Sources Sought - LGP Panama City, Panama
ID: 19AQMM24R0205Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUMWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Security Guards and Patrol Services (561612)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- GUARD (S206)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/218976429b1a418a9ebb59655b2ece5b/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of State is seeking a qualified contractor to provide Local Guard Services to support the U.S. Mission in Panama City, Panama. The contractor will be responsible for ensuring a secure environment for U.S. personnel and property, which includes preventing unauthorized access and deterring potential terrorist threats. This contract is critical for maintaining safety and security at the U.S. Embassy, with an anticipated performance period of one base year and four optional one-year extensions. Interested offerors must contact Martin Fuller at FullerM@state.gov to express their interest and ensure they have an active registration on the System for Award Management (SAM) before the solicitation is posted, which is expected to occur within the next fifteen days.

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    Martin Fuller
    FullerM@state.gov
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    19AQMM24R0205_Contractor Info Sheet.pdf
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