A02 Design-Build Contract for New Consulate Compound in Almaty, Kazakhstan

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Design-Build Construction Services for a new Consulate Compound (NCC) in Almaty, Kazakhstan, issued by the U.S. Department of State (DOS), Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO). The project aims to construct a facility of outstanding quality and value. This acquisition is under full and open competition, subject to the Omnibus Diplomatic Security and Antiterrorism Act of 1986, as amended.

• Construction of a new office building (NOB), compound access control facilities (CAC's), support annex (SPX), utility building, mail screening facility, marine security guard quarters (MSGQ), and parking facilities.

• Construction of a perimeter wall.

• Total building construction approximately 20,148 GSM.

• The awarded contractor will develop bridging documents to 100% final design.

• This is a Design-Build contract.

• Approximate construction cost: $300 – 400 million.

• The solicitation process is in two phases:

  • Phase I: Minimum Mandatory Requirements (MMRs) for eligibility determination.
  • Phase II: Request for Proposals (Technical and Price) from eligible offerors.

• Phase I proposals are due by 3:00 P.M. Eastern Time on May 14, 2026.

• Electronic submissions are accepted via email or Google Drive to specified FAN.gov addresses.

• Offerors must state the solicitation number and project name on the proposal cover.

• Offerors must have an active SAM.gov registration.

• Key MMRs include:

  • U.S. Person Statement of Qualifications (demonstrating experience with contracts of at least $190 million, adjusted for inflation).
  • Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) Secret facility security clearance (FCL) with Secret safeguarding capability.
  • Active SAM.gov registration.

• Companies and citizens of Belarus, Cuba, Hong Kong, Iran, North Korea, People's Republic of China, Russia, Venezuela, and Vietnam are ineligible.

• This is a full and open competition.

• Eligibility is determined in Phase I based on MMRs.

• Only "U.S. Persons" and "U.S. Joint Venture Persons" are eligible for award.

• Final site acquisition is pending; no award will be made until acquisition is complete.

• The Government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation.

• The Government will not reimburse offerors for costs incurred in responding to this solicitation.

• Clarification requests must be submitted in writing by April 23, 2026.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Design-Build Construction Services for a new Consulate Compound (NCC) in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The U.S. Department of State (DOS), Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) seeks to commission top constructors for facilities of outstanding quality and value. This acquisition is under full and open competition.

• Design-Build Construction Services for a new office building (NOB), compound access control facilities (CAC's), support annex (SPX), utility building, mail screening facility, marine security guard quarters (MSGQ), and parking facilities.

• Construction of a perimeter wall is required.

• Total building construction approximately 20,148 GSM, including specific GSM allocations for NOB, SPX, CAC's, Mail Screening, Utility Building, MSGQ, and Parking.

• The awarded contractor will develop bridging documents to 100% final design.

• Construction services include labor and materials, on-site organization, project coordination, and overall control.

• Required services include preparation of construction documents, quality control plans, safety plans, project schedules, cost estimates, and project close-out activities.

• Approximate construction cost: $300 – 400 million.

• This is a Design-Build contract.

• The solicitation is a two-phase process:

  • Phase I: Minimum Mandatory Requirements (MMRs) for eligibility determination.
  • Phase II: Request for Proposals (Technical and Price) from eligible Offerors.

• Offerors must meet all Phase I MMRs to be eligible for Phase II and award.

• An information session may be conducted prior to Phase I submissions.

• Phase II will include a site visit (10-15 days after Phase II RFP issuance).

• Technical proposals will be evaluated based on designer and constructor experience, past performance, and team qualifications.

• MMR #1: U.S. Person Statement of Qualifications: Offerors must be "United States Persons" or "United States Joint Venture Persons." For Certification #4, offerors must demonstrate performance of similar construction work with a contract value of at least $190 million (adjusted for inflation).

• MMR #2: Security Clearance Requirement: Offerors must possess a Secret facility security clearance (FCL) with Secret safeguarding capability. Foreign firms are ineligible. Firms under Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) may be ineligible.

• MMR #3: Active Entity Registration on SAM.gov: Offerors must have active SAM.gov registration.

• Companies and citizens of Belarus, Cuba, Hong Kong, Iran, North Korea, Peoples Republic of China, and Russia are ineligible.

• Final acquisition of the proposed site is pending; no award will be made until final site acquisition.

• The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation.

• The Government will not reimburse offerors for costs incurred in responding to this solicitation.

• Closing Deadline for Submissions (Phase I): ALL PROPOSALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 3:00 P.M. Eastern Time on May 14, 2026.

• Submissions must include solicitation number and project name on the cover.

• Electronic submissions are accepted via email or Google Drive to specified FAN addresses.

• Clarification requests must be submitted in writing by April 23, 2026.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Statement of Qualifications" required for bidders to demonstrate eligibility for statutory preference under Section 402(a) of the Omnibus Diplomatic Security and Antiterrorism Act of 1986, as amended. It requires offerors to complete specific certifications and provide supporting documentation to establish their status as a "United States person" or "qualified United States Joint Venture."

• Certifications 1-6: Cover requirements for incorporation/legal organization, principal place of business, duration of business, performance of similar services, and U.S. citizen employment percentages.
• Required Documentation: Specific tabs (A, B, C) are referenced for submitting supporting evidence for certain certifications.
• Definitions: Provides definitions for key terms such as "United States person," "principal place of business," "performed," and "joint venture."
• Offeror Responsibilities: Clearly outlines what the offeror must complete, provide, and certify.
• Warning: Highlights potential penalties for material misrepresentation.

This document is critical for any bidder seeking to qualify for statutory preference under the specified Act. Bidders must carefully review each certification, understand the definitions, and gather the required documentation to accurately complete this statement. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may lead to disqualification. The "Issuance Date" for Phase II solicitations is noted as March/June 2025-May/June 2025, which is relevant for calculating the required years of business operation.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a notice from the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO), and Global Acquisition (A/GA) to prime and subcontractors regarding the public release of information related to OBO projects. It reiterates that public release of any aspect of design, construction, or services is strictly prohibited without written approval from a Contracting Officer and OBOPublicRelease@state.gov.

Companies wishing to release information publicly (e.g., in media, on websites, social media) must submit requests to OBOPublicRelease@state.gov for review and clearance. This applies to all firms involved, including subcontractors at all tiers. Prime contractors are responsible for distributing this notice to their subcontractors and ensuring subcontractors submit requests through them. The notice also specifies that content cleared before January 20, 2025, needs re-review for alignment with current executive orders, requiring removal of references to sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and reframing sustainability features. All project-related documents and records are the exclusive property of the U.S. Government and cannot be published without prior authorization. Requests for publication must include the contract or task order number and adhere to specific file naming conventions and size limits.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a reminder from the U.S. Department of State (DOS) to contractors supporting Overseas Building Operations (OBO) programs regarding U.S. Flag Carrier Air Transportation Requirements and U.S. Flag Commercial Vessel Shipment Requirements. It emphasizes adherence to contract clauses 52.247-63 (Preference for U.S.-Flag Air Carriers) and 52.247-64 (Preference for Privately Owned U.S.-Flag Commercial Vessels).

• Air Transportation: Contractors must use U.S.-flag air carriers for U.S. Government-financed international air transportation of personnel and property, as per the Fly America Act. If U.S. carriers are unavailable, a "Statement of Unavailability of U.S.-Flag Air Carrier" must be submitted.
• Ocean Cargo: For ocean-borne cargo, contractors must comply with U.S. Cargo shipment requirements, including the preference for U.S.-flag commercial vessels. This applies regardless of origin or destination.
• Documentation: For ocean cargo, a copy of the onboard rated ocean bill of lading must be submitted to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and the Maritime Administration (MARAD) within 20 working days (for U.S. origin) or 30 working days (for non-U.S. origin) of loading. Subcontractor bills of lading must be submitted through the prime contractor.
• MARAD Reporting: All government-impelled ocean cargo documentation must be reported to MARAD. Freight forwarders can submit sensitive information directly to MARAD.
• Resources: Links are provided for additional information on cargo preference and U.S.-flag vessel listings. The full text of FAR clauses 52.247-63 and 52.247-64 is available at acquisition.gov.
• Inquiries: Contractors should direct questions regarding these requirements to the designated COR and/or Contracting Specialist/Officer.