Acquisition and Delivery of 14 Washing Machines and 14 Dryers in Quito and Guayaquil, Ecuador
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Embassy in Quito, Ecuador, through the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), intends to issue a Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order for the acquisition and delivery of 14 washing machines and 14 dryers to designated sites in Quito and Guayaquil, Ecuador. This opportunity, identified by RFQ Number PR15929881, requires vendors to deliver new, unopened equipment that meets or exceeds technical specifications. Offers are due by May 06, 2026, at 16:00 (local Ecuador time).
Scope of Work
The selected vendor will be responsible for the acquisition, delivery, unloading, and potential assembly of 14 washing machines and 14 dryers. All items must be new, unopened, and meet the detailed technical specifications provided in Appendix A. Delivery must be completed within 30 days of the Purchase Order issuance, with all items delivered simultaneously. The delivery terms are INCOTERM DDP (Door to Door – Delivery Duty Paid) to Quito and Guayaquil. The vendor must coordinate delivery with INL officials, provide a detailed bill of materials five days prior to transport, and ensure all items are prepared for safe transportation. Joint inspection with INL representatives upon delivery is required, and any defective or non-compliant items must be replaced within five business days at no additional cost. A warranty, equivalent to or more favorable than the manufacturer's, valid and enforceable in Ecuador, is also required, with the vendor bearing all related logistics and administrative costs.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- Period of Performance: Delivery within 30 days of Purchase Order issuance.
- Payment Terms: 100% payment within 30 days after goods receipt and invoice submission. No advance payments.
- Pricing: All prices must be in USD and include all direct and indirect costs. Value Added Tax (VAT) will be a separate line item for Ecuadorian offerors; foreign offerors should not include VAT.
- Questions Deadline: April 22, 2026
- Offers Deadline: May 06, 2026, at 16:00 (local Ecuador time)
- Set-Aside: None specified.
Evaluation
Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process. To be considered technically acceptable, quotations must demonstrate compliance with Appendix A specifications and clearly identify the brand, model, description, quantity, and price. Administrative requirements include DDP delivery terms, a maximum 30-calendar-day delivery timeframe, acceptance of Net 30 payment terms, and specification of the warranty period.
Eligibility / Requirements
- Bidders are required to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of quotation submission.
- Manuals for the equipment must be furnished in both English and Spanish languages.
Point of Contact
Direct any questions to Valeria Rueda, Procurement Agent, at ruedavj@state.gov. The email subject line for offers must be: PR15929881- Acquisition and delivery of 14 washing machines and 14 dryer for Quito and Guayaquil, Ecuador – Quote (Vendor Name).