Camping Tents
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 Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, under the Department of State, is seeking quotations for the supply of nine (9) camping tents. These tents are required for sleeping accommodations for up to ten (10) people each. The contract will be awarded to the responsible company submitting a technically acceptable quotation at the lowest price. Quotations are due by February 05, 2026, at 05:00 p.m. East Africa time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for nine (9) camping tents, each measuring 6 meters by 4.5 meters. Key specifications include:
- Construction from 500 gsm ripstop canvas.
- 600 gsm PVC tarpaulin floor.
- Must be UV-resistant and 100% waterproof.
- Suitable for sleeping accommodations for up to ten (10) people per tent.
Delivery & Place of Performance
Delivery of all tents is required to the U.S. Embassy in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, within three (3) weeks of contract award. The delivery address is AMERICAN EMBASSY, 686 OLD BAGAMOYO ROAD, P.O. BOX 9123, DAR ES SALAAM TANZANIA.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quotations - RFQ)
- Solicitation Number: PR15727962
- Set-Aside: None. This acquisition is not set aside for small businesses or any specific categories.
- Award Basis: Lowest price, technically acceptable.
- Payment Terms: Within 30 days after receiving services with a proper invoice.
Submission Requirements & Deadlines
- Quotation Due Date: February 05, 2026, at 05:00 p.m. East Africa time.
- Submission Method: Electronically to DarProcurementbid@state.gov.
- Format: Proposals must be in English, submitted in MS Word 2016/365, MS Excel 2016/365, or PDF format.
- Email Size Limit: Each email, including attachments, must not exceed 30MB. Larger files should be split into multiple emails.
- Required Documents:
- Section A, Price (including confirmation of the delivery timeline).
- SF 1449.
- Incomplete proposals will not be accepted.
Eligibility & Notes
Offerors must be technically qualified and financially responsible. Minimum requirements include an established business in Tanzania with a permanent address and telephone, demonstrated prior experience with references, necessary personnel/equipment/financial resources, all required local licenses and permits, and meeting local insurance requirements. Advance payment is not authorized. Value Added Tax (VAT) should be included as a separate charge on the invoice.