CG 26 SLV Bottled Water *Subject to Availability of Funds*
Overview
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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 Department of the Army's Regional Contracting Office-Soto Cano is soliciting proposals for Bottled Water services in El Salvador for the Centam Guardian 2026 (CG 26) exercise. This requirement is subject to the availability of funds in accordance with FAR 52.232-18. The acquisition is a Small Business Set-Aside. Offers are due March 23, 2026, at 03:00 PM.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all supplies, labor, transportation, equipment, and materials necessary to deliver 84,504 bottles of CG 26 Bottled Water (500ml configuration). The product must be La Constancia Ltds. De C.V. Cristal water, an approved vendor by SOUTHCOM. Deliveries are required at four locations: Ilopango, Chalatenango, La Union, and Nejapa, with varying quantities and delivery dates per location.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Implied Firm Fixed Price)
- Period of Performance: Deliveries scheduled between April 13, 2026, and April 25, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Small Business
- Offer Due Date: March 23, 2026, at 03:00 PM (local time)
- Published Date: March 13, 2026
Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated based on the following factors, in order of importance:
- Price: Fairness, reasonableness, and balance.
- Technical Plan: Must be rated "Acceptable."
- Approved Vendor: Must be La Constancia Ltds. De C.V. Cristal water. Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose proposal is most advantageous to the Government, considering both technical acceptability and the lowest total evaluated price.
Additional Notes
This requirement is explicitly subject to the availability of funds. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination. The solicitation includes various FAR and DFARS clauses.