Design /Build Services for Domestic Water Supply System Repair, Djibouti
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 U.S. Consulate General, Frankfurt, on behalf of the U.S. Embassy Djibouti, has issued a Pre-Solicitation Notice for Design/Build Services for the Domestic Water Supply System Repair in Djibouti. This project involves the replacement and installation of underground potable domestic water supply piping. The estimated magnitude for this Firm Fixed-Price construction contract is between $500,000.00 and $900,000.00. Interested firms must express their interest by June 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide design/build construction services, coordination, and supervision for the replacement and installation of approximately 920 meters (3,000 feet) of HDPE potable domestic water piping underground. Key tasks include:
- Excavating trenches to recommended depths.
- Installing new HDPE pipeline with proper backfill and bedding.
- Installing new resilient-seated gate valves, boxes, and ancillary components.
- Replacing existing resilient-seated gate valves of varying sizes.
- Restoring all disturbed locations to their original condition, including paving and/or concrete replacement.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price construction contract (Pre-Solicitation)
- Estimated Magnitude: $500,000.00 - $900,000.00
- Anticipated Award: Fourth quarter of Fiscal Year 2026
- Response Due: June 11, 2026, 1:00 PM GMT
- Published Date: May 12, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified at this pre-solicitation stage.
Key Requirements & Instructions
Solicitation documents contain Sensitive But Unclassified (SBU) information and will not be posted on SAM.gov. To receive the solicitation package, firms must:
- Express interest via email to Ms. Wencke Jacobsen at JacobsenW@state.gov by the deadline.
- Include solicitation number 19GE5026R0076 in the subject line.
- Provide the following information in the email: Name of Firm, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), Name, Telephone, and Email Address of Point of Contact, and Complete Physical and Mailing Address of Firm.
- Complete and submit the "Application for Solicitation Documentation Check List" (attached to the pre-solicitation notice). This checklist requires:
- Details on authorization to operate in Djibouti, including licensing and timelines.
- Demonstration of ability to work in Djibouti, including work visa issues and mitigation plans (USG will not provide visa assistance).
- Proof of Irrevocable Letters of Credit (ILOCs) totaling 40% of the contract value.
- Confirmation of a Unique Entity Identifier and SAM registration (mandatory before contract award).
- Firms must be knowledgeable in written and spoken English and possess all appropriate permits and licenses for construction work in Djibouti.
Additional Notes
A pre-proposal conference and site visit are tentatively scheduled for June/July 2026. Precise dates will be provided with the solicitation package to interested offerors.