Event Planning Services for the Independence Day Celebration – U.S. Embassy Singapore
SOL #: 19SN1026Q0016Pre-Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
State
State, Department Of
U.S. EMBASSY SINGAPORE
WASHINGTON, DC, 20520, United States
Place of Performance
Singapore, SG-01, Singapore
NAICS
Convention and Trade Show Organizers (561920)
PSC
Other Professional Services (R499)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
Mar 10, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Apr 15, 2026, 8:30 AM
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 Singapore, under the Department of State, has issued a presolicitation notice for commercial event planning services to support its annual Fourth of July (Independence Day) Celebration in Singapore. This notice is for informational and planning purposes only; the official Request for Quotation (RFQ) has not yet been issued and will be posted on SAM.gov when available.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes comprehensive event planning and coordination services, specifically:
- Pre-event planning support beginning approximately 2-3 months prior to the event.
- Day-of-event coordination to ensure smooth execution.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product/Service Code: R499 (Other Professional Services)
- Place of Performance: Singapore
- Published Date: March 10, 2026
- RFQ Release: Forthcoming; vendors must monitor SAM.gov.
Key Requirements & Notes
- SAM Registration: All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to submitting a quotation. Prospective vendors are strongly encouraged to register immediately.
- Local Compliance: Vendors must possess all required local licenses, permits, and authorizations to operate legally in Singapore. Compliance with all applicable local labor, safety, and tax laws is mandatory.
- Contract Clause: The acquisition will include DOSAR clause 652.242-73 – Authorization and Performance (AUG 1999).
- Electronic Submission: Requirements for electronic submission will be detailed in the forthcoming RFQ.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Kevin M. Phillips or Grace Ng at SGProcurementRFQ@state.gov.
People
Points of Contact
Kevin M. PhillipsPRIMARY
Grace NgSECONDARY
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Posted: Mar 10, 2026