HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
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 Rome, Department of State, has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) for a sole-source, Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract for hotel accommodation. This is to support a senior high-level USG VIP visit to Italy in connection with the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympic Games. The estimated value is Euro 1,200,000.00 (USD $1,396,000.00). The J&A expires on February 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for hotel accommodation for up to 2,000 nights/room during the period of January 20 to February 15. Task orders will be issued based on specific accommodation needs and security requirements for the VIP visit.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), Sole-Source.
- Authority: 41 USC 3304, as implemented by FAR 6.3, citing unusual and compelling urgency (FAR 6.103-2).
- Estimated Value: Euro 1,200,000.00 or USD $1,396,000.00.
- Proposed Contractor: Starhotels in Milan, Italy.
- J&A Expiration: February 28, 2026.
Set-Aside
Not applicable, as this is a sole-source justification.
Evaluation & Submission
This document serves as a justification for a sole-source award and is not a solicitation for proposals. The justification cites unusual and compelling urgency and a limited number of responsible sources capable of meeting the stringent security and logistics requirements. Market research was limited due to short notice, high demand, and the security-sensitive nature of the event.
Additional Notes
The U.S. Embassy in Rome, Italy (Overseas Post) is the contracting activity. The agency acknowledges the need to foster full and open competition for future acquisitions of similar services.