IDR 2026 - Catering Services
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 Buenos Aires, Argentina (Department of State) has issued a Presolicitation for Catering Services. This notice indicates an upcoming solicitation for a Firm Fixed-Price contract. The Government plans to award based on initial offers without discussion. The anticipated response date for the future solicitation is April 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive catering services to support the U.S. Embassy in Buenos Aires. Specific details regarding the scope of work will be provided in the forthcoming solicitation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (leading to Firm Fixed-Price contract)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Anticipated Response Due: April 8, 2026, 5:00 PM ART (Buenos Aires time)
- Published: March 6, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be made based on the initial offer without discussions. All responsible sources are encouraged to submit a quotation once the solicitation is released.
Additional Notes
A pre-quotation conference is planned, with the date to be announced in the solicitation. Prospective offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) prior to submitting an offer, as per FAR provision 52.204-7. Electronic submissions will be accepted, with email offers not exceeding 30 MB. The place of contract performance is Buenos Aires, Argentina.