Installation of Concrete Slab (Estimated 195 Square Meters) Canberra/Australia
SOL #: 19AS2026Q0017Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
State
State, Department Of
US EMBASSY CANBERRA
WASHINGTON, DC, 20520, United States
Place of Performance
Yarralumla, AU-ACT, Australia
NAICS
Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors (238110)
PSC
Maintenance Of Parking Facilities (Z1LZ)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
Apr 9, 2026
2
Last Updated
May 4, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 14, 2026, 7:00 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. Department of State, US Embassy Canberra, is soliciting quotations for the Installation of a Concrete Slab with an estimated area of 195 square meters in Yarralumla, Australia. This Firm Fixed-Price opportunity requires the contractor to furnish all labor, materials, and equipment. Quotations are due by Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM AEST.
Scope of Work
The project involves the installation of a reinforced concrete slab, approximately 195 square meters in area and a minimum of 150 mm thick. The scope includes:
- Site preparation, excavation, and subgrade preparation.
- Formwork installation, concrete placement, finishing, and curing.
- Integration with existing pathways and retaining walls.
- Site restoration upon completion.
- The contractor must provide all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and services.
- Technical drawings (Attachments 1 & 2) provide precise dimensions for the slab, pathway, and retaining wall.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: To be completed within 75 calendar days after receiving notice to proceed, with work commencing within 10 calendar days.
- Estimated Value: Between $20,000 and $50,000 USD.
- Response Due: Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM AEST.
- Published Date: May 4, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotations must be submitted electronically in English to cnbgsoprocurement@state.gov in MS Word, MS Excel, or PDF format. Individual file size must not exceed 30MB.
- Award will be made to the lowest priced, acceptable, responsible quoter.
- Evaluation criteria include compliance with solicitation terms, proposed performance period, integrity, experience, skills, and necessary equipment/facilities.
Eligibility
Offerors must be technically qualified and financially responsible. Key requirements include:
- An established business in Australia or a plan to establish one within 30 days of award.
- Proof of SAM registration.
- Demonstrated prior construction experience.
- Necessary personnel, equipment, and financial resources.
- All required local licenses and permits.
- Ability to obtain performance security (bonds, letters of credit).
- No adverse criminal record or political/business affiliation contrary to U.S. interests.
Additional Notes
- The original scope of work for the concrete slab was increased from 150 to 195 square meters via Amendment 001.
- The deadline for offers was extended to May 14, 2026, via Amendment A002, which also addressed vendor questions.
- A mandatory Pre-Quotation Conference was held on April 23, 2026.
- Contact Paul Rau at CNBGSOProcurement@state.gov for inquiries.
People
Points of Contact
Paul RauPRIMARY