Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for FAB Furniture
SOL #: 19TH2026P0128Justification
Overview
Buyer
State
State, Department Of
US EMBASSY BANGKOK
WASHINGTON, DC, 20520, United States
Place of Performance
Place of performance not available
NAICS
Household Furniture (except Wood and Upholstered) Manufacturing (337126)
PSC
Household Furniture (7105)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
Jan 14, 2026
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.
A single source purchase is justified based on Post’s experience with these items ensuring appropriate quality/durability, cost effectiveness based on research of similar items available on the local market, and to ensure consistence of Post’s inventory as older model outdoor furniture is phased out of the FAP program. Consistency is necessary for FAP to ensure equity across residences and allow for more efficient inventory management within the warehouse.
People
Points of Contact
Ramon Menendez-CarreiraPRIMARY
Poonnakrit PinlaorSECONDARY
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Justification
Posted: Jan 14, 2026