Local Removal 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 London intends to establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for local removal services on an as-needed basis. This BPA will cover the transportation and handling of U.S. Government (USG) household furnishings and appliances within London. Qualified and responsible vendors are encouraged to submit offers. Quotations are due by 17:00 GMT on February 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
The BPA will encompass comprehensive local removal services, including:
- Defurnishing: Collection, loading, protection (blanket wrap), and transportation of USG household furnishings and appliances from various locations to the Storawayze warehouse (Unit 10 Wilberforce Road, West Hendon, London NW9 6AW).
- Overnight Storage: Provision for overnight storage of goods if required before prompt delivery to the warehouse.
- Furnishing: Collection, loading, protection, and transportation of USG household furnishings and appliances from the Storawayze warehouse to identified USG residential/office properties.
- Set-up Services: Optional set-up services for furnishings, potentially with warehouse staff escort, if requested.
- Logistics: Key availability and collection points will be determined (TBA), either at Storawayze or the U.S. Embassy at 33 Nine Elms. All associated parking expenses must be included in service prices.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) - establishes terms for services, does not obligate funds.
- Product Service Code: R706 (Logistics Support Services)
- Set-Aside: None
- Response Due: February 26, 2026, 17:00 GMT
- Published Date: February 9, 2026
- Place of Performance: London, United Kingdom, primarily involving the Storawayze warehouse and USG properties.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must download the attached Statement of Work (SOW) and submit the information required in Section 3 via email to Procurement_Box6@state.gov. The email subject line must reference BPA I.D. #19UK5626A0011. Required submissions include:
- Three suitable references.
- Applicable employer and public liability insurance certificates.
- Detailed pricing, covering call-out, delivery, and any additional charges.
- Confirmation of VAT registration status.
Important Notes
Bidders should review the "Overseas CI FAR Feb2025 Deviation.pdf" document to understand the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of State Acquisition Regulation (DOSAR) clauses incorporated by reference into overseas BPAs. This is crucial for assessing compliance requirements and overall bid strategy.