Mezbau Renovation Solicitation
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. Department of State, US EMBASSY MONROVIA, has issued a Solicitation (Request for Quotes - RFQ) for the Mezbau Duplex Renovation project in Monrovia, Liberia. This opportunity seeks a contractor to perform comprehensive renovations, including electrical system conversion, masonry, carpentry, plumbing upgrades, painting, and HVAC installation. The contract is anticipated to be valued between $100,000.00 and $250,000.00. Quotes are due by June 24, 2026, at 04:00 PM.
Scope of Work
The project involves the renovation of the Mezbau Duplex on the Old Embassy Compound (OEC). Key tasks include:
- Electrical System Conversion: Upgrading all electrical systems from 120/208-volt, 60 Hz to 230/400-volt, 50 Hz power. Detailed electrical drawings specify layouts, breaker panels, and grounding.
- Structural & Aesthetic Repairs: Masonry and carpentry repair, including kitchen enlargements and ceiling work as detailed in architectural drawings.
- Plumbing System Upgrades: Modernizing existing plumbing systems, with detailed drawings for sewage and water lines.
- Painting: Full residence painting to restore aesthetic appeal.
- HVAC Installation: Proposed Air Conditioning (A/C) layout for ground and upper floors, specifying 18,000 BTU split systems.
Bidders are strongly advised to visit the site to verify existing conditions.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Negotiated (Request for Quotes - RFQ)
- Period of Performance: 120 calendar days after award/notice to proceed. Work must commence within 15 calendar days of notice to proceed.
- Estimated Value: $100,000.00 to $250,000.00
- Set-Aside: None specified (Open Competition). Proof of SAM Registration is required.
- Performance Protection: 50% of contract price.
- Insurance: General Liability with specified minimum amounts.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: June 24, 2026, at 04:00 PM.
- Submission Method: Electronically to monroviabids@state.gov. Files must be in MS-Word, MS-Excel, or Adobe Acrobat (pdf) format, not exceeding 30MB.
- Site Visit Expression of Interest: May 26, 2026.
- Site Visit: June 3, 2026, at 09:30 AM (maximum two attendees).
- Questions Deadline: June 10, 2026.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable, and responsible quoter. Technical acceptability will be based on the technical proposal, performance schedules, methods, and past performance. Responsibility will be assessed through past performance and general requirements submissions.
Required Documents
Offerors must submit SF-1442, Section A (Pricing), Section L (Representations and Certifications), additional information as required in Section J, and proof of SAM Registration. Attachments include a Sample Letter of Bank Guaranty, Breakdown of Prices by project Milestone, and Statement of Works/Drawings.