PAINTING LABOR FOR EMBASSY BUILDINGS

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Request for Quotes (RFQ) seeks painting labor services for various buildings at the U.S. Embassy in Lima, Peru. The U.S. Government intends to award a contract to the responsible company offering the lowest price.

• Painting of facades for the following buildings: Chancery PowerPlant/Motorpool, CAC#1, CAC#2, and entrance perimeter walls.

• Specific areas and estimated square meterages for painting are detailed for each building (e.g., Motor Pool & Power Plant: 778 m², CAC#1 Building: 421 m², CAC#2 Building: 443 m², Perimeter Wall between CAC#2 and CAC#3: 601 m², Wall between CAC1 and Warehouse: 212 m²).

• Work includes furnishing all labor and tools.

• Specific paint types (latex base, enamel, etc.) and colors (white, gray, dark gray, black) are specified for different surfaces.

• Use of standardized, approved scaffolding is required.

• All wall surfaces must be cleaned and prepared prior to painting.

• Two coats of paint are required for all areas.

• Damaged areas must be restored to original condition.

• All work must comply with international, OBO supplemental, and applicable local codes and standards.

• Contract type: Firm fixed price.

• Period of Performance: Commence work within 10 calendar days after notice to proceed and complete within 45 calendar days.

• Estimated price range: Less than $25,000.00.

• Performance security: A bank guaranty letter for 30% of the contract price is required.

• Insurance: General liability insurance is required, with specific minimum amounts for bodily injury and property damage.

• Quotations are due by May 18, 2026, at 10:00 hrs.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically in English, in one single file (Word or PDF format).

• Award will be made to the lowest priced, acceptable, responsible quoter.

• Evaluation will assess the offeror's compliance with RFQ terms, responsibility (integrity, experience, skills, equipment), and eligibility.

• Offerors must be technically qualified and financially responsible.

• Must have an established business with a permanent address and telephone listing in Peru.

• Must provide SAM registration or NCAGE code.

• Must demonstrate prior construction experience (past 3 years).

• Must have necessary personnel, equipment, and financial resources.

• Must possess all required local licenses and permits and meet local insurance requirements.

• Must be able to obtain performance security.

• Must have no adverse criminal record or political/business affiliations contrary to U.S. interests.

• A pre-proposal conference and site visit will be held on May 13, 2026, at 8:30 hrs. at the U.S. Embassy Lima. Contact Caterina Cicirello by May 12, 2026, 10:00 hrs. to arrange entry.

• Questions regarding the RFQ are due by May 14, 2026, 11:00 hrs. Answers will be posted on SAM and the Lima Embassy Contracts Opportunities Section.

• Offerors must complete and submit SF-1442, Section A (Pricing), and Section L (Representations and Certifications).

• Proof of SAM Registration or NCAGE code and TIN/RUC numbers are required.

• Quotations must be in English. Incomplete quotations will not be accepted.

• Electronic submission to mcelroyph@state.gov with a copy to cicirellocl@state.gov.

• File size must not exceed 30MB; larger submissions require separate emails.

• Offerors must include Defense Base Act (DBA) insurance premium costs.