Solicitation Notice for Gardening Services at the Embassy and Ambassador’s Residence

SOL #: 19BX6026Q0004Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

State

State, Department Of

US EMBASSY BANDAR SERI BEGAWA

WASHINGTON, DC, 20520, United States

Place of Performance

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, BN-BM, Brunei Darussalam

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

Landscaping/Groundskeeping Services (S208)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e9830ed3dd4f4c3e9fda5a324fb15943/view

Timeline

Posted

Apr 28, 2026

Last Updated

May 22, 2026

Submission Deadline

Jun 9, 2026, 4:00 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, through the U.S. Embassy Bandar Seri Begawan, has issued a Solicitation (RFQ 19BX6026Q0004) for Gardening Services at the Embassy Chancery and Ambassador's Residence in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam. This firm fixed-price contract has an Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE) of USD 206,430.00 for the full potential period. Quotations are due June 09, 2026, at 12:00 PM Local.

Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide comprehensive gardening and landscape maintenance services, including all labor, materials, and equipment. Services cover:

Grass cutting, edging, trimming, and weeding.
Turf repair, pruning, leaf removal, and debris removal.
Watering, fertilizing, pest and disease control.
Care of potted plants. These services are required for the grounds within property boundaries, roadsides, parking lots, sidewalks, and a forested area (grass cutting and debris removal only) at both the Embassy Chancery and the Ambassador's Residence.

Contract Details

Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP)
Product Service Code: S208 - Landscaping/Groundskeeping Services
Period of Performance: One (1) base year (September 01, 2026 - August 31, 2027) with two (2) additional one-year option periods.
Estimated Value (IGCE): USD 206,430.00 for the total potential period.
Set-Aside: None specified.
Place of Performance: Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam.

Submission & Evaluation

Quotation Due Date: June 09, 2026, at 12:00 PM Local.
Submission Method: Via email to BSBGSOProcurement@state.gov or by sealed envelope to the General Services Office.
Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable, responsible offeror. Technical acceptability will be based on past performance and experience.
Site Visit: A site visit is scheduled for May 21, 2026, at 9:00 AM at the U.S. Embassy and Ambassador's Residence. Prospective offerors must email BSBGSOProcurement@state.gov to arrange entry.

Key Requirements

Contractors must submit an annual Grounds Maintenance Plan.
A designated supervisor with English language skills is required.
Background checks will be conducted on all personnel.
Contractor must provide all necessary gardening tools, equipment, and vehicles.
Minimum general liability insurance of B$1 million per occurrence/cumulative is required.
Government-furnished property includes water, electrical power, and tool storage facilities.