Professional interior painting services in real estate owned or leased by the United States Embassy in Bogotá.

Quick Summary

The Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Bogotá, is soliciting proposals for professional interior painting services for real estate owned or leased by the U.S. Government in Bogotá, Colombia. The government intends to establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with up to three contractors. Proposals are due January 26, 2026.

Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide all materials, equipment, management, and labor for interior painting. Key tasks include:

• Surface Preparation: Cleaning, patching, sanding, and protection of non-painted items.
• Application: Applying a minimum of three coats of paint (Vinyl Type 1, Intervinil Type 2, or White Anti-Fungal Acrylic) to walls and ceilings.
• Cleanup: Unmasking, touch-ups, reinstallation of fixtures, and waste removal.
• Service Area: All work is limited to the Bogotá metropolitan area.

Contract & Timeline

• Type: Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) / Firm-Fixed-Price.
• Duration: Five years from the date of award or until the maximum value is reached.
• Set-Aside: None (Unrestricted).
• Response Due: January 26, 2026, at 16:00 local time.
• Pre-Quotation Conference: Scheduled for January 15, 2026, in Bogotá.

Evaluation

Award will be made to the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offerors. Evaluation factors include:

• Legal incorporation in Colombia and compliance with local regulations.
• A minimum of 10 years of verifiable track record in the Colombian market.
• Technical acceptability and responsibility determination (financial resources, integrity, and equipment).

Additional Notes

• SAM Registration: Mandatory for all offerors prior to award.
• Insurance: Defense Base Act (DBA) insurance is a mandatory requirement and must be quoted as a separate, reimbursable line item.
• Pricing: Quotes must be in Colombian Pesos and include all costs except VAT, which is handled as a separate item.