Provide waterproofing services for office spaces roof
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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, U.S. Embassy New Delhi, has issued a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for waterproofing services for office spaces roof at its facility in New Delhi, India. This solicitation, identified as 191N6526Q0066, seeks a contractor to replace existing waterproofing with a two-ply modified bitumen protected membrane system. The government intends to award a Firm Fixed-Price contract to the responsible offeror submitting the lowest priced, technically acceptable proposal. Quotations are due by 5 p.m. (India Time) on July 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project involves replacing the waterproofing on approximately 750 square meters (8070 sq ft) of office space roof. Key deliverables include:
- Demolition and removal of existing waterproofing layers.
- Installation of a two-ply modified bitumen protected membrane system, thermal insulation, and concrete pavers.
- Provision and installation of metal scaffolding.
- Disposal of demolished material with an emphasis on recycling.
- Compliance with all applicable host country and US laws, including safety standards (EM 385-1-1 or OSHA).
- Submission of a construction schedule and weekly inspection reports.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price.
- Currency: INR.
- Period of Performance: 120 working days from the Notice to Proceed, with work commencing within 10 calendar days. The on-site performance period is 45 days.
- Liquidated Damages: 1% for each calendar day of delay.
- Warranties: A 10-year manufacturer's warranty for materials and a 10-year contractor's workmanship warranty are required.
- Bonds: Performance and Payment Bonds are not required.
Eligibility & Submission Requirements
- SAM Registration: Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov prior to submission, or within 30 days after award/3 days prior to first invoice. Immediate registration is highly encouraged.
- Local Presence: Offerors must have an established business in India or plans to establish an office within 30 days of contract award.
- Experience: Demonstrated prior construction experience, necessary personnel, equipment, financial resources, and local licenses/permits are required.
- Required Documents: Submit Section B (Prices/Costs), Section K (Representations, Certifications), additional information per Section L, and proof of SAM Registration. Proposals must be in three volumes: SF 1442 & Section K; Price Proposal & Section B; Performance Schedule & Business Management/Technical Proposal.
Key Dates & Actions
- Site Visit: June 23, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at U.S. Embassy, Gate # ‘C’, New Delhi. RSVP by 3 p.m. June 19, 2026, to ChellaramaniA@state.gov.
- Clarification Requests Due: 3 p.m. June 19, 2026, via email to ChellaramaniA@state.gov.
- Quotations Due: By 5 p.m. (India Time) on July 2, 2026.
- Submission Method: Electronically to Newdelhibids@state.gov with the subject line “Solicitation No. 191N6526Q0066 for Waterproofing of office spaces roof”. File size limit is 10MB per email.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible company submitting an acceptable offer at the lowest price. The government intends to award based on initial proposals, but may hold discussions if necessary. Offers must remain valid for at least 90 calendar days.
Special Notes
Workers will require security clearance (approx. 15 days processing). A qualified Project Manager must be on-site at all times. LPG gas is required for heating bitumen; wood is not permitted.