Provision and Installation of Razor wire for US Consulate General Karachi.
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. Consulate General Karachi, under the Department of State, is soliciting quotations for the Provision and Installation of Razor Wire at its facility in Karachi, Pakistan. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) aims to award a fixed-price contract to the responsible company submitting the lowest acceptable offer. Quotations are due by June 17, 2026, at 15:00Hrs (Pakistan standard time).
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision and installation of approximately 3300 meters of hot-dip galvanized blade razor wire (BTO-22), installed in a two-tier coil configuration along the boundary wall. Key requirements include:
- Material: BTO-22 razor wire with stainless steel screws/fasteners.
- Installation: Specific coil pitch length (approx. 4 inches) to prevent security breaches.
- Contractor Responsibilities: Provide all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and services, including insurances, overhead, and profit.
- Approvals: All material samples require approval prior to provision.
- Safety: Adherence to safety measures, including specific PPE and safe scaffolding.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Fixed-price contract/purchase order.
- Period of Performance: To be completed within 30 calendar days after receiving notice to proceed.
- Estimated Value: Between PKR 4,500,000.00 and PKR 5,000,000.00.
- Set-Aside: None specified; open to technically qualified and financially responsible offerors with an established business in the U.S. or Pakistan.
- Published Date: May 21, 2026.
- Pre-bid Site Visit: June 8, 2026, at 11:00 am (Pakistan standard time). Interested offerors must RSVP by emailing KRCprocurementContracting@state.gov by June 3, 2026, 15:00Hrs.
- Questions Due: No later than COB June 9, 2026.
- Quotations Due: June 17, 2026, 15:00Hrs (Pakistan standard time).
Evaluation
Award will be made to the lowest priced, acceptable, responsible quoter. Evaluation factors include the ability to comply with the performance period, record of integrity, necessary organization/experience/skills, and availability of equipment/facilities. Offerors must have at least 5 years of experience in construction projects or equivalent, and site supervisors must be English-speaking.
Submission Requirements
Proposals must be in English and submitted electronically to KRCprocurementContracting@state.gov in Adobe Acrobat (pdf) format, not exceeding 30MB per email. Required documents include:
- SF-1442
- Section A, Pricing
- Section L, Representations and Certifications
- Additional information as required in Sections J&K
Additional Notes
Risk Analysis Management (RAM) vetting is required for key contractor personnel for offers within the competitive range. The U.S. Consulate will issue a tax exemption certificate for VAT.