Rainwater Drainage Inspection - Conduct optical survey of underground sewage at the US Consulate General Frankfurt
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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.
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Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Consulate General Frankfurt, under the Department of State, is soliciting firm fixed-price offers for Rainwater Drainage Inspection. This opportunity requires contractors to conduct a comprehensive optical survey and camera inspection of all underground wastewater sewage systems and manholes at the U.S. Consulate General in Frankfurt, Germany. A mandatory pre-quotation site visit is scheduled for Friday, May 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM (local time). Interested parties must register to attend by Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 13:00 CET. Proposals are due by Thursday, May 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
The objective is to create complete documentation of the existing pipes, graphically depict the entire sewage system, identify current conditions, and provide a prioritized list for urgent repair measures. Key tasks include:
- Inspecting all main underground sewer lines within the Consulate's Compound.
- Cleaning sewer mains and secondary networks in accordance with DIN EN 14654-1.
- Performing camera inspections using qualified personnel and specified equipment.
- Documenting pipe routes, connections, and dimensions up to the public sewer system.
- Identifying and reporting on the current condition of pipes, including root growth, deposits, and incrustations. Performance standards require digital recording of all inspection measures in specified formats (ASCII, JPG, MPEG-4, XML) and data transfer via removable hard drives. The total period of performance is 230 calendar days, executed in 8 phased areas.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product Service Code: Z1ND (Maintenance Of Sewage And Waste Facilities)
- Place of Performance: U.S. Consulate General Frankfurt, Wetzlarer Strasse, 60435, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
- Mandatory Site Visit: Friday, May 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM (local time)
- Site Visit Registration Deadline: Wednesday, May 20, 2026, by 13:00 CET
- Proposal Due: Thursday, May 29, 2026, by 20:00:00Z
- Published: May 15, 2026
Special Requirements
Contractors must provide all labor, material, equipment, and components, ensuring all materials are new. Adherence to various international and local building codes and standards (e.g., OBO, NFPA, IFC, IBC, DIN, EN), USACE Safety Manual (EM 385-1-1), OSHA Regulations, and local labor laws is mandatory. Contractors are required to submit a Project Safety Plan (PSP) and Quality Management Plan (QMP). Personnel and vehicle clearances are necessary for site access. The contractor is also responsible for the restoration of affected areas and final site cleanup.
Deliverables
- Detailed Report of the Optical Survey/Camera-Inspection
- TV Inspection Videos
- Catalogue of needed Measures (prioritization of repairs)
- Detailed Site Plan of the entire Sewage System
- Final Project Report
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: GSO Procurement
- Email: einkauf@state.gov
- Phone: 496975352581