Request For Quotation for an Office Building Renovation: PR15897677 April 17, 2026

SOL #: PR15897677Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

State
State, Department Of
US EMBASSY COTONOU
WASHINGTON, DC, 20520, United States

Place of Performance

COTONOU, BJ-LI, Benin

NAICS

Other Building Finishing Contractors (238390)

PSC

Modification Of Equipment: Construction And Building Materials (K056)

Set Aside

Local Area Set-Aside (FAR 26.2) (LAS)

Timeline

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Posted
Apr 17, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 4, 2026, 9:00 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. Embassy Cotonou is seeking quotations for an Office Building Renovation project in Cotonou, Benin. This Local Area Set-Aside (FAR 26.2) opportunity requires a contractor to provide all materials and labor for renovation work, including an initial assessment. Quotations are due May 4, 2026.

Scope of Work

The selected contractor will be responsible for the renovation and refurbishment of an office building in Cotonou. This includes providing all necessary materials and labor for painting, plumbing, electricity, and carpentry. The project also requires an initial assessment of the structure to evaluate its suitability for proposed use and to estimate make-ready costs. The duration of the service is not to exceed 60 days.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Request For Quotation (RFQ) leading to a Purchase Order
  • Set-Aside: Local Area Set-Aside (FAR 26.2)
  • Payment Terms: Net 30 days after receipt of full service; no advance or partial payments.
  • Bid Validity: 30 days
  • Quotations Due: May 4, 2026, 10:00 AM local time
  • Published: April 17, 2026

Submission & Evaluation

Bidders must submit their quotations, along with a completed NDAA 889 Compliance Form, to COTONOUGSOBIDS@STATE.GOV. Registration in the SAM database is recommended but not mandatory. Applicable FAR clauses include 52.212-1, 52.212-4, 52.212-5, 52.204-24, 52.204-25, and 52.204-26. Executive Order 13950 also applies.

Additional Notes

The NDAA 889 Compliance Form requires certifications regarding telecommunications equipment, security prohibitions, and restrictions related to Sudan and Iran. Bidders must ensure compliance and accurate representation. A site visit can be organized by contacting Mr. N'tcha, Gael. All questions should be directed to Contracting Officer Joanne I Cossitt at cotonougsobids@state.gov.

People

Points of Contact

Joanne CossittPRIMARY
Carmen Dossou yovoSECONDARY

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Posted: Apr 17, 2026
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