Request for Quotations - Arabic language classes

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (RFQ #19J01026Q0007) is for Arabic language classes to be provided to the U.S. Embassy Amman. The contract will be a fixed-price, indefinite-quantity/indefinite-delivery (IDIQ) type, with firm-fixed-price task orders to be issued by the Government.

• Provision of Arabic language classes to adult students.

• Classes will focus on increasing students' ability to understand and use Arabic for various purposes, including survival skills, general conversation, cultural engagement, and discussion of relevant topics.

• Instruction will be based on proficiency, communication, and academic principles.

• Contractor must provide all instructional materials, site support, and expendable/consumable supplies.

• Classes are to be one (1) hour in duration, conducted Sunday through Thursday between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. at the American Embassy Compound, in coordination with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

• Class size: minimum of two (2) students, maximum of five (5) students, grouped by ability.

• Contractor must provide qualified instructors knowledgeable in all topics and capable of responding to in-depth questions.

• Contractor must provide instructor supervisor(s) for quality assurance.

• Contractor must provide classroom space within a five (5) kilometer radius of the American Embassy, equipped and furnished by the Government.

• Performance will be measured against specific proficiency levels in listening, speaking, reading comprehension, and subject matter comprehension.

• Contract Type: Fixed-price, indefinite-quantity/indefinite-delivery (IDIQ).

• Period of Performance: Includes a base year and option periods.

• Minimum Contract Quantity: 50 hours total.

• Maximum Contract Quantity: 3500 hours total.

• Pricing: All prices must be in Jordanian Dinars (JOD).

• Value Added Tax (VAT): Not applicable.

• Offer Due Date: April 29, 2026, 16:30 AMM Time GMT+3.

• Proposals must include: list of clients with prior experience, evidence of established business in Jordan or plan to establish within 30 days, proof of active SAM registration, evidence of necessary personnel, equipment, and financial resources, plan to obtain licenses/permits, strategic plan for services (including work plan, equipment/materials, quality assurance, instructor CVs, training modules), and training modules/lessons as per SOW.

• Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable, responsible offeror.

• Evaluation will consider past performance, offeror's capability, and responsibility.

• The solicitation is for "UNRESTRICTED" acquisition.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and DOSAR clauses by reference.

• The Government reserves the right to reject proposals that are unreasonably low or high in price.

• The contract includes options to extend services for up to six (6) months (FAR 52.217-8) and to extend the term of the contract (FAR 52.217-9) for a total duration not to exceed three (3) years.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for Arabic language classes for the U.S. Embassy Amman. The U.S. Government intends to award a contract/purchase order to the responsible company submitting a technically acceptable quotation at the lowest price.

• Arabic language classes for the U.S. Embassy Amman.

• Offerors must complete required portions of the attached document, including SF-1449, Section I Pricing, Section 5 Representations and Certifications, and additional information as required in Section 3.

• Proof of Active SAM Registration is mandatory.

• Not explicitly stated, but implies a contract or purchase order award.

• Quotations are due by April 29, 2026, at 16:30 PM (Amman Time GMT+3).

• Submissions must be emailed to AmmanRFQ@state.gov.

• Offers must include a specific email subject line: [Company/Offeror Name] and RFQ 19J01026Q0007.

• Documents must be attached as Microsoft Word or PDF; links, unsolicited offers, or hard copies will not be accepted.

• Offers submitted after the deadline or to the incorrect email address will not be considered.

• Award will be based on the lowest priced, technically acceptable quotation. Discussions may be held if necessary.

• Offerors MUST be registered in the SAM (System for Award Management) database prior to quotation submission. Failure to do so will result in the quotation being deemed non-responsive.

• Inquiries/questions must be emailed to AmmanRFQQuestions@state.gov no later than April 15, 2026, at 15:00 P.M. (Amman Time GMT+3).

• Answers to inquiries will be posted on the Embassy website within three business days.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items, specifically a Request for Quotation (RFQ). It solicits offers to provide Arabic language classes to the U.S. Embassy in Amman, Jordan.

• The primary deliverable is Arabic language classes for the U.S. Embassy Amman.

• Further details regarding the schedule of supplies/services are available on continuation pages.

• The solicitation number is 19J01026Q0007.

• The award/effective date is April 8, 2026.

• The offer due date is April 29, 2026, at 16:30 AMM Time GMT+3.

• Offerors are required to complete blocks 12, 17, 23, 24, and 30.

• The solicitation incorporates by reference FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, FAR 52.212-3, and 52.212-5, which may be attached or have addenda.

• The acquisition is marked as "UNRESTRICTED OR SET ASIDE: % FOR:" with no specific set-aside indicated in the visible portion of the form.

• The document is 1 of 66 pages.

• Contact information for solicitation inquiries is provided: Saif T. AbuMahfoud (AbuMahfoudST@state.gov) and AmmanRFQQuestions@state.gov.

• Payment will be made by the Financial Management Office (FMO) at the American Embassy in Amman, Jordan.