Solicitation 19NP4026Q9470 Purchase of Fuel
Overview
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Place of Performance
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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 KATHMANDU, under the Department of State, is issuing a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for the purchase and delivery of fuel in Kathmandu, Nepal. This opportunity, identified as Solicitation 19NP4026Q9470, requires contractors to manage all associated logistics, customs, shipping, transportation, insurance, and management support. Offers are due by June 8, 2026, at 1700 hrs local time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for the delivery of specific fuel types, including Gasoline, Diesel HSD 12kl, and Diesel HSD 20kl. Delivery is required on a Cost, Insurance, and Freight (CIF) Kathmandu basis, meaning the contractor covers all costs and risks until the goods are delivered to the specified location in Kathmandu.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Pre-solicitation notice)
- Product/Service Code: 9140 (Fuel Oils)
- NAICS Code: 45721 (Fuel Dealers)
- Set-Aside: No specific set-aside designated; open competition.
- Published Date: April 9, 2026
- Response Due: June 8, 2026, 11:15 AM UTC (1700 hrs local time)
- Place of Performance: Kathmandu, NP-BA, Nepal
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted electronically to KTMContracts@state.gov. Submissions should be in MS-Word 2007/2010, MS-Excel 2007/2010, or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format. A file size limit of 20MB per email applies, though multiple emails are permitted. The award will be based on the "Lowest Price Technically Acceptable" (LPTA) method. Evaluation factors include prior experience, technical acceptability, and responsibility (e.g., financial resources, integrity, equipment).
Additional Notes
This is currently a pre-solicitation notice; the official solicitation will be issued on SAM.gov. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to contract award. Primary points of contact for inquiries are Vidya Acharya (acharyav@state.gov) and Albina Collingham (collinghama@state.gov).