Solicitation Repair of MSGR Shower
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
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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. Department of State, US Embassy Asuncion, is soliciting quotes for the Repair of MSGR Shower facilities in Asuncion, Paraguay. This project addresses improper floor slope in nine (9) shower stalls at the Marine Security Guard Quarters, which causes water overflow and safety hazards. The U.S. Government intends to award a contract to the lowest priced, acceptable, responsible quoter. Quotations are due by April 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This project requires repairing the floor slope in nine (9) shower stalls (eight currently pending repair) to ensure proper drainage and eliminate safety risks. Key tasks include:
- Removing existing glass block and shower floors.
- Modifying plumbing as necessary.
- Installing new flooring with a minimum slope of ½ inch per foot towards the drain (not exceeding ½ inch per foot).
- Installing new glass enclosures.
- Ensuring flooring material meets ANSI A137.1 slip resistance criteria (minimum DCOF of 0.42 for interior wet areas).
- Installing longitudinal floor grate drainage systems. All work must adhere to U.S. government standards, include dust control, exhaust systems, vacuuming during repairs, and deep cleaning upon completion of each stall.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quotations - RFQ).
- Estimated Value: Less than $50,000.
- Period of Performance: Work to commence within 14 calendar days after receiving the Notice to Proceed (NTP) and be completed within 90 days after NTP.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Pre-Proposal Conference: Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 09:30 AM (local time) at the US Embassy Asuncion. Contact Jose Vazquez by March 23, 2026, to arrange entry.
- Quotations Due: April 13, 2026, at 17:00hs (local time).
- Published Date: March 25, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Electronically to
asuncioncontracting@state.govin Adobe Acrobat (pdf) format, not exceeding 30MB per file. - Required Documents: SF-1442, Section A (Pricing), Section L (Representations and Certifications), and additional information as required in Section J.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the lowest priced, acceptable, responsible quoter based on initial proposals without holding discussions.
Eligibility & Notes
- Offerors must be technically qualified and financially responsible.
- Offerors must have an established business with a permanent address and telephone listing in Paraguay or plan to establish an office within 30 days of contract award.
- Value Added Tax (VAT) will not be reimbursed; the Embassy holds a tax exemption certificate.
- Performance and payment bonds are required (details in Section G).