Solicitation - U.S. Mission Accra, Ghana
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 (DOS) has issued Solicitation #19AQMM26R0141 (previously #19AQMM25R0295) for Local Guard Services to support the U.S. Mission in Accra, Ghana. The requirement is to provide a secure environment, prevent loss/injury, deter unauthorized access, and deter potential terrorist attacks. Proposals are due Monday, April 27, 2026, at 12:00 EST.
Scope of Work
The Contractor shall provide the organizational structure, management, and qualified staff necessary to meet or exceed the requirements outlined in the Performance Work Statement. Services are critical for safeguarding U.S. personnel, dependents, property, and assets.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Solicitation (anticipated Firm Fixed-Price, though not explicitly stated, implied by guard services)
- Period of Performance: One base year and four one-year options, exercised at the Government's discretion.
- Product/Service Code: S206 (Guard Services)
- Site Visit: An in-person site visit was scheduled for March 16, 2026 (see Section L.1).
- Proposal Due Date: April 27, 2026, at 12:00 EST (extended by Amendment A001).
- Published Date: April 15, 2026 (Amendment A001).
Key Updates (Amendment A001)
- Responded to Site Visit questions.
- Updated VAT to 20% in Section B.7.5.
- Incorporated updated Exhibits D, E, F, M, P, Q, and S.
- Added Section L.11.1.8, US Person Certification (also in L.11.1, Tab G of Price Proposal).
- Removed Exhibit U from Section J, designating it as RESERVED.
- Added instruction to Section L.11.2.1.2 requiring offerors to identify manufacturer, make, model, and quantity of essential equipment, and to complete Exhibit D tables with estimated quantity, unit cost, total cost (base + options), and anticipated country of origin.
Accessing Solicitation Documents
Access to the full solicitation and related exhibits is restricted. Offerors must:
- Fill out the Restricted Access Request form (available as a document).
- Email the completed form to the Contracting Officer (averhartb@state.gov).
- Hit the "request access" button in SAM.gov to view documents.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Brian Averhart (averhartb@state.gov, 202-257-5880)
- Secondary Contact: Tracy Williams (williamstj1@state.gov)