Solicitation - U.S. Mission Tanzania
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) is soliciting proposals for Local Guard Services to support the U.S. Mission in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. This requirement ensures a secure environment, preventing loss or injury to personnel and property, deterring unauthorized access, and mitigating potential terrorist attacks. Proposals are due May 8, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST. Access to the full solicitation documents is restricted and requires a formal request.
Scope of Work
The selected Contractor will provide the necessary organizational structure, management, and qualified staff to meet or exceed the requirements outlined in the Performance Work Statement. Services include safeguarding U.S. personnel, dependents, and property, preventing asset destruction, and deterring unauthorized access and terrorist threats.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation for Local Guard Services
- Duration: One base year and four one-year options, exercisable at the Government's discretion.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Proposal Due: May 8, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.
- Published: April 29, 2026 (latest amendment).
- Site Visit: An in-person site visit was conducted on March 16, 2026.
Key Instructions & Amendments
Offerors must first complete and email the Restricted Access Request form to the Contracting Officer, then click "request access" on SAM.gov to view the solicitation and exhibits. This form requires company details, interest type (Prime, JV, Other), and agreement to strict distribution limitations for sensitive information.
Amendment A001 incorporated updated Exhibits D, M, P, Q, and Att. 3, and added instructions for 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 (including base and option years), and anticipated country of origin. Amendment A003 later incorporated Exhibit U. The proposal due date was extended twice, first by A001 to April 23, 2026, and subsequently by A002 to the current May 8, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Brian Averhart at averhartb@state.gov or 2022575880.