TEGUC-Feasibility Study for the design and construction of a dedicated underground medium voltage (MV) power feeder for the U.S. Embassy New Embassy Compound (NEC).
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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 in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, under the Department of State, is seeking qualified Architect/Engineer (A/E) firms to conduct a comprehensive Feasibility Study for the design and construction of a dedicated underground medium voltage (MV) power feeder for the U.S. Embassy New Embassy Compound (NEC). This is a qualifications-based selection, and price proposals are not requested at this stage. Submissions are due by June 26, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time.
Scope of Work
The selected firm(s) will provide all necessary labor, materials, expertise, and services to:
- Evaluate power supply alternatives in coordination with Empresa Nacional de Energía Eléctrica (ENEE).
- Assess the technical, regulatory, operational, and logistical viability of the proposed underground feeder system.
- Evaluate ENEE's institutional capacity for supporting underground MV electrical infrastructure.
- Identify and assess qualified local partners and contractors for civil works.
- Analyze potential overhead feeder alternatives, including associated advantages, limitations, costs, and risks.
- Produce comprehensive technical reports in English.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for A/E Services
- Set-Aside: Not specified
- Response Due: June 26, 2026, 10:00 a.m. local time
- Published: June 16, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Firms must submit qualifications electronically to Proctgu@state.gov with the subject line "A&E - Underground MV Feeder Feasibility Study - [Firm Name] - Qualifications". Submissions must be in Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format, with a maximum file size of 30MB per email. A completed Standard Form 330 is required.
Evaluation criteria, all of equal weight, include:
- Professional Qualifications and Licensing (Project Manager, MV Systems Engineer, Civil/Geotechnical Engineer, Survey Technician, firm registration).
- English Language Proficiency.
- Relevant Experience and Technical Capabilities (Honduran codes, MV systems, utility coordination, geotechnical/civil assessments).
- Project Management capabilities.
- Market Knowledge (Honduran construction, permitting, regulatory requirements).
- Deliverables and Reporting methodology.
- Absence of Conflicts of Interest.
Additional Notes
Based on responses, the U.S. Government may award a single contract or multiple contracts for separate portions of the work.