U.S. Consulate Merida - Variable Frequency Drives Preventive Maintenance
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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. Department of State, American Consulate Merida, is soliciting quotations for annual preventive maintenance services for Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) at the U.S. Consulate General in Merida, Mexico. This is a Firm Fixed-Price contract, with award based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offer. Quotations are due by February 11, 2026, at 17:00 hrs CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will perform annual preventive maintenance on 20 ABB ACH580-VFDs (including E-Clipse Bypass and Service Switch F267) as detailed in the Statement of Work (SOW). Services include inspection, adjustment, and scheduled maintenance. The contractor is responsible for supplying and replacing expendable parts (e.g., filters, belts, hoses) and maintaining an on-site inventory of common parts. Repairs are excluded, but current labor rates for repairs must be provided. Services must be completed within 15 calendar days from the start date and require trained technicians, appropriate tools, and proper disposal of toxic substances.
Contract & Timeline
- Solicitation Number: 19MX5226Q0004
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price contract, payable in Mexican pesos (no currency exchange rate adjustments).
- Duration: One-year base period with options for four additional one-year periods.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: February 11, 2026, 17:00 hrs CST.
- Published: January 27, 2026.
- Place of Performance: U.S. Consulate General Merida, Mexico.
- Payment: Via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) after services are delivered and invoice received (allow up to 30 days).
Evaluation & Submission
- Evaluation: Award will be based on initial quotations without discussions, following a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. Discussions may be held if necessary.
- Submission: Quotations must be submitted electronically to meridaprocurement@state.gov. Only email submissions will be accepted. Proposals must be in writing and include all pricing, shipping, and delivery time information. Incomplete proposals will not be considered.
- Eligibility: Prospective offerors must have a Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code, be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov, and be NDAA Section 889 compliant.
Special Requirements
Contractor personnel require security clearances and must adhere to strict standards of conduct. Contractor vehicles need prior approval for compound access. The contractor must provide names, biographic data, and police clearance for all personnel. Copies of all software and licenses for the communications module must be provided upon work completion. Deliverables include typewritten service reports, personnel clearances, Certificate of Insurance, signed PM Checklists, and invoices. Minimum Public Liability and Property Damage insurance is required.