U.S. Mission Lome, Togo -Overseas Guard Services
Overview
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PSC
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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 United States Department of State (DOS), specifically the ACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUM office, is soliciting proposals for Overseas Guard Services at the U.S. Embassy in Lome, Togo. This requirement is for a qualified contractor to provide organizational structure, management, and staff to protect U.S. Government personnel, facilities, and equipment. The proposal due date has been extended to May 8, 2026, at 3:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
The primary mission of the Overseas Guard Services (OGS) is to ensure a secure environment for the Embassy's operations. This includes acting as an early warning system, protecting life, preventing unauthorized access, maintaining order, and deterring criminal and terrorist acts against U.S. assets and property.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Contract Opportunity Type)
- Duration: One base year with four one-year option periods, exercisable at the Government's sole discretion.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, 3:00 PM UTC
- Published: May 1, 2026
- Place of Performance: Lome, Togo
Amendments
This solicitation has been amended twice:
- Amendment A0001: Provided responses to questions (A0001_Q&A_Lome_26R0077), updated Exhibits D and U, incorporated additional language in Section L.11 and L.11.2.1.2, and included a Collective Bargaining Agreement (A0001_CBA_Lome_26R0077).
- Amendment A0002: Provided updated Exhibits D, S, and U, incorporated additional language in Section L.11.1.2 and M.2.1, and extended the proposal due date to May 8, 2026. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.
Key Documents & Actions
To access sensitive bidding documents, potential bidders must complete and submit a "RESTRICTED ACCESS REQUEST" form (Attachment 3_RestrictedAccessForm_26R0077.docx). This form requires company details, interest type (Prime, JV, Other), and an agreement to safeguard the information. The completed form must be emailed to Chantal A. Guetat (GuetatCA@state.gov) and Jenel A. Charles (CharlesJA6@state.gov). Failure to provide complete information will invalidate the request.
Contact Information
- Primary: Chantal A Guetat (guetatca@state.gov)
- Secondary: Jenel Charles (CharlesJA6@state.gov)