Water Treatment of HVAC and Potable Water
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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 Nouakchott, under the Department of State, is soliciting proposals for Water Treatment of HVAC and Potable Water Systems at its compound in Nouakchott, Mauritania. This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation seeks a Firm Fixed-Price contract to maintain and preserve critical water systems. Offers are due by May 15, 2026, at 18:00 GMT.
Scope of Work
This contract defines requirements for the planning, procurement, and maintenance of HVAC and potable water systems, including sprinkler piping/equipment. The primary goal is to establish a cost-effective water treatment program to control water-related problems such as corrosion, scaling, general deposits, and microbiological fouling. Services encompass logistics, customs, shipping, transportation, labor, water treatment chemicals, tools, testing kits/equipment, and administrative support. All work must comply with applicable safety, equipment, and building codes, including NSF, AWWA, SDS, ASTM D, NFPA, UL, IEEE, NEMA, and OSHA standards, as well as manufacturer O&M instructions. Deliverables include site assessment, survey services, project management, professional water treatment services, cost estimating/scheduling, a maintenance contract cost proposal, maintenance schedule, and detailed work schedules. Specific requirements for HVAC water treatment (molybdate-based corrosion/scale inhibitor, propylene glycol) and Potable Water Treatment are detailed in Exhibits A and B.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: One base year with four one-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: None (All responsible sources may submit an offer).
- Place of Performance: U.S. Embassy Compound, Nouakchott, Mauritania.
- Product Service Code: K046 (Modification Of Equipment: Water Purification And Sewage Treatment Equipment)
Submission & Evaluation
- Offers Due: May 15, 2026, at 18:00 GMT.
- Submission Method: Electronic mail to NouakchottGSOSolicitations@state.gov.
- Award Basis: Lowest Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA).
- Evaluation Factors: Compliance Review, Technical Acceptability, Price Evaluation, and Responsibility Determination.
- Eligibility Requirements:
- Minimum five (5) years of experience in potable water treatment plants for U.S. Embassies/Consulates.
- Must have served at least 10 U.S. Embassy sites.
- Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) database is required prior to contract award.
- Offerors must include a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items.
- Special attention is required for clauses FAR 52.204-24, 52.204-25, and 52.204-26 regarding covered telecommunications equipment and services.
- Workers' Compensation Insurance (Defense Base Act) is a requirement.
Contact Information
- Primary: Procurement Office (NouakchottGSOSolicitations@state.gov)
- Secondary: Oumar Amar (Amaro@state.gov, 22237258781)