RFQ 19AS2026Q0017 Installation of Concrete Slab (Estimated 150 Square Meters) (2).pdf

U.S. Embassy Canberra Australia Date April 9th, 2026

Dear Prospective Offeror:

Subject: Request for Quotes 19AS2026Q0017 – Installation of Concrete Slab (Estimated 150 Square Meters)

The U.S. Department of State invites you to submit a quotation for Request for Quotes (RFQ) 19AS2026Q0017 for the installation of a concrete slab with an estimated area of 150 square meters.

If you wish to submit a quotation, please follow the instructions in Section J of the solicitation, complete all required portions of the attached documents, and submit your response to the address indicated on the Standard Form accompanying this letter.

The U.S. Government intends to award a contract or purchase order to the responsible offeror submitting an acceptable proposal at the lowest price. The Government intends to make an award based on initial proposals without conducting discussions; however, the Government reserves the right to hold discussions with offerors in the competitive range if necessary.

The Embassy will conduct a mandatory Pre-Quotation Conference at the project site on April 23, 2026, at 10:00 AM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST). The conference will be held onsite at the U.S. Embassy in Canberra. Prospective offerors must contact cnbgsoprocurement@state.gov by 4:00 PM AEST on April 17, 2026, to confirm attendance and arrange site access.

Quotations are due no later than 5:00 PM AEST on Thursday, May 7th, 2026. Quotations received after this deadline will not be accepted. All quotations must be submitted in English.

Incomplete quotations will be rejected. Submit quotations electronically to cnbgsoprocurement@state.gov in MS Word, MS Excel, or PDF format. Individual file size must not exceed 30MB. Submissions exceeding 30MB must be divided into multiple files and sent via separate emails.

In order for a quotation to be considered, you must also complete and submit the following:

1. SF-1442

2. Section A, Pricing

3. Section L Representations and Certifications

4. Additional information as required in Section J

Sincerely, Paul Rau Contracting Officer

Enclosure:

mailto:cnbgsoprocurement@state.gov

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO.

19AS2026Q0017

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

REQUEST FOR

QUOTATION (RFQ)

[ ] NEGOTIATED (RFP)

3. DATE ISSUED

April 9th, PAGE OF PAGES

IMPORTANT - The “offer” section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

4. CONTRACT NO.

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.

PR15906891

6. PROJECT NO.

7. ISSUED BY CODE 8. ADDRESS OFFER TO

U.S. Embassy Canberra GSO Procurement 21 Moonah Place Yarralumla ACT 2600 Australia

Your quotation must be submitted electronically to:

cnbgsoprocurement@state.gov

9. FOR INFORMATION

CALL:

A. NAME

Kate Costan

B. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS) 02 62145934

SOLICITATION

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations “offer” and “offeror” mean “bid” and “bidder.”

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying no., date):

The work includes the installation of a concrete slab with an estimated area of 150 square meters. The contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and miscellaneous costs required to complete the installation as specified herein.

Please refer to Section B for the detailed Statement of Work.

11. The Contractor shall begin performance within _10___ calendar days and complete it within _75___ calendar days after receiving award, notice to proceed. This performance period is mandatory, negotiable. (See _______________.)

12A. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

(If “YES,” indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12B.)

YES NO

12B. CALENDAR DAYS

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

A. Quotations are due no later than 5:00 PM AEST on Thursday, May 7th, 2026. Quotations received after this deadline will not be accepted. All quotations must be submitted in English. Incomplete quotations will be rejected. Submit quotations electronically to cnbgsoprocurement@state.gov

B. An offer guarantee is, is not required.

C. All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

D. Offers providing less than 30 calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected.

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code)

15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS (Include only if different than Item 14)

CODE FACILITY CODE

17. The offeror agrees to perform the work at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government within _____ calendar days after the date offers are due. (Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement stated in Item 13D. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13D.

AMOUNTS

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each

AMENDMENT NO.

DATE

20A. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER

(Type or print)

20B. SIGNATURE

20C. OFFER DATE

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT

23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

ITEM

25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

10 U.S.C. 2304(c)( ) 41 U.S.C. 253(c)( )

26. ADMINISTERED BY CODE 27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT (Contractor is required to sign this document and return ____ copies to issuing office.) Contractor agrees to furnish and deliver all items or perform all work, requisitions identified on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration slated in this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certifications, and specifications or incorporated by reference in or attached to this contract.

29. AWARD (Contractor is not required to sign this document.) Your offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award. No further contractual document is necessary.

30A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED

TO SIGN (Type or print)

31A. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

Paul Rau

30B. SIGNATURE

30C. DATE

31B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

BY

31C. AWARD DATE

RFQ NUMBER: 19AS2026Q0017

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SF-1442 COVER SHEET

A. PRICING

B. STATEMENT OF WORK

C. PACKAGING AND MARKING

D. INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E. DELIVERIES AND PERFORMANCE

F. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

G. SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

H. CLAUSES

I. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

J. INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO SUBMIT A QUOTATION

K. EVALUATION CRITERIA

L. REPRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS

SECTION A – PRICING

A.1. PRICING

The Contractor shall complete all work, including furnishing all labor, material, equipment, and services required under this purchase order for the following firm fixed price and within the time specified. This price shall include all labor, materials, all insurance, overhead and profit.

Total Price (including all labor, materials, overhead and profit) Goods and Services Tax (GST) Grand Total (Total Price + GST)

A.2. GOODS & SERVICES TAX (GST)

The Contractor shall show Goods and Services Tax (GST) as a separate item on invoices submitted for payment.

A.3. FIRM FIXED PRICES

The Offeror shall propose firm fixed prices for the deliverables listed in Section A and fixed loaded hourly rates for additional services. Proposals that do not include firm fixed prices cannot be evaluated and will be rejected.

A.4. SEPARATE CHARGES

Separate charges, in any form, are not solicited. The Government shall not be obligated to pay any charges other than the contract price.

A.5. 52.225-17 EVALUATION OF FOREIGN CURRENCY OFFERS (FEB 2000):

If the Government receives offers in more than one currency, the Government will evaluate offers by converting the foreign currency to United States currency using the exchange rate used by the Embassy in effect as follows:

(a) For acquisitions conducted using sealed bidding procedures, on the date of bid opening.

(b) For acquisitions conducted using negotiation procedures—

(1) On the date specified for receipt of offers, if award is based on initial offers; otherwise

(2) On the date specified for receipt of proposal revisions.

SECTION B – STATEMENT OF WORK

1 BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE

1.1 The American Embassy in Canberra has a requirement to construct a new reinforced concrete slab area of approximately 150 square meters with a minimum thickness of 150 mm within the Embassy compound. The new concrete area will be installed in accordance with the project drawings and will integrate with the surrounding pathway, retaining wall, and existing ground levels.

1.2 The purpose of this project is to prepare the designated area and construct a durable concrete surface suitable for long-term operational use. The work includes site preparation, excavation, subgrade preparation, formwork installation, concrete placement, finishing, and curing to ensure structural integrity and durability.

1.3 The project requires qualified and experienced construction professionals to perform all work in accordance with applicable construction standards and safety requirements. The contractor shall ensure the work is completed in compliance with OBO and Australian Industry standards.

2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

2.1 The Contractor shall provide personnel, material, equipment, and supervision to complete the technical requirements in this SOW. The Contractor shall be responsible for sourcing required labor and equipment and shall follow security and safety protocol as directed by the U.S. Embassy.

2.2 The Contractor shall survey the work location to identify, verify, and record dimensions and existing conditions to prepare shop drawings, bills of materials, time schedules, quality control schedules, and construction costs. These documents shall provide the necessary coordination and communication between the US Embassy and Contractor for the project.

2.3 The Contractor shall be required to complete as soon as possible. The residence will not be occupied during the execution of this contract. The Contractor shall coordinate with the Contracting Officer for work phasing and job sequencing with work commencing and completion dates. The Contractor shall submit a phasing plan with construction schedule for review and approval prior to commencement of work at the site. The Contractor is required to complete the entire work no later than four months from notice to proceed.

2.4 The Contracting Officer will evaluate all brand name products included in the scope of work in accordance with FAR Clause 52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal.

2.5 Normal operations at the U.S. Embassy are from 0700 to 1800 hours Monday through Friday. The Contractor shall perform work during normal working hours to the maximum extent possible and coordinate any after-hours work in writing no less than seven (7) days in advance with the Facility Manager (FM). Identify any site-specific limitations or restrictions on working hours (e.g., work that generates excessive dust in occupied areas or work involving high levels of noise (e.g., core drilling) shall be performed outside the embassy’s normal hours of operation.

3 SCOPE OF WORK

3.1 Site Preparation

3.1.1 Site The contractor shall prepare the designated area for construction of the concrete slab. This includes:

3.1.1.1 Surveying and setting out the area according to the project drawings

3.1.1.2 Clearing vegetation, debris, loose materials, and obstructions

3.1.1.3 Excavating the area to the required depth to accommodate the full slab structure

3.1.1.4 Ensuring the finished excavation allows for the following layers:

3.1.1.4.1 Subgrade preparation

3.1.1.4.2 Base course (if required)

3.1.1.4.3 150 mm concrete slab thickness

3.1.1.5 The contractor shall ensure that the excavation lines and dimensions correspond to the layout shown in the drawings.

3.1.1.6 The area includes sections adjacent to the existing pathway and retaining wall, requiring careful alignment and grading to maintain proper interface with existing structures.

3.2 Subgrade Preparation:

3.2.1 Once excavation is complete, the contractor shall prepare the subgrade to provide a stable foundation. Subgrade preparation will include:

3.2.1.1 Removal of soft or unsuitable material

3.2.1.2 Compaction of the soil subgrades to a minimum of 95% Modified Proctor density

3.2.1.3 Moisture conditioning where required

3.2.1.4 Final leveling to achieve uniform support across the slab footprint

3.2.2 Where necessary, a granular base layer (typically 75–100 mm crushed rock) shall be installed and compacted to improve load distribution and drainage.

3.3 Formwork Installation

3.3.1 The contractor shall supply and install formwork to define the boundaries and elevation of the concrete slab. Formwork must:

3.3.1.1 Be constructed from straight, rigid materials

3.3.1.2 Be securely anchored to prevent movement during concrete placement

3.3.1.3 Maintain the required slab thickness of 150 mm

3.3.1.4 Follow the geometry shown in the drawings

3.3.2 Edges and transitions must align with the dimensions shown in the drawings, including the section showing approximately 200 mm depth reference and sloped edge conditions.

3.4 Reinforcement

3.4.1 Reinforcement must be integrated; the contractor shall install reinforcement steel mesh prior to pouring. Typical reinforcement may include:

3.4.1.1 SL82 or equivalent reinforcing mesh

3.4.1.2 Proper placement with bar chairs to maintain reinforcement position

3.4.1.3 Minimum concrete cover of 40–50 mm

3.4.2 All reinforcement must be securely tied and positioned to prevent movement during concrete placement.

3.5 Concrete Supply and Placement

3.5.1 Concrete shall meet the following minimum specifications:

3.5.1.1 Minimum compressive strength: 32 MPa

3.5.1.2 Slump appropriate for slab placement

3.5.1.3 Suitable durability for external exposure conditions

3.5.2 Concrete placement shall include:

3.5.2.1 Pumping or direct placement into prepared forms

3.5.2.2 Proper distribution to avoid segregation

3.5.2.3 Consolidation using mechanical vibration where necessary

3.5.2.4 Continuous placement to avoid cold joints

3.5.3 The slab shall have a uniform 150 mm thickness across the full 150 m² area.

3.6 Surface Finishing

3.6.1 Finishing activities include:

3.6.1.1 Screeding to correct level and slope

3.6.1.2 Floating to compact and smooth the surface

3.6.1.3 Final finishing using a steel trowel or broom finish depending on the application

3.6.1.4 Ensuring proper drainage slopes away from adjacent structures

3.6.2 Control joints will be installed to minimize cracking. Typical spacing: Every 3–4 meters

3.7 Integration With Existing Structures

3.7.1 The contractor must ensure the new concrete area integrates properly with adjacent features including:

3.7.1.1 Existing pathway

3.7.1.2 Retaining wall

3.7.1.3 Surrounding ground levels

3.7.2 Transitions must match the elevations indicated in the drawings.

3.7.3 The slab alignment includes several dimensioned sections including approximately

8.4 m and 4.4 m segments, forming the geometry of the new concrete area.

3.8 Site Restoration

3.8.1 Upon completion of the work, the contractor shall:

3.8.1.1 Remove formwork

3.8.1.2 Remove excess soil and debris

3.8.1.3 Restore surrounding ground surfaces

3.8.1.4 Clean the work area

3.8.1.5 Dispose of waste materials off-site

END OF STATEMENT OF WORK

SECTION C - PACKAGING AND MARKING

Mark materials delivered to the site as follows:

[RESERVED]

RFQ NUMBER: 19AS2026Q017

SECTION D - INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

The COR, or his/her authorized representatives, will inspect from time to time the services being performed and the supplies furnished to determine whether work is being performed in a satisfactory manner, and that all supplies are of acceptable quality and standards.

The Contractor shall be responsible for any countermeasures or corrective action, within the scope of this contract, which may be required by the Contracting Officer as a result of such inspection.

D.1. SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

(a) "Substantial Completion" means the stage in the progress of the work as determined and certified by the Contracting Officer in writing to the Contractor, on which the work (or a portion designated by the Government) is sufficiently complete and satisfactory. Substantial completion means that the property may be occupied or used for the purpose for which it is intended, and only minor items such as touch-up, adjustments, and minor replacements or installations remain to be completed or corrected which:

(1) do not interfere with the intended occupancy or utilization of the work, and

(2) can be completed or corrected within the time period required for final completion.

(b) The "date of substantial completion" means the date determined by the Contracting Officer or authorized Government representative as of which substantial completion of the work has been achieved.

Use and Possession upon Substantial Completion - The Government shall have the right to take possession of and use the work upon substantial completion. Upon notice by the Contractor that the work is substantially complete (a Request for Substantial Completion) and an inspection by the Contracting Officer or an authorized Government representative (including any required tests), the Contracting Officer shall furnish the Contractor a Certificate of Substantial Completion. The certificate will be accompanied by a Schedule of Defects listing items of work remaining to be performed, completed, or corrected before final completion and acceptance. Failure of the Contracting Officer to list any item of work shall not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for complying with the terms of the contract. The Government's possession or use upon substantial completion shall not be deemed an acceptance of any work under the contract.

D.2 FINAL COMPLETION AND ACCEPTANCE

D.2.1 "Final completion and acceptance" means the stage in the progress of the work as determined by the Contracting Officer and confirmed in writing to the Contractor, at which all work required under the contract has been completed in a satisfactory manner, subject to the discovery of defects after final completion, and except for items specifically excluded in the notice of final acceptance.

D.2.2 The "date of final completion and acceptance" means the date determined by the Contracting Officer when final completion of the work has been achieved, as indicated by written notice to the Contractor.

D.2.3 FINAL INSPECTION AND TESTS. The Contractor shall give the Contracting Officer at least ten (10) days advance written notice of the date when the work will be fully completed and ready for final inspection and tests. Final inspection and tests will be started not later than the date specified in the notice unless the Contracting Officer determines that the work is not ready for final inspection and so informs the Contractor.

D.2.4 FINAL ACCEPTANCE. If the Contracting Officer is satisfied that the work under the contract is complete (with the exception of continuing obligations), the Contracting Officer shall issue to the Contractor a notice of final acceptance and make final payment upon:

• Satisfactory completion of all required tests,

• A final inspection that all items by the Contracting Officer listed in the Schedule of Defects have been completed or corrected, and the work is finally complete (subject to the discovery of defects after final completion), and

• Submittal by the Contractor of all documents and other items required upon completion of the work, including a final request for payment (Request for Final Acceptance).

SECTION E - DELIVERIES AND PERFORMANCE

52.211-10 COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK

(APR 1984)

The Contractor shall be required to:

(a) commence work under this contract within ten (10) calendar days after the date the Contractor receives the notice to proceed,

(b) prosecute the work diligently, and,

(c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than seventy-five (75) calendar days.

The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

52.211-12 LIQUIDATED DAMAGES - CONSTRUCTION (SEPT 2000)

(a) If the Contractor fails to complete the work within the time specified in the contract, or any extension, the Contractor shall pay liquidated damages to the Government in the amount of $250.00 for each calendar day of delay until the work is completed or accepted.

(b) If the Government terminates the Contractor’s right to proceed, liquidated damages will continue to accrue until the work is completed. These liquidated damages are in addition to excess costs of repurchase under the Default clause.

CONTRACTOR'S SUBMISSION OF CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULES

(a) The time for submission of the schedules referenced in FAR 52.236-15, "Schedules for Construction Contracts", paragraph (a), is hereby modified to reflect the due date for submission as five (5) calendar days after receipt of an executed contract".

(b) These schedules shall include the time by which shop drawings, product data, samples and other submittals required by the contract will be submitted for approval.

(c) The Contractor shall revise such schedules (1) to account for the actual progress of the work, (2) to reflect approved adjustments in the performance schedule, and

(3) as required by the Contracting Officer to achieve coordination with work by the Government and any separate contractors used by the Government. The Contractor shall submit a schedule, which sequences work so as to minimize disruption at the job site.

(d) All deliverables shall be in the English language and any system of dimensions (English or metric) shown shall be consistent with that used in the contract. No extension of time shall be allowed due to delay by the Government in approving such deliverables if the Contractor has failed to act promptly and responsively in submitting its deliverables. The Contractor shall identify each deliverable as required by the contract.

(e) Acceptance of Schedule: When the Government has accepted at any time schedule; it shall be binding upon the Contractor. The completion date is fixed and may be extended only by a written contract modification signed by the Contracting Officer.

Acceptance or approval of any schedule or revision thereof by the Government shall not:

(1) Extend the completion date or obligate the Government to do so,

(2) Constitute acceptance or approval of any delay, or

(3) Excuse the Contractor from or relieve the Contractor of its obligation to maintain the progress of the work and achieve final completion by the established completion date.

NOTICE OF DELAY

If the Contractor receives a notice of any change in the work, or if any other conditions arise which are likely to cause or are actually causing delays which the Contractor believes may result in late completion of the project, the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer.

The Contractor’s notice shall state the effect, if any, of such change or other conditions upon the approved schedule, and shall state in what respects, if any, the relevant schedule, or the completion date should be revised. The Contractor shall give such notice promptly, not more than ten (10) days after the first event giving rise to the delay or prospective delay. Only the Contracting Officer may revise the approved time schedule.

NOTICE TO PROCEED

(a) After receiving and accepting any bonds or evidence of insurance, the Contracting Officer will provide the Contractor with a Notice to Proceed. The Contractor must then prosecute the work, commencing and completing performance not later than the time period established in the contract.

(b) It is possible that the Contracting Officer may elect to issue the Notice to Proceed before receipt and acceptance of any bonds or evidence of insurance. Issuance of a Notice to Proceed by the Government before receipt of the required bonds or insurance certificates or policies shall not be a waiver of the requirement to furnish these documents.

WORKING HOURS

All work shall be performed from 0700 to 1800 Monday through Friday. Other hours, if requested by the Contractor, may be approved by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). The Contractor shall give 24 hours in advance to COR who will consider any deviation from the hours identified above. Changes in work hours, initiated by the Contractors will not be the cause of a price increase.

PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

A preconstruction conference will be held 10 days after contract award at the U.S. Embassy

Canberra to discuss the schedule, submittals, notice to proceed, mobilization and other important issues that affect construction progress. See FAR 52.236-26, Preconstruction Conference.

DELIVERABLES - The following items shall be delivered under this contract:

Description Quantity Deliver Date Deliver

To

Section G. Securities/Insurance

10 days after award

CO

Section E. Construction Schedule

COR

Section E. Preconstruction Conference

Section G. Personnel Biographies

Section F. Payment Request

Last calendar day of each month

Section D. Request for Substantial Completion

15 days before inspection

Section D. Request for Final Acceptance

5 days before inspection

SECTION F - CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

F.1.0. 652.242-70 CONTRACTING OFFICER'S REPRESENTATIVE (COR) (AUG 1999)

(a) The Contracting Officer may designate in writing one or more Government employees, by name or position title, to act for the Contracting Officer under this contract. Each designee shall be identified as a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). Such designation(s) shall specify the scope and limitations of the authority so delegated; provided that the designee shall not change the terms or conditions of the contract, unless the COR is a warranted Contracting Officer and this authority is delegated in the designation.

(b) The COR for this contract is Facilities Management Project Coordinator.

Payment: The Contractor's attention is directed to Section H, 52.232-5, "Payments Under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts". The following elaborates on the information contained in that clause.

Requests for payment may be made no more frequently than monthly.

Payment requests shall cover the value of labor and materials completed and in place, including a prorated portion of overhead and profit.

After receipt of the Contractor's request for payment, and on the basis of an inspection of the work, the Contracting Officer shall make a determination as to the amount, which is then due. If the Contracting Officer does not approve payment of the full amount applied for, less the retainage allowed by in 52.232- 5, the Contracting Officer shall advise the Contractor as to the reasons.

Under the authority of 52.232-27(a), the 14-day period identified in FAR 52.232-27(a)(1)(i)(A) is hereby changed to 30 days.

U.S. Embassy Canberra Attn: Canberra Accounts Payable cnbcustservice@state.gov

The Contractor shall show Goods and Services Tax (GST) as a separate item on invoices submitted for payment.

mailto:cnbcustservice@state.gov

SECTION G - SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

G.1. INSURANCE

The Contractor is required by FAR 52.228-5, "Insurance - Work on a Government Installation" to provide whatever insurance is legally necessary. The Contractor shall at its own expense provide and maintain during the entire performance period the following insurance amounts:

G.2. GENERAL LIABILITY

Includes premises/operations, collapse hazard, products, completed operations, contractual, independent contractors, broad form property damage, personal injury):

(1) BODILY INJURY, ON OR OFF THE SITE, IN U.S. DOLLARS

Per Occurrence $10,000,000 AUD or USD Equivalent

Cumulative $10,000,000 AUD or USD Equivalent

(2) PROPERTY DAMAGE, ON OR OFF THE SITE, IN U.S. DOLLARS

Per Occurrence $10,000,000 AUD or USD Equivalent

Cumulative $10,000,000 AUD or USD Equivalent

The foregoing types and amounts of insurance are the minimums required. The Contractor shall obtain any other types of insurance required by local law or that are ordinarily or customarily obtained in the location of the work. The limit of such insurance shall be provided by law or sufficient to meet normal and customary claims.

The Contractor agrees that the Government shall not be responsible for personal injuries or for damages to any property of the Contractor, its officers, agents, servants, and employees, or any other person, arising from an incident to the Contractor's performance of this contract. The Contractor shall hold harmless and indemnify the Government from any and all claims arising therefrom, except in the instance of gross negligence on the part of the Government.

The Contractor shall obtain adequate insurance for damage to, or theft of, materials and equipment in insurance coverage for loose transit to the site or in storage on or off the site.

The general liability policy required of the Contractor shall name "the United States of America, acting by and through the Department of State", as an additional insured with respect to operations performed under this contract.

G.3. DOCUMENT DESCRIPTIONS

The Contracting Officer shall furnish from time to time such detailed drawings and other information as is considered necessary, in the opinion of the Contracting Officer, to interpret, clarify, supplement, or correct inconsistencies, errors or omissions in the Contract documents, or to describe minor changes in the work not involving an increase in the contract price or extension of the contract time.

The Contractor shall comply with the requirements of the supplemental documents, and unless prompt objection is made by the Contractor within 20 days, their issuance shall not provide for any claim for an increase in the Contract price or an extension of contract time.

The Contractor shall maintain at the project site:

a) a current marked set of Contract drawings and specifications indicating all interpretations and clarification, contract modifications, change orders, or any other departure from the contract requirements approved by the Contracting Officer; and,

b) a complete set of record shop drawings, product data, samples and other submittals as approved by the Contracting Officer.

After final completion of the work, but before final acceptance thereof, the Contractor shall provide: a complete set of "as-built" drawings, based upon the record set of drawings, marked to show the details of construction as actually accomplished; and, record shop drawings and other submittals, in the number and form as required by the specifications.

G.4. LAWS AND REGULATIONS

The Contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for complying with all laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations applicable to the performance of the work, including those of the host country, and with the lawful orders of any governmental authority having jurisdiction. Host country authorities may not enter the construction site without the permission of the Contracting Officer. Unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer, the Contractor shall comply with the more stringent of the requirements of such laws, regulations, and orders and of the contract. In the event of a conflict between the contract and such laws, regulations and orders, the Contractor shall promptly advise the Contracting Officer of the conflict and of the Contractor's proposed course of action for resolution by the Contracting Officer.

The Contractor shall comply with all local labor laws, regulations, customs, and practices pertaining to labor, safety, and similar matters, to the extent that such compliance is not inconsistent with the requirements of this contract.

The Contractor shall give written assurance to the Contracting Officer that all subcontractors and others performing work on or for the project have obtained all requisite licenses and permits.

The Contractor shall submit proper documentation and evidence satisfactory to the Contracting Officer of compliance with this clause.

G.5. CONSTRUCTION PERSONNEL

The Contractor shall maintain discipline at the site and at all times take all reasonable precautions to prevent any unlawful, riotous, or disorderly conduct by or among those employed at the site. The Contractor shall ensure the preservation of peace and protection of persons and property in the neighborhood of the project against such action. The Contracting Officer may require, in writing, that the Contractor remove from the work any employee that the Contracting Officer deems incompetent, careless, insubordinate or otherwise objectionable, or whose continued employment on the project is deemed by the Contracting Officer to be contrary to the Government's interests.

If the Contractor has knowledge that any actual or potential labor dispute is delaying or threatens to delay the timely performance of this contract, the Contractor shall immediately give notice, including all relevant information, to the Contracting Officer.

After the award, the Contractor has ten calendar days to submit to the Contracting Officer a list of workers and supervisors assigned to this project for the Government to conduct all necessary security checks. It is anticipated that security checks will take five (5) days to perform. For each individual, the list shall include:

• Full Name

• Place and Date of Birth

• Current Address

Failure to provide any of the above information may be considered grounds for rejection and/or resubmittal of the application. Once the Government has completed the security screening and approved the applicants a badge will be provided to the individual for access to the site. This badge may be revoked at any time due to the falsification of data, or misconduct on site.

The Contractor shall provide an English-speaking supervisor on site at all times. This position is considered as key personnel under this purchase order.

G.6. MATERIAL & EQUIPMENT

Materials and Equipment - All materials and equipment incorporated into the work shall be new and for the purpose intended, unless otherwise specified. All workmanship shall be of good quality and performed in a skillful manner that will withstand inspection by the Contracting Officer.

G.7. SPECIAL WARRANTIES

Any special warranties that may be required under the contract shall be subject to the stipulations set forth in 52.246-21, "Warranty of Construction", as long as they are not in conflict.

The Contractor shall obtain and furnish to the Government all information required to make any subcontractor's, manufacturer's, or supplier's guarantee or warranty legally binding and effective.

The Contractor shall submit both the information and the guarantee or warranty to the

Government in sufficient time to permit the Government to meet any time limit specified in the guarantee or warranty, but not later than completion and acceptance of all work under this contract.

G.8. EQUITABLE ADJUSTMENTS

Any circumstance for which the contract provides an equitable adjustment that causes a change within the meaning of paragraph (a) of the "Changes" clause shall be treated as a change under that clause; provided, that the Contractor gives the Contracting Officer prompt written notice (within 20 days) stating:

a) the date, circumstances, and applicable contract clause authorizing an equitable adjustment and

b) that the Contractor regards the event as a changed condition for which an equitable adjustment is allowed under the contract

The Contractor shall provide written notice of a differing site condition within 10 calendar days of occurrence following FAR 52.236-2, Differing Site Conditions.

G.9. ZONING APPROVALS AND PERMITS

The Government shall be responsible for:

a) obtaining proper zoning or other land use control approval for the project

b) obtaining the approval of the Contracting Drawings and Specifications

c) paying fees due for the foregoing; and,

d) or obtaining and paying for the initial building permits

SECTION H- CLAUSES

52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. In addition, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at: Acquisition.gov this address is subject to change.

If the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is not available at the location indicated above, use the Department of State Acquisition website at e-CFR to see the links to the FAR. You may also use an Internet “search engine” (for example, Google, Yahoo or Excite) to obtain the latest location of the most current FAR.

THE FOLLOWING FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CH. 1) CLAUSES

ARE INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE:

CLAUSE TITLE AND DATE

52.202-1 DEFINTIONS (JUN 2020)

52.203-17 CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEE WHISTLEBLOWER RIGHTS (NOV 2023)

52.204-9 PERSONAL IDENTITY VERIFICATION OF CONTRACTOR

PERSONNEL (JAN 2011)

52.204-10 REPORTING EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION AND FIRST-TIER

SUBCONTRACT AWARDS (JUN 2020)

52.204-13 SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT MAINTENANCE

(OCT 2018)

52.204-18 COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY CODE MAINTENANCE

(AUG 2020)

52.204-19 INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE OF REPRESENTATIONS AND

CERTIFICATIONS (DEC 2014)

52.204-25 PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING FOR CERTAIN

TELECOMMUNICATION AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR

EQUIPMENT (NOV 2021)

52.204-27 PROHIBITION ON A BYTEDANCE COVERED APPLICATION (JUN 2023)

https://acquisition.gov/browse/index/far https://gov.ecfr.io/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=d9a7851186785ba2b1896db79b1b6b29&mc=true&tpl=/ecfrbrowse/Title48/48tab_02.tpl

52.209-6 PROTECTING THE GOVERNMENT’S INTEREST WHEN

SUBCONTRACTING WITH CONTRACTORS DEBARRED, SUSPENDED,

OR PROPOSED FOR DEBARMENT OR VOLUNTARILY EXCLUDED (JAN

2025)

52.222-19 CHILD LABOR-COOPERATION WITH AUTHORITIES AND REMEDIES

(JAN 2025)

52.222-50 COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS (NOV 2021)

52.225-5 TRADE AGREEMENTS (NOV 2023)

52.225-13 RESTRICTIONS ON CERTAIN FOREIGN PURCHASES (FEB 2021)

52.225-14 INCONSISTENCY BETWEEN ENGLISH VERSION AND

TRANSLATION OF CONTRACT (FEB 2000)

52.226-8 ENCOURAGING CONTRACTOR POLICIES TO BAN TEXT MESSAGING

WHILE DRIVING (MAY 2024)

52.228-4 WORKERS’ COMPENSATION AND WAR HAZARD INSURANCE

OVERSEAS (APR 1984)

52.229-6 TAXES – FOREIGN FIXED PRICE CONTRACTS (FEB 2013)

52.232-1 PAYMENTS (AUG 1984)

52.232-7 PAYMENTS UNDER TIME-AND-MATERIALS AND MATERIALS

LABOR-HOUR CONTRACTS (NOV 2021)

52.232-8 DISCOUNTS FOR PROMPT PAYMENT (FEB 2002)

52.232-10 PAYMENTS UNDER FIXED-PRICE ARCHITECT-ENGINEER

CONTRACTS (APR 2010)

52.232-11 EXTRAS (APR 1984)

52.232-18 AVAILABILTY OF FUNDS (APR 1984)

52.232-26 PROMPT PAYMENT FOR FIXED-PRICE ARCHITECT-ENGINEER

CONTRACTS (JAN 2017)

52.232-33 PAYMENT BY ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER – SYSTEM FOR

AWARD MANAGEMENT (OCT 2018)

52.233-1 DISPUTES (MAY 2014) Alternate I (DEC 1991)

52.233-3 PROTEST AFTER AWARD (AUG 1996)

52.236-22 DESIGN WITHIN FUNDING LIMITATIONS (APR 1984)

52.236-23 RESPONSIBILITY OF THE ARCHITECT-ENGINEER CONTRACTOR

(APR 1984)

52.236-24 WORK OVERSIGHT IN ARCHITECT-ENGINEER CONTRACTS

(APR 1984)

52.237-2 PROTECTION OF GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS, EQUIPMENT AND

VEGETATION (APR 1984)

52.242-14 SUSPENSION OF WORK (APR 1984)

52.243-1 CHANGES – FIXED PRICE (AUG 1987) Alternate III (APR 1984)

52.243-3 CHANGES – TIME-AND-MATERIAL OR LABOR-HOUR

(SEPT 2000)

52.246-4 INSPECTION OF SERVICES – FIXED-PRICE (AUG 1996)

52.246-26 REPORTING NON-CONFORMING ITEMS (AUG 2024)

52.249-7 TERMINATION (FIXED-PRICE ARCHITECT-ENGINEER)

(APR 1984)

52.249-14 EXCUSABLE DELAYS (APR 1984)

I. THE FOLLOWING FAR CLAUSE(S) IS/ARE INCORPORATED IN FULL TEXT:

52.204-25 PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING FOR CERTAIN

TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR

EQUIPMENT (NOV 2021)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause—

Backhaul means intermediate links between the core network, or backbone network, and the small subnetworks at the edge of the network (e.g., connecting cell phones/towers to the core telephone network). Backhaul can be wireless (e.g., microwave) or wired (e.g., fiber optic, coaxial cable, Ethernet).

Covered foreign country means The People’s Republic of China.

Covered telecommunications equipment or services means–

(1) Telecommunications equipment produced by Huawei Technologies Company or ZTE Corporation (or any subsidiary or affiliate of such entities);

(2) For the purpose of public safety, security of Government facilities, physical security surveillance of critical infrastructure, and other national security purposes, video surveillance and telecommunications equipment produced by Hytera Communications Corporation, Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Company, or Dahua Technology Company (or any subsidiary or affiliate of such entities);

(3) Telecommunications or video surveillance services provided by such entities or using such equipment; or

(4) Telecommunications or video surveillance equipment or services produced or provided by an entity that the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Director of National Intelligence or the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, reasonably believes to be an entity owned or controlled by, or otherwise connected to, the government of a covered foreign country.

Critical technology means–

(1) Defense articles or defense services included on the United States Munitions List set forth in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations under subchapter M of chapter I of title 22, Code of Federal Regulations;

(2) Items included on the Commerce Control List set forth in Supplement No. 1 to part 774 of the Export Administration Regulations under subchapter C of chapter VII of title 15, Code of Federal Regulations, and controlled-

(i) Pursuant to multilateral regimes, including for reasons relating to national security, chemical and biological weapons proliferation, nuclear nonproliferation, or missile technology;

or

(ii) For reasons relating to regional stability or surreptitious listening;

(3) Specially designed and prepared nuclear equipment, parts and components, materials, software, and technology covered by part 810 of title 10, Code of Federal Regulations (relating to assistance to foreign atomic energy activities);

(4) Nuclear facilities, equipment, and material covered by part 110 of title 10, Code of Federal Regulations (relating to export and import of nuclear equipment and material);

(5) Select agents and toxins covered by part 331 of title 7, Code of Federal Regulations, part 121 of title 9 of such Code, or part 73 of title 42 of such Code; or

(6) Emerging and foundational technologies controlled pursuant to section 1758 of the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 ( 50 U.S.C. 4817).

Interconnection arrangements means arrangements governing the physical connection of two or more networks to allow the use of another's network to hand off traffic where it is ultimately delivered (e.g., connection of a customer of telephone provider A to a customer of telephone company B) or sharing data and other information resources.

Reasonable inquiry means an inquiry designed to uncover any information in the entity's possession about the identity of the producer or provider of covered telecommunications equipment or services used by the entity that excludes the need to include an internal or third-party audit.

Roaming means cellular communications services (e.g., voice, video, data) received from a visited network when unable to connect to the facilities of the home network either because signal coverage is too weak or because traffic is too high.

Substantial or essential component means any component necessary for the proper function or performance of a piece of equipment, system, or service.

(b) Prohibition.

(1) Section 889(a)(1)(A) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L. 115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2019, from procuring or obtaining, or extending or renewing a contract to procure or obtain, any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system.

The Contractor is prohibited from providing to the Government any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system, unless an exception at paragraph (c) of this clause applies or the covered telecommunication equipment or services are covered by a waiver described in FAR 4.2104.

(2) Section 889(a)(1)(B) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L. 115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2020, from entering into a contract, or extending or renewing a contract, with an entity that uses any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system, unless an exception at paragraph (c) of this clause applies or the covered telecommunication equipment or services are covered by a waiver described in FAR 4.2104.

This prohibition applies to the use of covered telecommunications equipment or services, regardless of whether that use is in performance of work under a Federal contract.

(c) Exceptions. This clause does not prohibit contractors from providing— http://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title50-section4817&num=0&edition=prelim https://www.acquisition.gov/far/4.2104#FAR_4_2104 https://www.acquisition.gov/far/4.2104#FAR_4_2104

(1) A service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or

(2) Telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles.

(d) Reporting requirement.

(1) In the event the Contractor identifies covered telecommunications equipment or services used as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system, during contract performance, or the Contractor is notified of such by a subcontractor at any tier or by any other source, the Contractor shall report the information in paragraph (d)(2) of this clause to the Contracting Officer, unless elsewhere in this contract are established procedures for reporting the information; in the case of the Department of Defense, the Contractor shall report to the website at https://dibnet.dod.mil. For indefinite delivery contracts, the Contractor shall report to the Contracting Officer for the indefinite delivery contract and the Contracting Officer(s) for any affected order or, in the case of the Department of Defense, identify both the indefinite delivery contract and any affected orders in the report provided at https://dibnet.dod.mil.

(2) The Contractor shall report the following information pursuant to paragraph (d)(1) of this clause

(i) Within one business day from the date of such identification or notification: the contract number; the order number(s), if applicable; supplier name; supplier unique entity identifier (if known); supplier Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code (if known); brand; model number (original equipment manufacturer number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number); item description; and any readily available information about mitigation actions undertaken or recommended.

(ii) Within 10 business days of submitting the information in paragraph (d)(2)(i) of this clause:

any further available information about mitigation actions undertaken or recommended. In addition, the Contractor shall describe the efforts it undertook to prevent use or submission of covered telecommunications equipment or services, and any additional efforts that will be incorporated to prevent future use or submission of covered telecommunications equipment or services.

(e) Subcontracts. The Contractor shall insert the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (e) and excluding paragraph (b)(2), in all subcontracts and other contractual instruments, including subcontracts for the acquisition of commercial products or commercial services.

(End of clause) https://dibnet.dod.mil/ https://dibnet.dod.mil/

52.213-4 TERMS AND CONDITIONS—SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITIONS (OTHER

THAN COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES)

(MARCH 2026)

a) The Contractor shall comply with the following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses that are incorporated by reference:

(1) The clauses listed below implement provisions of law or Executive order:

(i) 52.203-19, Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality

Agreements or Statements (Jan 2017) (section 743 of Division E, Title VII, of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. L. 113-235) and its successor provisions in subsequent appropriations acts (and as extended in continuing resolutions)).

(ii) 52.204-23, Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services

Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab Covered Entities (Dec 2023) (Section 1634 of Pub. L. 115-91).

(iii) 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and

Video Surveillance Services or Equipment. (Nov 2021) (Section 889(a)(1)(A) of Pub. L.

115-232).

(iv) 52.204-27, Prohibition on a ByteDance Covered Application (Jun

2023) (Section 102 of Division R of Pub. L. 117-328), unless the agency grants an exception - see paragraph (b) of 52.204-27.

(v) 52.204-30, Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act Orders—

Prohibition. (Dec 2023) (Pub. L.