19TC1025Q0003 Diplomatic Post Office (DPO) Services
Closed Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- 19TC1025Q0003
- Agency
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US Embassy Abu Dhabi
US Consulates and Embassies, Department of State
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 561431 Private Mail Centers
- Place of performance
- Abu Dhabi 4009 United Arab Emirates
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi is seeking a qualified contractor to perform Diplomatic Post Office (DPO) Services for processing mail between the embassy and Dubai International Airport. The Department of State is issuing a competitive solicitation (RFQ # 19TC1025Q0003) for a contractor to handle approximately 6,000 incoming and 400 outgoing mail bags annually, totaling around 40,000kg of diplomatic mail. Quotations must be submitted electronically to AbuDhabiContracts@state.gov by March 20, 2025, at 10:00 am UAE time, with all submissions requiring complete documentation including SF-1449, pricing details, representations and certifications, and proof of SAM registration. Potential offerors are invited to a pre-quotation conference on March 4, 2025, and can submit clarification questions by February 27, 2025. The contract will be awarded to the responsible offeror submitting the lowest-priced acceptable quote, with evaluation based on initial quotations without anticipated discussions.
The solicitation is an unrestricted competition under NAICS code 561431 for Private Mail Centers, with no specific set-aside designations. The contract structure is an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) firm-fixed-price agreement with one base year and three optional one-year extensions. The minimum contract amount covers 1,000 bags, while the maximum extends to 20,000 bags, with an estimated average of 115 bags processed weekly. The place of performance is located on Al Falah Street in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Contractors must comply with UAE legal requirements, maintain appropriate insurance, and provide a Project Manager capable of English communication. The estimated weekly mail volume and multi-year contract structure suggest a potential total contract value that would be attractive to qualified logistics and mail processing firms specializing in international diplomatic mail services.
Notice text
The U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi invites competitive quotes for a qualified contactor to perform Diplomatic Post Office Services for purchase of two properties in the United Arab Emirates for the U.S. Government. If you would like to submit a quote, carefully follow the instructions given in the solicitation package attached to this notice.
Quotes are due by March 20, at 10:00 am (UAE time). No quotations will be accepted after this time. Your quotation must be submitted electronically to AbuDhabiContracts@state.gov with subject line “Quotation Enclosed – RFQ # 19TC1025Q0005. Quotes must be in English and price must be marked in local currency (AED). Incomplete quotes will not be accepted.
Attachments:
In order for a quotation to be considered, you must also complete and submit the following:
1. SF-1449
2. Section I, Pricing
3. Section 5 Representations and Certifications
4. Additional information as required in Section 3
5. Proof of SAM Registration
Offerors shall be registered in the SAM (System for Award Management) database at https://www.sam.gov prior to submittal of their offer/proposal as prescribed under FAR 4.1102. Offerors are highly encouraged to register on www.SAM.gov immediately if they are interested in submitting a response to this requirement.
For clarifications to this RFQ, email to AbuDhabiContracts@state.gov by 5 pm on February 27, 2025.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Site Visit_Access Request Form.pdf | ||
| 19TC1025Q0003 - cover letter.pdf | ||
| 19TC1025Q0003 - DPO Solicitation.pdf | ||
| SF1449 - DPO solicitation.pdf |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| 19TC1025Q0003 Diplomatic Post Office (DPO) Services | Special Notice | |
| This notice | Solicitation |
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