Construct reinforced timber structures (security guard towers)

The Department of State seeks construction of reinforced concrete security guard towers at the U.S. Embassy in Monrovia, Liberia, with proposals due September 15, 2026 at 4:00 PM local time. No set-aside applies.

Place of performance is Monrovia, Liberia at the Old Embassy Compound. The scope requires demolition of three existing timber guard towers (each 9.28 ft × 9.28 ft), debris disposal, and construction of three reinforced concrete frame structures with decking and wooden panel partitions, windows, and doors finishing (replacement structures approximately 6.67 ft × 6.67 ft with height of 19.42 ft). New construction must meet ACI 318-14 standards with 25 MPa compressive strength for columns and beams. Work must commence within 15 calendar days of award and complete within 90 calendar days.

The estimated contract value ranges between $25,000 and $100,000, with firm fixed pricing required. A mandatory performance and payment bond equal to 50 percent of contract price is required, reduced to 10 percent after final acceptance and maintained for one year. General liability insurance of $10,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and $5,000 per occurrence for property damage, and Defense Base Act insurance are mandatory.

Contractors must attend a mandatory site visit on September 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM (maximum two attendees); submit SF-1442, price breakdown by milestone, technical proposal with construction methodology and schedule, SAM registration proof, insurance evidence, and local business registration or a plan to establish business in Liberia within 30 days; and hold Ministry of Public Works certification for commercial construction. Award goes to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable, and responsible offeror based on initial proposals without discussions unless necessary. Quotations must be submitted electronically in MS-Word, MS-Excel, or PDF format (maximum 30 MB) to monroviabids@state.gov. NAICS code is 23 (Construction); PSC is Y1NZ (Construction Of Other Utilities).