Contracting for make ready and painting services

The U.S. Embassy in Bujumbura is seeking contractors for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to provide painting and related make ready services through the Department of State. This solicitation allows for multiple awards to be made from the procurement process, indicating the government's intention to establish a pool of qualified contractors for ongoing painting needs. Contractors must complete certification requirements including compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws per Executive Order 14173 and telecommunications equipment disclosures under the National Defense Authorization Act provisions. The solicitation requires vendors to certify they do not operate diversity, equity, and inclusion programs that violate federal anti-discrimination laws and to disclose any use of covered telecommunications equipment or services. The due date for proposal submissions is July 5, 2025, with the solicitation having been posted on July 24, 2025.

This procurement does not utilize any set-aside designations, making it open to all qualified contractors regardless of business size or socioeconomic status. The contract work will be performed in Bujumbura, Burundi, reflecting the international nature of this Department of State requirement. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are identified in the solicitation documentation. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 23 for Construction and PSC code W080 for lease or rental of equipment related to brushes, paints, sealers, and adhesives. No specific contract values, budget ranges, or detailed timelines for service delivery are provided in the available documentation, though the IDIQ structure suggests ongoing, as-needed services will be required throughout the contract period.