Guatemala - Tourism Operator Logistics Services

The U.S. Embassy in Guatemala seeks a qualified tourism and logistics operator to provide integrated ground transportation, meal, and lodging services supporting Public Diplomacy field visits throughout Guatemala, with quotations due August 28 (extended from August 24).

Place of performance is Guatemala. The contractor must supply two exclusively dedicated professional drivers with minimum ten years of experience and two vehicles—one all-terrain vehicle for up to three travelers and one microbus for up to six travelers, both no more than six years old with functioning air conditioning. Transportation services include roundtrip departures from Guatemala City at 5:00 a.m., no travel after 6:30 p.m., and driver rest requirements of thirty minutes per four hours of continuous driving with maximum nine-hour driving days. Meal services must include three daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) for up to six travelers; breakfasts reflecting traditional Guatemalan style and lunch/dinner including appetizers, minimum six-ounce protein portions, two side dishes, desserts, and natural beverages. Lodging must be at two or three-star INGUAT-rated hotels with single-occupancy rooms, private bathrooms with hot water, and specified hygiene standards.

The contract is firm-fixed price for one year, with estimated ten trips over twelve months that may increase based on programmatic needs. Pricing is submitted in the contractor's invoicing currency and must include all direct and indirect costs; value added tax is priced separately as a line item. Award will be made to the lowest priced, acceptable, responsible offeror. Offerors must be registered in SAM with valid UEI numbers, provide proof of local business authorization, demonstrate five years of relevant client experience with references, and submit insurance certificates. The NAICS code is 561520, Tour Operators. FAR 52.229-12 (Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements) applies.