Local Guard Services - U. S. Embassy in Zambia

The Department of State is seeking a contractor to provide local guard services at the U.S. Embassy in Lusaka, Zambia. The contractor will be responsible for providing an organizational structure, management, and qualified staff to maintain security and prevent loss, injury, or unauthorized access to U.S. personnel and property. The contract will have a one year base period and four one-year options and require that all contractor personnel receive background investigations by both the contractor and U.S. government. Interested parties must register in SAM.gov and direct any questions to the point of contact by January 24, 2024, when proposals will be due and evaluated based on technical acceptability and lowest price.

There is no set-aside designated for this procurement. The primary NAICS code is 561612 and PSC code is S206. The incumbent contractor is unspecified. The contract value was not disclosed but services are required through January 2029. Local guards will be provided in quantities necessary to meet the performance work statement requirements. Preference will be given to offers from U.S. persons or joint ventures as permitted under 22 U.S.C. 4864.