PR15783369 - Notice of Intent to Sole Source for fire safety system installation

The Department of State has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source (PR15783369) for fire safety system installation services at the U.S. Mission in Geneva, Switzerland. The notice indicates the agency's intention to award a sole source contract to CC Sanitaire for this specialized work. The project involves comprehensive fire hydrant system installation at the Mission facility located at Route de Pregny 11, 1292 Pregny-Chambesy, Geneva. This procurement was necessitated by requirements from the local fire safety service and specific needs for automatic voltage regulation equipment at the chancery. The notice was posted on January 20, 2026, allowing the public to review the agency's justification for using sole source procurement procedures rather than open competition.

The primary objective is to install a secondary fire hydrant system that meets local Geneva fire safety regulations and the Mission's operational requirements. Interested parties have until February 3, 2026, to submit comments or protest the sole source determination. The scope of work encompasses installation of a fire hydrant valve at the garage entrance, relocation of existing fire safety equipment, modification of the main water supply line with installation of a fire department valve, installation of new piping, interior and exterior valve connections, bypass valve installation, and coordination with local utility provider SIG for water commissioning and testing. The project requires specialized materials including cast iron valves, Storz connections, stainless steel piping, and associated hardware. While this is a sole source procurement, the notice provides transparency regarding the contract award intent and allows for public input during the designated comment period.