Renovation and repairs at U. S. Government property- 43/2/20

The Department of State seeks renovation and repairs at U.S. Government property 43/2/20 located at the Embassy of the United States in Lilongwe, Malawi, with quotations due August 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM local time. This is a Request for Quotes (RFQ) with no set-aside, issued as RFQ PR16084666 on July 21, 2026.

The anticipated price range is $25,000 to $60,000 under a firm fixed price contract. Work includes comprehensive bathroom renovations (Master Bath, Hallway/Common Bathroom, Powder Room, Guest Wing Bathroom, and Guest Room Bath) with associated plumbing; guest wing kitchenette cabinet replacement with associated plumbing and pipework; main kitchen water heater and piping replacement; laundry area improvements; and wardrobe door replacement in bedrooms 1 and 2. The contractor must supply and install specified plumbing fixtures (Cobra brand mixers, Betta brand toilets, Kwikot water heaters), replace galvanized pipes with PPR Class 20 pipes, and coordinate tile work supplied by the Embassy. All materials must be new and approved by the Contracting Officer's Representative before installation.

The total period of performance is 60 calendar days from award: 10 days for pre-construction submittals, 30 days for main construction, and 5 days for final cleanup. The contractor must provide performance bonds or alternative security, a comprehensive safety plan addressing high-risk activities, quality assurance documentation, and monthly progress reports. Warranty coverage extends one year from final acceptance. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 28, 2026 at 9:30 AM; expressions of interest in the site visit must be submitted by July 24, 2026. Award will go to the highest technically rated offeror with fair and reasonable pricing, potentially without discussions. The NAICS code is 236118 (Residential Remodelers); PSC is Z2FA (Repair Or Alteration Of Family Housing Facilities). The contracting officer is Adam J Gaskins, Acting General Services Officer; quotations are to be submitted electronically to LilongweGSOProcurement@state.gov.