Request for Quotations - Arabic language classes
Closed Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- 19J01026Q0007
- Agency
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Department of State
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 611630 Language Schools
- PSC
- U001 Education/Training- Lectures
- Place of performance
- Amman Al 'Asimah Jordan
- Points of contact
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- Jeff K. Blythe ammanrfq@state.gov +96265906604
- Saif Abu Mahfoud ammanrfqquestions@state.gov +96265906073
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of State is soliciting quotations for Arabic language classes to support the U.S. Embassy in Amman, Jordan through Request for Quotation (RFQ) 19J01026Q0007. The procurement seeks comprehensive Arabic language instruction services including all instructional materials, qualified instructors, classroom facilities, and student progress documentation. Contractors must demonstrate established business operations in Jordan or commit to establishing an office within 30 days of contract award, and must obtain all necessary local licenses and permits. The government will evaluate quotations using lowest-price technically acceptable (LPTA) criteria, awarding to the responsible company submitting a technically acceptable quotation at the lowest price, potentially without discussions unless companies fall within the competitive range. Critical deadlines include April 15, 2026 at 3:00 PM Amman Time for submission of questions, with answers posted within three business days, and April 29, 2026 at 4:30 PM Amman Time (GMT+3) for quotation submission via email to AmmanRFQ@state.gov. All quotation packages must include the Standard Form 1449 with pricing in Jordanian Dinars, proof of active System for Award Management (SAM) registration, representations and certifications, and evidence of capability to deliver both online and on-site classes.
This solicitation carries no small business set-aside designation and represents an unrestricted acquisition. The contract structure is a fixed-price indefinite-quantity/indefinite-delivery (IDIQ) arrangement with a base year and two option years, plus a six-month extension option. Classes are limited to a minimum of two and maximum of five students per one-hour session, conducted Sunday through Thursday between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., with the contract minimum of 50 hours and maximum of 3,500 hours per year. Performance requirements include achieving specific proficiency levels measured through standardized testing, maintaining student counseling and documentation, and demonstrating quality standards with no more than one valid customer complaint per month. The place of performance is Amman, Jordan, with classroom space required within five kilometers of the U.S. Embassy, and all pricing must be submitted in Jordanian Dinars with no Value Added Tax applicable due to the embassy's tax exemption status.
Notice text
Enclosed is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for shall provide Arabic language classes to the U.S. Embassy Amman. If you would like to submit quotation, follow the instructions in Section 3 of the solicitation, complete the required portions of the attached document, and submit it to the address shown on the Standard Form 1449 (Box 8) that follows this letter.
Quotations are due by April 29, 2026 at 16:30 PM (Amman Time GMT+3). Quotations MUST be submitted by email to AmmanRFQ@state.gov. Offers sent to any other address or addressed to specific individuals will NOT be considered.
Offers MUST be in the following format to be considered acceptable:
- Email subject line to include [Company/Offeror Name] and RFQ 19J01026Q0007.
- Attach all documents to the e-mail (Microsoft Word or PDF). We will not accept offers that include links, unsolicited offers, or hard copies.
- Offers submitted after the deadline or to the incorrect email address will not be considered.
In addition to the Technical Proposal, offers must include the following for the package to be considered complete:
- SF-1449
- Section I Pricing;
- Section 5, Representations and Certifications;
- Additional information as required in Section 3.
- Proof of Active SAM Registration
The U.S. Government intends to award a contract/purchase order to the responsible company submitting a technically acceptable quotation at the lowest price. We intend to award a contract/purchase order based on initial quotations, without holding discussions, although we may hold discussions with companies in the competitive range if there is need to do so.
Notwithstanding FAR 4.203-1(b)(5)(ii), I have determined that it is in the best interest to the Government that offerors be registered in the SAM (System for Award Management) database found at https://www.sam.gov prior to submittal of their proposal. Failure to have an active account in SAM at time of proposal submission shall deem the offeror’s proposal to be considered non-responsive to the solicitation instructions and requirements and no further consideration shall be given. Therefore, offerors are highly encouraged to register immediately if they are interested in submitting a response to this requirement.
For any enquiries/questions please email: AmmanRFQQuestions@state.gov no later than April 15, 2026 at 15:00 P.M. (Amman Time GMT+3). Answers will follow after a maximum of three business days and will be posted on the Embassy website.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Cover Letter Signed.pdf | ||
| Post Language Program (PLP)_19J01026Q0007.pdf | ||
| SF 1449.pdf |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Request for Quotations - Arabic language classes | Award Notice | |
| This notice | Solicitation |
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