RFQ for New Drop Arm Barrier Fabrication and Installation for the U. S. Embassy Ankara, Türkiye

The U.S. Embassy in Ankara, Turkey is soliciting proposals for the fabrication and installation of a new drop arm barrier system to replace an existing wedge barrier at one of their residential facilities. This project requires a contractor to provide a 6.5-meter manual and hydraulic drop arm barrier that will fit between two existing fixed bollards, including removal of the current barrier system. Prospective bidders must submit comprehensive technical proposals containing detailed system descriptions, fabrication drawings, material specifications, installation methodology, and functional testing procedures. The evaluation will be based on technical proposals that demonstrate compliance with embassy security standards and safety regulations. A mandatory pre-proposal conference and site visit is scheduled for August 29, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., with security clearance required by August 28, 2025. Questions must be submitted in writing by September 3, 2025, at 3:00 p.m., and final proposals are due September 8, 2025, by 3:00 p.m.

This solicitation does not include any set-aside designations and no incumbent contractor information was provided in the documentation. The anticipated contract value is under $100,000, with performance and payment bonds required at 20% of the final contract price. The performance period is established at 21 calendar days from notice to proceed, not to exceed 30 days total, with work required to begin within 10 days of contract award. The work will be performed at the U.S. Embassy residential facility located in İşçi Blokları, Çankaya district of Ankara, Turkey. Contractors must maintain a business presence in Turkey and provide evidence of SAM registration, financial statements, insurance documentation, and past performance records as part of their proposal submission.