Storage space services

The Department of State is procuring storage space services for the U.S. Embassy in Wellington and U.S. Consulate in Auckland, New Zealand through Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19NZ9525Q0014. The contractor must provide storage facilities with a monthly capacity of 150 cubic meters per location, offering comprehensive warehousing services including receiving goods from transport, handling, checking and photographing items, uploading inventory, recording barcodes and storage locations, and delivering goods as needed. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit electronic quotes including SF-1449 forms, pricing information, and representations and certifications in specified file formats not exceeding 30MB. The government intends to award to the lowest-priced, acceptable, and responsible offeror, with the potential to hold discussions if necessary. The quotation deadline is August 1, 2025 at 5 PM local time, with an extended due date of July 31, 2025 noted in the solicitation notice.

This procurement operates under a no set-aside designation, making it open to all qualified contractors regardless of small business status. The contract structure includes a one-year base period with an option to renew for an additional year, providing storage services specifically for household furniture and general household items. Key operational requirements include storage in wooden home packs or 20-foot containers within a dedicated facility located within 20 kilometers of Thorndon, Wellington, with CCTV monitoring and access control security measures. The contractor must maintain complete inventory management using government-provided barcodes and accommodate variable movement volumes, particularly during New Zealand's winter turnover season. Performance will occur in Wellington, New Zealand, with additional services required in Auckland, and the government reserves the right to conduct random audits up to twice per year.