TEGUC-Feasibility Study for the design and construction of a dedicated underground medium voltage (MV) power feeder for the U. S. Embassy New Embassy Compound (NEC).
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 19H08026N0005
- Agency
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US Embassy Tegucigalpa
US Consulates and Embassies, Department of State
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 541330 Engineering Services
- Place of performance
- Tegucigalpa Francisco Morazan 11101 Honduras
- Points of contact
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- Jelsy Cabrera jelsy.cabrera@state.gov +50422369320
- Edward Ortiz tguebids@state.gov +50422369320
- Edward Ortiz tgubids@state.gov (504) 223-6320
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The U.S. Embassy in Tegucigalpa, Honduras seeks qualified Architect/Engineer firms to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study for the design and construction of a dedicated underground medium-voltage power feeder serving the U.S. Embassy New Embassy Compound, with proposals due July 13 (extended from June 26 by Amendment 0001). This is a qualifications-based selection; price proposals are not requested at this stage.
Place of performance is Tegucigalpa, Francisco Morazán, Honduras. The selected firm(s) will evaluate power supply alternatives in coordination with Empresa Nacional de Energia Electrica (ENEE), Honduras' national electric utility; assess technical, regulatory, operational, and logistical viability of the underground feeder system; evaluate ENEE's institutional capacity to support installation, operation, and maintenance of underground MV electrical infrastructure; identify and assess qualified local partners and contractors for civil works; and analyze potential overhead feeder alternatives including costs, risks, and associated advantages and limitations.
The NAICS code is 541330, Engineering Services; PSC is C211. The U.S. Government may award either a single contract for all services or multiple contracts for separate portions to the most qualified firms.
Evaluation uses seven equally-weighted criteria: (1) Professional Qualifications and Licensing, requiring a licensed electrical engineer project manager with 10+ years Honduras power systems experience, an MV systems engineer with 8+ years experience, a licensed civil/geotechnical engineer, a surveyor with GPS and total station capability, and firm registration with CIMEQH; (2) Language Proficiency in English, particularly electrical engineering and power systems terminology; (3) Relevant Experience, including 5+ years with Honduran codes and permitting, MV distribution and feeder design expertise, ENEE coordination experience, and geotechnical assessment capability; (4) Project Management and stakeholder coordination; (5) Market Knowledge of Honduran construction, contractors, permitting, and Government of Honduras regulatory requirements; (6) Deliverables and Reporting capabilities; and (7) Conflicts of Interest—the firm shall not have financial interest in any U.S. or local construction firms that may be recommended in the study. Submissions must be in PDF format, maximum 30 MB per email, sent electronically to Proctgu@state.gov using the completed Standard Form 330.
Notice text
2 versions
Update #2 · Latest ·
Amendment 0001:
The purpose of this amendment is to:
a. Extend offers due date from June 26, 2026 10:00 am (Local Time) to July 13, 2026 (Local Time).
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The United States Embassy in Honduras hereby issues this Request for Information (RFI) seeking qualified Architect/Engineer (A/E) firms to provide professional services for the preparation of a comprehensive Feasibility Study related to the design and construction of a dedicated underground medium-voltage (MV) power feeder serving the U.S. Embassy New Embassy Compound (NEC).
The selected firm(s) shall provide all labor, materials, expertise, and services necessary to evaluate power supply alternatives in coordination with the Empresa Nacional de Energía Eléctrica (ENEE), Honduras’ national electric utility. The Feasibility Study shall assess the technical, regulatory, operational, and logistical viability of the proposed underground feeder system; evaluate ENEE’s institutional capacity to support the installation, operation, and maintenance of underground MV electrical infrastructure; identify and assess qualified local partners and contractors capable of performing the required civil works; and analyze potential overhead feeder alternatives, including associated advantages, limitations, costs, and risks.
All responsible and qualified sources are invited to submit information for consideration. Based on the responses received, the U.S. Government may elect to award either a single contract encompassing all required services or multiple contracts for separate portions of the work to the most qualified firms.
Update #1 ·
The United States Embassy in Honduras hereby issues this Request for Information (RFI) seeking qualified Architect/Engineer (A/E) firms to provide professional services for the preparation of a comprehensive Feasibility Study related to the design and construction of a dedicated underground medium-voltage (MV) power feeder serving the U.S. Embassy New Embassy Compound (NEC).
The selected firm(s) shall provide all labor, materials, expertise, and services necessary to evaluate power supply alternatives in coordination with the Empresa Nacional de Energía Eléctrica (ENEE), Honduras’ national electric utility. The Feasibility Study shall assess the technical, regulatory, operational, and logistical viability of the proposed underground feeder system; evaluate ENEE’s institutional capacity to support the installation, operation, and maintenance of underground MV electrical infrastructure; identify and assess qualified local partners and contractors capable of performing the required civil works; and analyze potential overhead feeder alternatives, including associated advantages, limitations, costs, and risks.
All responsible and qualified sources are invited to submit information for consideration. Based on the responses received, the U.S. Government may elect to award either a single contract encompassing all required services or multiple contracts for separate portions of the work to the most qualified firms.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Amendment 0001.pdf | ||
| RFI 19H08026N0005_Qualifications.pdf |
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