ADA/ABA Accessible Bathroom Renovation

The contract involves the renovation of an existing bathroom at the U.S. Embassy in Madrid to achieve full ADA/ABA accessibility compliance within the current footprint, incorporating life-safety enhancements and durable, high-quality finishes. The work includes comprehensive demolition of existing fixtures, flooring, walls, ceilings, and mechanical systems; new masonry construction using specified materials and standards such as UNE-EN 998-2:2012 and CTE DB-SE-F; relocation of fire system strobe devices; and installation of new plumbing, electrical, and fixtures conforming to the 2024 OBO Design Standards and EU CE marking requirements. All materials must be new, and workmanship must be of skilled, high quality. The project has a strict performance schedule—work must begin within 10 calendar days of notice to proceed and be completed within 30 calendar days, with an estimated total duration of 3–5 weeks. The contractor is required to submit a detailed performance schedule in bar chart format with Critical Path Method (CPM) information, along with product data, shop drawings, and physical samples for approval. The contract is a firm fixed-price type, with no option quantities, and requires inclusion of VAT as a separate line item, though the U.S. Embassy will seek VAT exemption from Spanish authorities; if granted, invoices must be issued without VAT. The solicitation is evaluated on a lowest priced technically acceptable (LPTA) basis, with mandatory pass/fail gates for acceptability, responsibility, bonding and licensing in Spain, and SAM registration prior to award. Offerors must prove they possess all permits and licenses to operate legally in Spain, maintain a permanent business address and telephone listing in the country, and be bonded at 50% of the contract value, with the performance security later reducing to 10% after final acceptance and remaining in force for one year. Contractors must also provide proof of insurance under FAR 52.228-5, designate an English-speaking supervisor on-site at all times, and ensure all subcontractors are properly licensed. All personnel require government security screening and badge issuance for site access. Invoices must be submitted monthly via email to MadridFMO.facturas@state.gov, referencing the purchase order number and VAT exemption certificate, and comply with 5 CFR part 1315.9(b), with payment processing extended to 30 days under FAR 52.232-27. Final acceptance requires certification that all systems are