BID/ BUILD REFURBISHMENT OF COURTROOMS FOR THE NATIONAT COURT OF JUSTICE U.S EMBASSY QUITO, ECUADOR

The Department of State, through the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement and the Regional Procurement Support Office in Frankfurt, is seeking proposals for a firm fixed-price build construction project to refurbish courtrooms at the National Court of Justice in Quito, Ecuador. With an estimated value between $500,000 and $800,000, the scope of work includes the design, management, and construction of two criminal hearing rooms, two witness rooms, one press room, two deliberation rooms, eight restrooms, and an audio-video control room on the building's mezzanine floor. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and transportation to ensure all facilities are fully operational. Due to the presence of sensitive information, the full solicitation package will not be posted on SAM.gov and is available only to qualified firms that submit a letter of interest and a completed application checklist by January 16, 2026. Mandatory eligibility requirements include active registration in the System for Award Management with a Unique Entity Identifier, proof of English proficiency, and legal authorization to operate in Ecuador. Additionally, successful offerors must provide a visa risk mitigation plan and an Irrevocable Letter of Credit totaling 40 percent of the contract value. All work will be performed on-site in Quito, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the place of performance.