FAC- BPA for Makeready Residence Painting Work.

The U.S. Embassy Kathmandu, under the Department of State, is seeking comprehensive interior painting, epoxy coating, Chapra wood polishing, and tile flooring services for multiple leased residences in Kathmandu, Nepal, through a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) issued under solicitation number 19NP4026Q0026. The requirement is classified under NAICS code 238320 for Painting and Wall Covering Contractors and is unrestricted, with all proposals due by July 27, 2026, at 17:00 local time. Offerors must submit proposals electronically to KTMContracts@state.gov, ensuring compliance with strict formatting guidelines, including file size limits of 30MB and mandatory use of English. Proposals must include a fully completed SF-1449 form with specified blocks, pricing details, SAM registration proof, and all required representations and certifications. A site visit is scheduled for July 13, 2026, and attendance requires prior coordination with Bidhya Gyawali. The contract will have a one-year performance period from the award date, with task orders executable between August 2026 and July 2027, and no extensions or options are available. The work must adhere to precise technical standards, including the application of low-VOC, lead-free semi-gloss white paint on interior walls, enamel paint on metal fixtures, and specialized treatments for epoxy, Chapra wood, and tile surfaces, all delivered with smooth, defect-free finishes. Contractors must provide material safety data sheets, detailed working methodologies, and full bio data for all personnel. Compliance with stringent federal regulations is mandatory, including FAR clauses on whistleblower rights, identity verification, prohibited telecommunications and software vendors (including Kaspersky and ByteDance), child labor, service contract labor standards, and combating trafficking in persons. All personnel must adhere to safety protocols requiring PPE such as hard hats and eye protection. The Contracting Officer’s Representative, identified as the Mechanical Engineer, will oversee quality assurance, accept work only upon inspection, and document customer complaints, with performance thresholds allowing no more than one complaint per month. Payment is firm-fixed-price, subject to VAT listed separately, and processed by the Financial Management Officer in Kathmandu. Offerors must be registered in SAM, provide CAGE codes, and carry Defense Base Act insurance. Proposals failing compliance with any mandatory requirement, including submission to incorrect email addresses, will be disqualified. Award will