HSI Office Renovation Project

The U.S. Embassy in Bogotá, Colombia, is seeking a contractor to renovate the HSI Space within the embassy compound to support organizational growth, with work encompassing architectural, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection systems. The scope includes installing new drywall and glass partitions, replacing ceiling tiles, carpet, and baseboards, adding new doors and hardware, upgrading the HVAC system to integrate with existing infrastructure, installing interior lighting fixtures and electrical power outlets connected to the existing panels, and extending the fire protection system to ensure full compliance. The project is a firm fixed-price construction contract with an estimated start in September 2026, followed by a 50-working-day performance period beginning within 10 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed. All work must be performed on-site at the embassy compound located at Carrera 45 #24B-27, Bogotá, and must comply with NFPA 70, RETIE, NFPA 72, OSHA, and other local and international safety and technical standards. The contract will be awarded on a lowest price technically acceptable basis, with no trade-offs considered beyond minimum technical acceptability and responsibility under FAR 9.1. Offerors must be registered in SAM with a valid UEI and CAGE code, and must comply with all applicable clauses including whistleblower protections, contractor employee rights, prohibition on covered telecommunications equipment, and prompt payment terms. Submissions must be sent via email to BogotaGSOCompras@state.gov by the deadline of August 20, 2026, and must include a two-volume technical proposal containing an executive summary, project management plan, technical approach, schedule, quality and safety plans, subcontracting details, and past performance records. Attachment requirements include floor plans, electrical specifications, reference quantities, photos, a detailed price breakdown, and an NDAA certification. Key requirements include English-speaking supervision on-site at all times, submission of Colombian judicial background checks for all personnel, completion of non-disclosure agreements, and strict adherence to embassy security protocols prohibiting photography, weapon possession, and alcohol use. Material and equipment must meet manufacturer specifications and be clearly labeled with brand, model, and OEM numbers, while construction waste must be recycled and low-VOC paints specified. Invoices must be submitted electronically through the Embassy’s vendor portal, and contractual disputes will be governed by FAR 52.233-1 Alternate I. The contractor is responsible for all logistics, site access, and compliance with environmental, safety