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This Solicitation opportunity from Department Of State was posted on April 17, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

IDR 2026 - Catering Services

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19AR2026Q0011Federal

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The Embassy of the United States in Buenos Aires is preparing to issue a solicitation for catering services under a firm fixed price contract, identified as IDR 2026 - Catering Services (Solicitation Number 19AR2026Q0011). Although the solicitation is not yet available, it will be released on SAM.gov, and all responsible sources are invited to submit quotations. The contract performance will take place in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with no set-aside restrictions applied. Prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) before submitting offers, in compliance with federal regulations. The Government may award the contract based on initial submissions without conducting discussions, emphasizing the importance of submitting well-prepared quotations. A pre-quotation conference is planned to provide additional information, with the exact date to be included in the solicitation notice. Offers must be submitted electronically by April 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM, with an email size limit of 30 MB per message. Point of contact for this opportunity includes Timothy Dougherty and Zeny Montoya, who can provide further assistance through the designated embassy procurement email.

General Info

US Embassy Buenos Aires issues firm fixed price catering contract, bids due April 8, 2026.

Agency

Department Of State → US Embassy Buenos AiresView Agency

Contract Value

$132,966.9

NAICS

72231

Place of Performance

BUENOS AIRES, AR-C, ARG

Set-Aside

NONE

Awardee

MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEESView Profile

Award Issued Date

Documents

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RFQ 19AR2026Q0011 Catering Services for Independence Day Reception

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Q&A for Solicitation 19AR2026Q0011 Catering Services

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PhaseClosed
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AgencyDepartment Of State → US Embassy Buenos Aires
Contacts2 people available
OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA
Organization / Agency
Department Of State → US Embassy Buenos Aires
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Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA
Contacts
Timothy Dougherty

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The requirement is for event catering services. All responsible sources may submit a quotation, which will be considered.


The Government may award the contract based on the initial offer without discussion. The resultant contract will be a firm fixed price type contract.



All contractors must be registered in the SAM (System for Award Management) Database https://www.sam.gov prior to submitting an offer pursuant to FAR provision 52.204-7. Therefore, prospective offerors are encouraged to register prior to the submittal of quotations/proposals.


Electronic Submission/Responses:
This opportunity allows for electronic responses. Please submit your offer prior to the response date and time. Please ensure your email with your offer does not exceed (30 MB), if it does then you might have to send more than one email.


PLACE OF CONTRACT PERFORMANCE: Buenos Aires, Argentina

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