JOFOC for NCh AHU 2.X replacement - AHU part

The U.S. Embassy Budapest, Department of State, has initiated a sole-source procurement under FAR 6.302-1 for the replacement of a Carrier Air Handler unit at the North Chancery in Budapest, Hungary, with an estimated contract value of $46,950. The procurement is justified on the grounds that Smartcool Kft. is the only authorized distributor of Carrier-branded equipment in Hungary, making it the sole source capable of providing a compatible unit that ensures continued warranty validity and seamless integration with existing HVAC infrastructure. The requirement is strictly for an in-kind replacement, eliminating the need for competitive bidding due to the absence of alternative suppliers that can meet the technical and warranty specifications of the original equipment. The contract is structured as a firm-fixed-price purchase order with no option periods, line-item breakdowns, or detailed pricing schedules provided. Delivery and performance are to occur exclusively at the North Chancery in Budapest, with no FOB terms or transportation logistics specified, reflecting the local sourcing strategy to minimize costs and logistical complexity. No formal contract clauses from FAR Part 52 are included, and the documentation lacks standard provisions for packaging, inspection criteria, invoicing methods, payment details, or contracting officer representative designations. The only attachment is the fully signed Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition, certified on June 3, 2026, by KRISZTIAN B. KOVÁCS, Engineer, Facilities, with no representations, certifications, or socioeconomic status disclosures provided by the vendor. The NAICS code 238220 is referenced, but no accounting classification codes, Treasury Account Symbols, or specific acceptance standards beyond manufacturer compliance are included. The procurement, posted on June 9, 2026, is not subject to competitive evaluation, and all administrative and technical requirements are centered on validating the necessity of sole-source acquisition through internal certification rather than external bid processes.