Local Guard Force U.S. Mission Wellington, New Zealand

The U.S. Department of State is seeking qualified contractors to provide local guard services at its mission in Wellington, New Zealand, and its consulate in Auckland. The contract aims to establish a secure environment to safeguard personnel, dependents, property, and assets, while preventing unauthorized access and potential terrorist threats. The contract is structured for an initial period of one year, with four additional one-year options, which the government may exercise at its discretion. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and, if applicable, as a joint venture with a valid Unique Entity ID. Preference will be given to U.S. persons or U.S. joint ventures, and awards will be made based on the best technically acceptable proposal at the lowest evaluated price. Proposals must be submitted electronically to the designated contracting officer by November 20, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, with late submissions rejected. Questions regarding the solicitation are due by October 22, 2025, and an upcoming amendment is anticipated to extend the question and proposal deadlines due to a lapse in appropriations. The solicitation emphasizes strict adherence to submission procedures, with no acceptance of paper copies or phone inquiries. The contract is classified under NAICS code 561612, and the procurement process involves detailed instructions, evaluation criteria, and references to federal acquisition regulations, ensuring transparency and competitiveness in awarding the contract for security services at the U.S. Mission in New Zealand.