Notice of Intent - RFQ - 19ZA6026Q0003 - Chancery Elevators Repair

The U.S. Embassy Lusaka, under the Department of State, has issued a Notice of Intent to pursue a sole source procurement for repair services on the Chancery Elevators located in Lusaka, Zambia, using solicitation number 19ZA6026Q0003. This action is justified under 41 USC 253(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1 due to the proprietary nature of the elevator system, which was custom-designed and installed by OTIS Elevators, making their authorized installers the only sources capable of performing the required repairs, maintenance, and integration with their proprietary hardware and software. The notice is not a formal request for proposals, but all responsible sources are invited to submit capability statements, proposals, or quotations by July 2, 2026, to allow for consideration should any alternative solutions emerge. The work must be performed on-site in Lusaka, Zambia, with no set-aside provisions applied, and the NAICS code 238290 indicates classification under other building completion contractors. Although detailed pricing, delivery schedules, performance timelines, inspection criteria, or administrative instructions are not included in the notice, the sole source justification explicitly mandates that only an authorized OTIS installer can execute the repair works. Contracting officer Joshua Yates at the U.S. Embassy Lusaka is the primary point of contact for inquiries, with secondary support provided by Brian Kalunga. The posting date for this notice is June 18, 2026, and all submissions must be received by the stated deadline to be considered, despite the non-competitive nature of the procurement.