Notice of Intent - Sole Source - Elevator Maintenance

The U.S. Embassy in Algiers has announced its intent to award a sole source, firm fixed price contract to VERTICAL SOLUTION, a company based in Algiers, Algeria, for the corrective maintenance of the chancery's elevators. This procurement falls below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold and is being executed under Federal Acquisition Regulation authorities that allow for non-competitive contracting when only one responsible source is available. VERTICAL SOLUTION is identified as the sole authorized distributor in Algeria capable of providing the required certified technicians and original equipment manufacturer parts, meeting the Department of State’s strict maintenance standards. This notice clarifies that it is not a solicitation for competitive offers, but the government will consider any responses received by May 27 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. Interested parties must direct their questions or responses by email only to the provided procurement contact, as telephone inquiries will not be accepted. The place of performance is the U.S. Embassy chancery in Algiers, and the announcement underscores the necessity of using a qualified vendor to ensure compliance with the operational requirements for elevator maintenance.