Response to Queries_19NP4026Q0028_Pest control services

The U.S. Embassy Kathmandu, under the Department of State, is seeking contractors to provide pest control services for its properties located at 2976 Narayan Gopal Marg, Brahma Cottage, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal. The solicitation, numbered 19NP4026Q0028, is classified under NAICS code 56171 and is not subject to any set-aside provisions. The requirement calls for the contractor to supply all necessary personnel, including managerial and direct labor staff, along with transportation, tools, equipment, and supplies to perform comprehensive pest management at the embassy compounds. The contract will be awarded on a firm fixed price basis, with the government reserving the right to award without discussions based on the initial offer. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award, as mandated by FAR 52.204-7, and are encouraged to complete registration before submitting proposals. Proposals must be submitted electronically to KTMContracts@state.gov in Microsoft Word 2007/2010, Excel 2007/2010, or Adobe PDF format, with each file not exceeding 20MB; larger submissions must be split across multiple emails. The submission window closed on June 25, 2026, and the point of contact for inquiries is Albina Collingham, with secondary support from Sanju Gurung. The performance location is exclusively in Kathmandu, Nepal, and while the period of performance and deliverables schedule are not yet defined, the contractor is expected to ensure continuous compliance with health and safety standards for U.S. diplomatic facilities. No detailed evaluation factors, inspection criteria, or special requirements such as bonding or insurance were provided in the pre-solicitation notice, which indicates the solicitation is a preliminary announcement and not yet an active RFQ or RFP.