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Power Plant and Electrical Distribution System Upgrades at the U.S. Consulate General in Kolkata, India
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The U.S. Department of State, through the Regional Procurement Support Office in Frankfurt, is preparing to issue a Firm Fixed-Price Construction contract in the third quarter of 2026 for critical upgrades to the Power Plant and Electrical Distribution System at the U.S. Consulate General in Kolkata, India. The project involves replacing all four existing generators, upgrading obsolete switchgears, implementing flood mitigation measures around the utility building, and bringing the entire electrical infrastructure up to current code standards to ensure uninterrupted operations. The estimated contract value ranges between five and seven million U.S. dollars. Only American-owned firms or firms from countries that offer reciprocal access to U.S. companies for similar diplomatic construction projects are eligible to compete, with qualifying U.S.-owned firms receiving a ten percent price evaluation preference if at least two such firms submit responsive proposals. Interested parties must express their interest by submitting a written letter no later than June 14, 2026, at 15:00 CEST to the designated email addresses, including detailed firm information and contact details. Solicitation documents will not be publicly posted on SAM.gov and will only be released to firms that complete and submit the Application for Solicitation Documentation Checklist, which requires proof of ability to operate legally in India, including a clear plan for obtaining necessary licenses, addressing visa and entry requirements, and demonstrating familiarity with local regulatory conditions. The successful contractor must provide Irrevocable Letters of Credit equal to 40 percent of the contract value and must be registered in the System for Award Management by the time of award. Failure to supply all required documentation will result in automatic disqualification from the competition. The procurement is conducted under full and open competition in accordance with U.S. laws and regulations, with all contract performance subject to the Foreign Service Buildings Act of 1926 and related provisions.
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The Regional Procurement Support Office, Frankfurt provides the following Pre-Solicitation Notice regarding the issuance of a Request for Proposal (RFP) for:
Power Plant and Electrical Distribution System Upgrades at the U.S. Consulate General in Kolkata, India
The Regional Procurement Support Office in Frankfurt, Germany, intends to issue a Firm Fixed-Price Construction type contract during the third quarter of calendar year 2026.
The successful contractor shall provide construction services, contract coordination, and supervision, including but not limited to the management and construction necessary to meet the requirements of the contract within the established timeframe.
The United States Government Department of State (DOS), Bureau of Overseas Building Operations (OBO) requires Power Plant and Electrical Distribution System Upgrades at the U.S. Consulate General in Kolkata, India.
The project will selectively improve the electrical backup power system by replacing all four existing generators, upgrading outdated switchgears, implementing flood mitigation measures around the existing utility building, and upgrading the Power Plant and Electrical Distribution System to current code requirements to support the continued operations of the existing U.S. Consulate General compound.
The magnitude of this project is anticipated to be between $5.000.000,00 and $7.000.000,00.
Pursuant to the Foreign Service Buildings Act of 1926, as amended (22 U.S.C. 302), competition is limited to American-owned firms and firms from countries that grant substantially equal access to American companies for comparable diplomatic and consular construction projects. The definition of “American-owned firm” is set forth in DOSAR provision 636.236-71, which will be included in the forthcoming solicitation. In accordance with DOSAR 636.104-70(c), qualifying American-owned firms will receive a ten percent price evaluation preference, provided that two or more such firms submit responsive offers.
Companies interested in the solicitation should express their interest by written correspondence, no later than June 14, 2026, 15:00 CEST at the following email addresses baltaa@state.gov and MUST include the following information: Name of Firm, Name, Telephone, Email Address of Point of Contact and Complete Physical and Mailing Address of Firm. Please do not telephone.
Firms shall be knowledgeable in written and spoken English.
The solicitation package/documents shall not be placed on SAM.gov. Only companies submitting a letter of interest and complete “Application for Solicitation Document” check list attached hereto may receive a copy of the solicitation package/documents when available.
APPLICATION FOR SOLICITATION DOCUMENTATION CHECK LIST
In applying for the solicitation material, you are acknowledging that your company can reach compliance with the following highlighted requirements included in the solicitation.
In accordance with DOSAR 652.242-73 AUTHORIZATION AND PERFORMANCE (AUG 1999), it will be necessary for your organization to possess authorization to operate and do business in the country in which this contract will be performed. Contractors shall be required to provide:
a. A thorough description as to what steps you have taken to investigate all requirements to obtain authorization to perform in the given country,
b. Details of your findings and a description of what your organization will be required to undertake to obtain licensing, and
c. Specific information concerning the period of time you anticipate it will take to obtain appropriate authorization.
You will be required to provide information that clearly shows you are able to perform work in India. Any entry or work visa issues requirements must be clearly discussed with a plan to mitigate any risk clearly identified.
Irrevocable Letters of Credit (ILOC): The successful contractor will be required to provide the government with surety in the form of Irrevocable Letters of Credits totaling 40% of the value of the contract.
If you have been SAM* registered, please include below. Please note that the requirement to be SAM registered, will be a mandatory requirement upon contract award.
UEI number: _______________________ SAM Registered: ( ) Yes ( ) No
* System for Award Management: https://sam.gov
The failure to provide the above documentation when submitting your proposal may result in your proposal being found technically unacceptable and removed from the competition without further discussions.
Solicitation and award will be subject to the laws and regulations of the United States of America. This requirement is being competed utilizing full and open competition procedures.
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