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This Pre-Solicitation opportunity from Department Of State was posted on May 28, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Power Plant and Electrical Distribution System Upgrades at the U.S. Consulate General in Kolkata, India

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19GE5026R0088Federal

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The Regional Procurement Support Office in Frankfurt plans to issue a Firm Fixed-Price Construction contract in the third quarter of 2026 for upgrades to the power plant and electrical distribution system at the U.S. Consulate General in Kolkata, India. The project includes replacing four existing generators, upgrading outdated switchgear, implementing flood mitigation around the utility building, and bringing the power and electrical systems up to current code standards to support the consulate’s ongoing operations. The estimated contract value ranges between $5 million and $7 million. This procurement is limited to American-owned firms and foreign firms from countries offering reciprocal access to U.S. companies, with a 10% price evaluation preference available for qualifying American-owned firms if at least two submit responsive offers. Interested companies must submit a letter of interest by June 14, 2026, including detailed contact and company information, and meet specific compliance requirements such as licensing and authorization to operate within India. The successful contractor will also be required to provide irrevocable letters of credit totaling 40% of the contract value. The solicitation documents will not be posted publicly but will be provided only to firms that submit the required application and demonstrate the ability to comply with the outlined conditions. The contract and solicitation are governed by U.S. laws and regulations and will be awarded through full and open competition.

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Firm fixed-price contract for Kolkata power upgrades, $5-7M, U.S./reciprocal firms only, bids due June 2026.

Agency

Department Of State → Acquisitions - Rpso Frankfurt

NAICS

238210 - Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation ContractorsView NAICS

Place of Performance

Kolkata, DC, IND

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AgencyDepartment Of State → Acquisitions - Rpso Frankfurt
Contacts2 people available
OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA
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Department Of State → Acquisitions - Rpso Frankfurt
Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA
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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.