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PR16240719: Solicitation Notice for Independence Day Event 2026
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The U.S. Embassy Abu Dhabi is soliciting proposals for a venue to host its Independence Day event on November 18, 2026. The government seeks a firm-fixed-price purchase order from an American-brand four-star hotel located within 20 kilometers of the Embassy. The facility must feature an indoor ballroom capable of accommodating a minimum guaranteed guest count of 500 and a maximum of 1,000 guests in a cocktail-style setup. The scope of work must be performed directly by the facility, with subcontracting permitted only for audio and video setup. Key requirements include the provision of high-resolution LED screens, sound and light engineering, and security equipment such as walkthrough magnetometers and an X-ray machine. The venue must undergo a pre-event explosives inspection and ensure all staff interacting with guests are screened by Embassy security. Proposals must be submitted by 10:00 am UAE Time on September 10, 2026, and must include a completed SF-1449, proof of active SAM registration with a UEI and CAGE code, and a valid Abu Dhabi commercial trade license. Award will be based on a combination of price, technical acceptability, and administrative compliance.
General Info
Contract Value
$95,051.69Place of Performance
DC, ARESet-Aside
Award Issued Date
Timeline
Submission Closed
Organization & Contact Information
Full Description
The U.S. Embassy Abu Dhabi seeks proposals for a venue to host its Independence Day event on November 18, 2026, in accordance with the scope of work outlined in this solicitation. Due to location and security constraints, the Embassy will accept proposals only from a minimum of four- star hotels that must be American brands and are located within 20 kilometers of the U.S. Embassy and have indoor ballroom capable of accommodating approximately 1,000 guests in a cocktail-style setup. The venue/facility shall accommodate a minimum guaranteed guest count of 500 and a maximum guest count of 1,000.
The scope of work required under this solicitation shall be performed directly by the facility and shall not be subcontracted or outsourced through a third party, except Audio & Video set-up. The Government will award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order.
Should you be interested, please submit a quote with your best, lowest, and final prices along with all documentation required under the RFP, via email to AbuDhabiContracts@state.gov, with a copy to JohnJM@state.gov marking the subject line "Proposal Enclosed – Solicitation No.: PR16240719.”
Proposals are due no later than 10:00 am (UAE Time) on September 10, 2026. Proposals received after this deadline will not be accepted.
Questions should be directed to AbuDhabiContracts@state.gov no later than 4pm on September 3, 2026.
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