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Proposals for the Fabricate Supply, and Installation of Stainless-Steel Cabinetries & Shelving’s
Contract Overview
Solicitation details, issuing organization, response deadlines, documents, and interested companies for this government contract opportunity.
AI Contract Overview
The solicitation issued by the U.S. Embassy in Colombo, Sri Lanka, solicits proposals for the fabrication, supply, and installation of heavy-duty stainless steel cabinetry and shelving systems specifically designed for clubhouse use. The specifications demand high-quality AISI 304 food-grade stainless steel with a No.4 satin finish, incorporating CNC cutting, full TIG welding, smooth grinding, and passivated surfaces with safety-edged hemmed or radiused edges. The cabinetry includes under-counter sliding-door units, hinged-door wall and counter units, open shelving, and integrated industrial worktops with a minimum thickness of 1.5 mm, reinforced cores, integral backsplashes, and sealed hygienic joints. Hardware must be premium US/EU sourced, featuring soft-close hinges rated for over 80,000 cycles, heavy-duty slides, magnetic locks, and anti-cut handles. Installation requirements call for secure floor and wall anchoring, concealed supports, leveling systems, and sealed integration to ensure compliance with hygiene, corrosion resistance, and heavy commercial use standards. Key contract provisions emphasize local execution and support, mandating that the contractor possesses an established local presence in Sri Lanka, whether via a registered company, joint venture, or authorized local representative, with proof of local office or technical facility. The contractor must provide qualified on-site supervision throughout the project and mobilize personnel, equipment, and materials within a strict 5 to 10 calendar-day window following the notice to proceed. Technical response time for site coordination and issue resolution is required within 24 to 48 hours, with emergency support availability in Sri Lanka. The contractor assumes full responsibility for all travel, accommodation, transport, customs clearance, and related logistics, with no costs borne by the Embassy. Offerors are strongly encouraged or required to attend a mandatory pre-proposal conference and site visit to obtain drawings and demonstrate familiarity with site conditions, failing which may lead to technical non-responsiveness. The contract includes a two-year full replacement warranty covering materials and workmanship with final payment contingent on submission of a written warranty certificate and maintenance of local warranty support capability to ensure prompt after-sales service without reliance on extended international shipping. The procurement will be awarded on a lowest-price, technically acceptable basis to a responsible contractor who meets all technical and administrative criteria. Submissions must include both a quotation and technical proposal, with prices quoted duty-free and VAT-exempt. Drawings will be distributed only at the mandatory pre-proposal site visit, and late proposals risk disqualification. The work is to be performed entirely in Colombo, Sri Lanka, with delivery and
General Info
Agency
NAICS
Place of Performance
Colombo, LK-1, 00300, LKASet-Aside
Timeline
Submission Closed
Organization & Contact Information
Full Description
Dear Offerors,
The United States Embassy in Sri Lanka invites you to submit proposals for the Fabricate Supply, and Installation of Stainless-Steel Cabinetries & Shelving’s
Description
Supply and installation of heavy-duty stainless steel cabinetry and bar counter systems for clubhouse use, including under-counter sliding-door cabinets, hinged-door wall/counter units, open shelving, and integrated industrial stainless steel worktops. Fabrication in AISI 304 food-grade stainless steel, No.4 satin finish, CNC cut, fully TIG welded, ground smooth, and passivated with hemmed/radiused safety edges. Worktops minimum 1.5 mm stainless steel with reinforced core, integral backsplash, and sealed hygienic joints. Hardware shall be US/EU premium with soft-close systems, heavy-duty slides, magnetic locks, and anti-cut handles. Installation includes floor/wall anchoring, concealed supports, leveling systems, and sealed integrations. Designed for heavy commercial use, hygiene compliance, and corrosion resistance.
Two-year full replacement warranty covering materials and workmanship required; final payment upon written warranty certificate submission
Local Execution, Responsiveness, and On-Site Requirements
To ensure timely execution, quality assurance, and effective project coordination, the following mandatory requirements apply:
- Local Project Execution Capability
- The Contractor shall have an established local presence in Sri Lanka, either as a registered company, joint venture, or formally authorized local representative.
- Proof of local office, operational base, or permanent technical support facility shall be provided.
- On-Site Supervision and Mobilization
- Contractor must provide qualified on-site supervision throughout the project duration.
- Mobilization of personnel, materials, and equipment must be completed within the agreed project timeline and in no case exceed 5 to 10 calendar days from notice to proceed.
- Response Time and Project Support
- The Contractor must ensure technical response within 24–48 hours for all site coordination, installation issues, and clarification requests.
- Emergency or critical site support shall be available on call within Sri Lanka during execution phase.
- Travel, Logistics, and Cost Responsibility
- All travel, accommodation, transport, customs clearance, and logistical costs associated with project execution shall be fully borne by the Contractor.
- The Embassy will not be responsible for international travel or mobilization expenses.
- Site Familiarization and Attendance
- Attendance at the pre-proposal conference and site visit is strongly encouraged and may be required for technical qualification.
- Failure to demonstrate familiarity with site conditions may result in technical non-responsiveness.
- After-Sales Support and Warranty Service
- Contractor shall maintain local warranty support capability in Sri Lanka for the full warranty period.
- Replacement parts and service response must be available locally without dependence on extended international shipping delays.
Attachments
- Statement of Work (SOW)
- Drawings
- Note: The drawings will be made available only to attendees at the mandatory/pre-proposal site visit and conference. No drawings will be distributed electronically.
Pre-Proposal Conference
The Embassy intends to conduct a pre-proposal conference at No. 75, Gregory’s Road, Colombo 7, at 10:15 a.m. on 12th May 2026.
Submission Instructions
Prices should be duty free and VAT exempt.
Both quotation and technical proposal should be submitted and addressed to:
Contracting Officer, American Embassy Colombo, 210 Galle Road, Colombo 03, Sri Lanka
Email: sundaravelyg@state.gov
Due Date
On or before 1700 hours on May 22nd, 2026. Late submissions may result in disqualification for non-responsiveness.
Award Basis
The U.S. Government intends to award a contract to the responsible company submitting the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer. Award may be made based on initial quotations without discussions, although discussions may be held if necessary with companies in the competitive range.
Bids valued $30,000.00 or above vendors must possess an active SAM registration. Guidelines for SAM registration attached.