Refill and Collection of Returnable 20-Liter Water Containers

The contract involves the supply of 6,303 refills for returnable 20-liter water containers, encompassing the full lifecycle management of the containers including the collection of empty units, deposit handling, and replacement of any lost or damaged containers. This service is critical to ensuring a continuous, sustainable water delivery system for the US Embassy Beirut operations in Awkar, where all activities under this contract will be performed. The supplier is responsible for maintaining an efficient reverse logistics network to collect, sanitize, refill, and redeploy containers in a timely manner, while also managing deposit accountability and tracking container integrity across the supply chain. This is a subcontract under the NAICS code 312111, which classifies it within beverage manufacturing, and it was posted on August 4, 2026, with responses due by August 18, 2026. The contract falls under the purview of the Department of State, specifically supporting the logistical and operational needs of the US Embassy Beirut. While no set-aside designation is specified, the requirement is focused on securing a reliable, scalable, and environmentally conscious water distribution solution through reusable container systems. All operational responsibilities, from delivery to recovery and replacement of damaged units, must be handled by the vendor in compliance with the embassy’s standards for efficiency and accountability.