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This Solicitation opportunity from Department Of State was posted on May 4, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Request for quotes for the reconnection and integration of backup generators at ten (10) official residential properties

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PR15890647Federal

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The U.S. Consulate General Cape Town is seeking qualified vendors to reconnect and integrate backup generators at ten official residential properties, ensuring full interoperability with existing solar, battery, and municipal power systems. The work involves comprehensive site assessments, reconnection of generators to electrical distribution networks, installation of Automatic Transfer Switches and control systems, and rigorous testing and commissioning to ensure safe, code-compliant operation in accordance with local electrical regulations and Department of State standards. Vendors must possess at least five years of experience in electrical installation and generator systems, with documented completion of three comparable projects within the past five years, specifically demonstrating proficiency in generator integration, electrical distribution systems, and ATS implementation. References are mandatory and must accompany all submissions. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for May 19, 2026, and attendance requires prior registration with full names, ID numbers, contact details, and vehicle information; failure to comply will result in denial of entry. Proposals must be submitted electronically in English by 10:00 AM SAST on May 29, 2026, to capetown_quotation@state.gov, must include a company profile, technical approach, project references, proposed schedule, and firm-fixed-price pricing, and must reference solicitation number PR15890647. Compliance with NDAA Section 889(a)(1)(B) is compulsory, requiring completion and submission of the attached Vendor Compliance Certificate. The contract will be awarded on a lowest-price technically-acceptable basis without discussion. Payment will be made via EFT within 30 days of service delivery and receipt of a proper invoice, with no advance or deposit payments permitted. Contractors must waive any conflicting terms and acknowledge that the U.S. Government cannot sign external contracts or credit applications. All work is subject to Department of State regulations, including security requirements, identity verification for personnel, prohibitions on specified telecommunications and surveillance equipment, and cybersecurity supply chain risk management. Contractors must also adhere to clause requirements such as the Trade Agreements Act, Service Contract Labor Standards, and prohibitions on foreign-controlled products, with subcontractors bound by the same obligations. No set-aside provisions are in effect, and the NAICS code for this procurement is 238210.

General Info

Reconnection and integration of backup generators at ten residences, requiring experienced vendors by May 29.

Agency

Department Of State → American Consulate Cape TownView Agency

NAICS

238210 - Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation ContractorsView NAICS

Place of Performance

Cape Town, ZA-WC, 7945, ZAF

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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NDAA Contractor Certification on Telecommunications Compliance

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Scope of Work for Reconnecting Residential Backup Generators

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Overseas Purchase Order Clauses for Commercial Items - FAC 2023-02

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RFQ PR15890647 - Generator Reconnection at Various Residences

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AgencyDepartment Of State → American Consulate Cape Town
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OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA
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Department Of State → American Consulate Cape Town
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Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

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1. General Summary of Services Required.


The U.S. Consulate General Cape Town invites qualified vendors to submit quotations for the reconnection and integration of backup generators at ten (10) official residential properties.


The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, supervision, tools, equipment, transportation, and incidentals necessary to perform the required work in accordance with the attached Scope of Work (SOW) for Reconnection of Residential Backup Generators.


Work includes, but is not limited to:


  • Conducting site assessments at each residence
  • Reconnecting existing generators to electrical distribution systems
  • Integrating generators with existing solar, battery, and municipal power systems
  • Installing required electrical components (e.g., Automatic Transfer Switches, interlocks, control systems)
  • Ensuring safe, compliant, and fully functional system operation
  • Testing and commissioning of all systems

All work must comply with applicable local electrical codes, safety standards, and Department of State requirements.


2. Contract Details. The purpose of this request for offers is to award a purchase order to the qualified vendor who provides a bid that credibly addresses the requirements identified in the scope of work attached and is the lowest priced of all technically acceptable offers. The Government may award the contract based on the initial offer without discussion.  


3. Interested Vendors.


Vendors must demonstrate:


  • At least five (5) years of experience in electrical installation, generator systems, or similar infrastructure projects
  • Completion of at least three (3) comparable projects within the past five (5) years
  • Proven experience with:
    • Generator integration
    • Electrical distribution systems
    • Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) or equivalent systems

References are required and must be included with the quotation.


A mandatory site visit will be conducted at the residential properties on May 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM. All prospective offerors must confirm their attendance no later than May 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM.


In your email confirmation of attendance, please provide FULL NAME; ID NUMBER; CONTACT NUMBER(s) VEHICLE MAKE,MODEL AND COLOUR THAT WILL BE PARKING ON OUR PREMISES of your representatives who will be attending the site visit. Contractors who do not confirm attendance by providing the above information before the deadline will strictly not be allowed entry on the day of the site visit. Please use the below-mentioned reference in your subject line when submitting your interest in attending the site visit.


4. Proposal Submission Requirements


Offerors must submit:


  • Company profile
  • Technical approach demonstrating understanding of the SOW
  • Relevant project experience and references
  • Proposed schedule
  • Pricing (firm-fixed-price) (FAR 16.202-1)

Please note the following BEFORE submitting your offer:


  • Company profiles and bids must be submitted electronically and in English and will be reviewed for technical acceptability.
  • U.S. National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) Section 889(a)(1)(B) - It is compulsory for the successful offeror to complete the attached “NDAA Certificate for Vendor Compliance” – Please complete page 1 and tick the applicable boxes on pages 2 and 4 and include it with your offer submission.
  • Your submission must indicate our reference number: PR15890647 - Generator Reconnection @ Various Residencies.
  • The closing date for offer submissions is 10h00 SAST on May 29, 2026
  • Submissions must be emailed to capetown_quotation@state.gov
  • As a Diplomatic Mission, we represent the U.S. Government and are unable to sign any contracts, credit applications and T’s & C’s.
  • By submitting an offer, you are agreeing to waive any terms that may contrast with the language herein  

5. Payment terms. The U.S. Consulate will make no provision for fluctuations in price or exchange rates after the order has been placed.  If your price is dependent on these fluctuations, you MUST make provision for possible increases in your offer price. Payment will be made via EFT into the company’s bank account, within 30 days of delivery of goods/services and receipt of proper Invoice, not before.  *Note: No advanced/deposit payments permitted.


6. Applicable Provisions and Clauses


The clauses applicable to this requirement are provided as an attachment titled:


“Overseas PO – Commercial Items”


*Note: Procurement Staff will send a confirmation of your request within 4 business days of receipt. If you do not receive a confirmation, you must assume your request was not received, and are encouraged to send the message again, and follow-up with a call to the Procurement Staff (on/before the deadline) to ensure your request is received.

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