Revitalization and re qualification of the outdoor area of the cafeteria and bathrooms at US Consulate Recife

The U.S. Consulate in Recife is seeking competitive quotes for the revitalization and requalification of the outdoor area of the cafeteria and bathrooms, identified under solicitation number 19BR8126Q0005, with responses due by August 14, 2026. The project involves comprehensive construction and renovation activities, including structural steel repair, HVAC condenser relocation, demolition of existing walls and windows, construction of a new five-square-meter washing area, and restoration of sidewalks and surrounding surfaces. Work must comply with the most stringent requirements of the International Code Council (ICC), Brazilian ABNT NBR standards, OBO design criteria, USACE EM385-1-1 safety regulations, and the Architectural Barriers Act, along with local Recife regulations and CREA professional registration. The Statement of Work, supported by informative and technical drawings, outlines deliverables such as as-built CAD/PDF drawings, operation manuals, warranty letters, and ART certification, with full site restoration required prior to final acceptance. The contract is structured as a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) award on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, meaning award will be made to the lowest-priced offeror whose proposal meets all technical and responsibility criteria, including legal eligibility, integrity, and capability to perform. All submissions must be electronic, in PDF, DOCX, or XLSX format, not exceeding 30MB per file, and sent to RecifeProcurement@state.gov. The period of performance is 75 calendar days after issuance of the Notice to Proceed, with work required to begin within 15 days of that notice. Contractors must comply with strict security protocols, including submission of personal details for all personnel prior to site access, and adherence to host country regulations in Brazil. Special requirements include indemnification of the U.S. Government, naming the Department of State as an additional insured on liability policies, and prohibiting personnel from implying federal affiliation or profiting from diplomatic tax privileges. Invoices must be submitted electronically to BrasiliaDBO@state.gov and recifercv@state.gov, and the estimated contract value ranges between $25,000 and $100,000, with no line-item cost breakdown provided. All submissions must include completed SF 1442, pricing, and representations as specified, with mandatory SAM registration and Unique Entity ID (UEI) required for eligibility.