RFQ 19TU4626Q1005 For Construction of a Basketball Court

The U.S. Consulate General Istanbul is initiating a fixed-price construction contract to build a 10m x 20m multi-use outdoor basketball and tennis court at its facility in Istanbul, Turkey, with a contracted value of $25,000. The procurement is conducted under solicitation number 19TU4626Q1005, issued on July 6, 2026, with responses due by July 29, 2026. The contract is awarded on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis, prioritizing responsible offerors who meet all technical, compliance, and contractual requirements at the lowest price. Performance must begin within 10 days of receiving the Notice to Proceed and be fully completed within 30 calendar days, with liquidated damages of $500 per day for delays. The scope includes site preparation, drainage, foundation work, installation of a durable playing surface with official markings, perimeter fencing, and adherence to local Turkish building codes and accessibility standards, as defined by two attachments: Court Plain with Dimensions and Court Model. Contractors are required to submit proposals in two volumes, including SF-1442 with a detailed price breakdown and a technical proposal featuring a bar chart schedule, personnel qualifications, and subcontractor details. All submissions must be sent electronically to Istanbul-solicitation@state.gov. Security is a critical component: within 12 days of award, the contractor must submit identifying information for all personnel for government security vetting and obtain site badges, which can be revoked for falsification or misconduct. An English-speaking supervisor must be present on-site at all times. The contractor must also comply with U.S. government prohibitions on the use of covered telecommunications equipment and must affirm no involvement with entities supporting surveillance in repressive regimes. Insurance requirements include workers’ compensation and war-hazard coverage, performance and payment bonds, and no VAT may be charged on invoices due to U.S. diplomatic tax exemption. Final acceptance occurs at the site following inspection by the Contracting Officer’s Representative and formal approval by the Contracting Officer, contingent on compliance with FAR clauses related to workmanship, materials, warranties (five years against rust, two years for structural integrity), and construction quality. The contract includes strict payment terms, electronic funds transfer, prompt payment discounts, and funding limitations, with no option periods or future modifications anticipated.