Seoul Chancery, Consular, IMOT, PCC, IPC, and ESO Outbuilding Roof Replacements

The Department of State, through its Acquisitions - Aqm Momentum office, is issuing a presolicitation notice for roof replacements at the U.S. Embassy Freetown, Sierra Leone, specifically targeting the New Office Building, Recreation Center, and Compound Access Control Buildings. The scope of work includes complete removal and disposal of existing roofing materials, flashings, and insulation down to the structural concrete deck, followed by installation of a hot rubberized asphalt membrane, new base and counter flashings at all penetrations, curbs, walls, and perimeters, along with a PMR configuration featuring protection and drainage courses, new XPS insulation, filter fabric, and concrete pavers. Additional tasks involve lowering roof drains, scuppers, conductor heads, and downspouts to accommodate new membrane levels; temporarily disconnecting, rerouting, and reinstalling conduits, lightning protection systems, and pipes; removing abandoned penetrations and equipment; and painting ferrous metal components such as drain strainers and pipes. The procurement is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, restricting eligibility to small business concerns. The solicitation number is 19AQMM26R0342_Seoul_Roof_Replacements_Presolicitation, with a NAICS code of 238160 for roofing contractors. Although the title references Seoul, the actual place of performance is Freetown, Sierra Leone, and the notice was posted on July 10, 2026, with an responses deadline of July 27, 2026. This is strictly a presolicitation notice, and the government will not accept questions, quotes, or proposals at this stage; it is intended solely for market research and industry awareness. The estimated contract value, delivery schedule, period of performance, and evaluation criteria remain unspecified and will be detailed in the subsequent solicitation. Point of contact for inquiries is Ryan C. Edwards at Edwardsrc@state.gov.