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

This presolicitation notice, issued under solicitation number 19AQMM26R0342_Seoul_Roof_Replacements_Presolicitation by the Department of State’s Acquisitions - Aqm Momentum office, announces upcoming procurement activity for roof replacements at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul, specifically targeting the Chancery, Consular, IMOT, PCC, IPC, and ESO outbuildings. Although the title references Seoul, the detailed scope of work described in the synopsis pertains to the U.S. Embassy in Freetown, Sierra Leone, requiring the 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, XPS insulation, filter fabric, protection and drainage courses, and concrete pavers in a PMR configuration. Additional tasks include lowering roof drains, scuppers, and downspouts to match new membrane elevations, temporarily rerouting and reinstalling conduits and lightning protection systems, 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 NAICS code 238160 applies, indicating the work falls under roofing contractors. The notice explicitly states that no questions, proposals, or quotes will be accepted at this stage, serving solely as an informational preview ahead of a formal solicitation. The point of contact is Ryan C. Edwards of the Department of State, and the posting date is July 23, 2026, with a response deadline of July 27, 2026, indicating this is a short-window presolicitation to gather market interest. Place of performance is confirmed as Freetown, Sierra Leone, while the contracting office is located in Washington, D.C., and no contract value, delivery schedule, or performance period is currently available.