Swimming Pool Repair - Tiles replacement

The U.S. Embassy Asuncion is soliciting bids for the complete removal and replacement of ceramic tiles in its swimming pool, encompassing demolition of approximately 408 square meters, debris removal, surface preparation, waterproofing, leak tightness testing, installation of new tiles, and restoration of all associated electrical and mechanical systems. The project must comply with U.S. Department of State standards, the International Building Code, the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, the National Electrical Code, and local Paraguayan regulations, with all work conducted under the oversight of the Contracting Officer’s Representative, Anibal Valiente. The contract is structured as a firm fixed-price arrangement, with the total price inclusive of all labor, materials, insurance, overhead, and profit. The work must be completed within 120 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with commencement required no later than 20 days after issuance, and all schedules must be submitted in bar chart format to minimize disruption at the site. The Contractor is required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond equal to 50% of the contract value via Standard Form 25 and provide Defense Base Act insurance for all personnel, along with general liability insurance naming the United States Department of State as an additional insured. All personnel must adhere to strict Embassy security protocols, including submission of comprehensive biographical data within ten days of award for government screening, and are prohibited from entering the site without prior authorization. A Site Safety and Health Plan must be submitted at least ten working days before work begins, and OSHA, EM 385-1-1, and State Department safety standards must be strictly followed, including mandatory use of personal protective equipment and proper barricading of work zones. Proposals must be submitted electronically to asuncioncontracting@state.gov, structured into two volumes: Volume I must include Standard Form 1442 with a detailed price breakdown by divisions, and Volume II must contain the business management/technical proposal and a bar chart schedule. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management with a valid Unique Entity Identifier, demonstrate responsibility under FAR 9.1, and meet all representations and certifications, including those related to child labor, independent price determination, and prohibitions on contracting with entities linked to Kaspersky, ByteDance, or Iran. Invoicing is to be submitted monthly to FacturasAsuncionAmEmb@state.gov, must not separately list Value Added Tax, and payments may be made up to 30 days after