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The contract awards services for the comprehensive management of VVIP and VIP guests at the US Embassy in Addis Ababa, focusing on end-to-end coordination of guest logistics, including arrival procedures, guest list management, and integration with Ethiopian government authorities to facilitate secure and efficient movement. This includes arranging transportation, securing traffic control measures, and ensuring seamless drop-off protocols aligned with diplomatic protocols and local regulations. All activities must be executed with precision to uphold the safety, comfort, and protocol requirements of high-profile visitors. The work is performed exclusively in Addis Ababa under a subcontract structure, categorized under NAICS code 561520 for travel arrangement and related services. The contract was posted on May 22, 2026, and is managed by the US Department of State through the US Embassy in Ethiopia. The provider must demonstrate expertise in handling sensitive diplomatic operations, maintaining strict confidentiality, and coordinating with Ethiopian officials to ensure compliance with national procedures. No set-aside provisions are specified, and the full scope requires agile, responsive, and highly coordinated service delivery tailored to the unique demands of VIP guest management in a foreign diplomatic environment.

General Info

Manage VVIP/VIP logistics at US Embassy Addis Ababa with diplomatic protocol, transport, and Ethiopian government coordination.

Agency

Department Of State → US Embassy Addis Ababa

NAICS

561520 - Tour Operators

Place of Performance

Addis Ababa, ET-AA, ETH

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 19ET1026P0665.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Event management, design, production, and execution services for the Independence Day celebration 2026 at the Science Museum

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PostedMay 22

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AgencyDepartment Of State → US Embassy Addis Ababa

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of State → US Embassy Addis Ababa

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Management of VVIP/VIP guests, guest lists, arrival logistics, and coordination with Ethiopian authorities for drop-off and traffic control.

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