How to bid on Overseas Furniture Install Services for the Department of State

What the Department of State is buying

The Department of State's Overseas Buildings Operations Interior Design Division needs furniture installation services at various U.S. facilities located overseas. This work involves installing furniture and furnishings, and may also include inspecting furniture freight at warehouses in the United States before it ships overseas.

Projects typically involve installing 10 to 200 desks and usually take between one and four weeks to complete. The work will include both secure and non-secure areas. The government may make multiple awards from this solicitation.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on August 07, 2026. All requested information must be submitted by August 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. The U.S. Government reserves the right to make an award at any time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is a 100% small business set-aside. To participate, your business must be designated as a Small Business under NAICS Code 238390 in SAM.gov. This code covers other building equipment contractors.

The Department of State is looking for firms with expertise in systems furniture installation, furniture project scheduling and coordination, and furniture-trained labor for overseas facilities.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation documents, click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review all supporting attachments, especially the Statement of Work (SOW), as you are responsible for reading them. Pay close attention to the specific services required, which include basic services like project review, installation, and close-out, as well as additional services such as quality control, product inventory, and pre-performance conferences.

When preparing your response, clearly demonstrate your firm's capability to provide manpower, training, tools, travel arrangements, materials, and coordination for overseas projects. Highlight your experience with both secure and non-secure work environments and your ability to manage projects ranging from 10 to 200 desks. Emphasize your understanding of developing comprehensive installation plans, project implementation schedules, and coordinating with various stakeholders including Post and other contractors.