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How to bid on trash collection services for Embassy Libreville, Gabon
What the Department of State is buying
The U.S. Embassy in Libreville, Gabon, is seeking fixed-price trash collection services. This contract covers designated spaces within the embassy grounds. The anticipated contract includes a base year, with the possibility of three additional one-year option periods.
This is an opportunity for businesses to secure a government contract for essential facilities services abroad.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on September 09, 2026. All quotations must be submitted by September 25, 2026, at 5:00 AM ET. Offers received after this deadline will not be considered.
The government may award the contract based on initial offers without further discussion, so ensure your submission is complete and competitive from the start. A pre-quotation conference is planned; details are in the solicitation.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms experienced in facilities services, specifically trash collection. Vendors should be prepared to operate in Libreville, Gabon. All responsible sources are encouraged to submit a quotation.
A key requirement is that all contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) at the time of quote submission.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.
Electronic responses are permitted. Ensure your offer is submitted before the deadline. If your email with the offer exceeds 30KB, you may need to send multiple emails. Mixed quotes, where financial and technical information are not in separate files, will be disqualified.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review the solicitation for all requirements, especially regarding the pre-quotation conference and the specific services needed at the U.S. Embassy in Libreville. Since the government may award based on initial offers, your first submission should be comprehensive and well-prepared.
Ensure your company is fully registered and active in SAM.gov well in advance of the deadline. Pay close attention to the instruction for separating financial and technical quotes into different files to avoid disqualification. Clearly outline your experience with similar services and your capacity to perform the work in Gabon.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from State, Department of; the original posting controls.