How to bid on Minor Repairs & Maintenance for EBO & Leased Prop Warehouse for the Department of State

What the Department of State is buying

The U.S. Embassy in Colombia is seeking a contractor to perform minor repairs and maintenance at its leased warehouse in Cartagena. This work includes providing all necessary materials, transportation, equipment, and personnel (managerial, administrative, direct, and indirect labor) to complete the tasks outlined in the contract.

This is a significant opportunity for a qualified firm, as the anticipated performance period for the contract is five years, if the government chooses to exercise all options.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation was published on July 30, 2026. All proposals must be submitted by August 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. Proposals received after this deadline will not be considered.

The government intends to award a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) based on the lowest priced technically acceptable offer. The contract may be awarded based on initial offers without further discussion.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for companies legally incorporated in Colombia. The selected company must comply with all relevant Colombian regulations and standards for the services offered.

Vendors must demonstrate extensive experience, with a minimum of 10 years of verifiable track record in the Colombian market. This contract falls under the construction category, focusing on minor repairs and maintenance services.

How to respond

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

All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to contract award. Prospective offerors are encouraged to register in SAM before submitting their proposals. Electronic offers should be emailed to the contracting office listed in the notice, [email protected], before the response deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Ensure your proposal clearly demonstrates your company's ten years of verifiable experience in the Colombian market, as this is a mandatory requirement. Provide specific examples of similar projects you have successfully completed.

Since the award will be based on the lowest priced technically acceptable offer, focus on providing a competitive price while ensuring your technical proposal fully meets all requirements. Clearly outline your approach to providing all necessary materials, transportation, equipment, and personnel.

Attend the planned pre-quotation conference. The date for this conference will be provided in the solicitation. This is an excellent opportunity to ask questions and gain a better understanding of the agency's expectations.