How to bid on Temporary Support Services for the Department of State in Paris

What the Department of State is buying

The U.S. Embassy in Paris is seeking temporary support services. This will be a firm-fixed-price contract. This is an opportunity for businesses that can provide professional temporary staff to a government agency.

The government may award this contract based on initial offers without further discussion, so it is important to submit a strong, complete proposal from the start.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on July 09, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 07, 2026, at 8:00 AM ET. All offers must be submitted electronically by this date and time.

The solicitation itself is not yet ready and will be posted on SAM.gov when it becomes available. This RFI is likely to gather information before the formal Request for Proposals (RFP) is issued.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for professional service firms that can provide temporary support staff. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible to submit an offer. It is encouraged to register in SAM prior to submitting any proposals.

How to respond

To access the opportunity, 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 a free account to view documents, though this is not always required.

When the solicitation is ready, it will be posted on SAM.gov. Once the Request for Proposals (RFP) is issued, electronic responses should be submitted to the [email protected] email address before the stated deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Since the government may award the contract based on initial offers, ensure your proposal is comprehensive and clearly addresses all requirements. Pay close attention to the details in the solicitation once it is released.

Begin the SAM registration process as soon as possible if you are not already registered. This is a mandatory step for all contractors. Review the guidelines for SAM registration to ensure your company is fully compliant and active before the proposal submission deadline.