United States Department of State (USA)

Provide Critical Life Support Services

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Details

Location:Iraq
Iraq
Category:Non-consulting services
Status:Awarded
Sectors:Disaster Reduction & Humanitarian Relief
Languages:English
Contracting authority type:Development Institution
Eligibility:Organisation
Budget:N/A
Date posted: Sep 18, 2023

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Description

Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source Extensions

Contract Opportunity

Notice ID:
SAQMMA-13-D-0120
Related Notice:
Department/Ind. Agency:
STATE, DEPARTMENT OF
Sub-tier:
STATE, DEPARTMENT OF
Office:
ACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUM

General Information:

  • Contract Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Original)
  • All Dates/Times are: (UTC-04:00) EASTERN STANDARD TIME, NEW YORK, USA
  • Original Published Date: Sep 15, 2023 04:30 pm EDT
  • Original Response Date: Sep 30, 2023 04:00 pm EDT
  • Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date
  • Original Inactive Date: Oct 15, 2023
  • Initiative:
    • None

Classification:

  • Original Set Aside:
  • Product Service Code: S216 - HOUSEKEEPING- FACILITIES OPERATIONS SUPPORT
  • NAICS Code:
    • 561210 - Facilities Support Services
  • Place of Performance:
    IRQ

Description:

Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source Extensions

The Regional Support Branch of the Worldwide Division within the Office of Acquisition Management (AQM), on behalf of The Department of State, located at 1200 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22209 intends to extend the following Tasks Orders to 31 March 2024 on a sole source basis under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, “Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services will Satisfy Agency Requirements” to Amentum Services Inc:  IDIQ Contract SAQMMA-13-D-0120; Task Orders SAQMMA-14-F-0721, SAQMMA-14-F-1065, SAQMMA-14-F-0120, SAQMMA-14-F-0886, SAQMMA-14-F-0436, SAQMM1-14-F-0762, SAQMMA-17-F-0018.  The total value of the extensions is $47,372,000 (rounded).  The Service Code is S216, and the NAICS is 561210.

These Task Orders are part of the Baghdad Life Support Services (BLiSS) program, and provide critical life support services, such as food, fuel, trash removal, and wastewater treatment to personnel working and living at the Baghdad Embassy Compound and other Government Sites in Iraq.  Due to the vital nature of the services, continued support will be required while DOS prepares the solicitation for a follow-on contract.

This Notice is not a solicitation. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, which will be considered by the agency if submitted by 4 PM Eastern Time on 30 September 2023 to Contracting Officer Jason Lillie via email at LillieJM@state.gov.

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tender Background

About the Funding Agency

The U.S. Department of State is the federal executive body under the US government that advises the President and maintains international relations, serving as the Department of Foreign Affairs. It was formed in 1789 in Washington, DC, USA and guides America’s foreign policy through diplomacy, advocacy and assistance, supporting citizens' interests, security and economic prosperity.

The responsibilities of the Department of State include implementing U.S. foreign policy, managing the country's diplomatic missions overseas, negotiating treaties and agreements with foreign organizations and representing the United States at the United Nations. It is also responsible for working with non-profit organizations and foundations that represent social and political programs in other countries. In addition to managing the Department, the Secretary of State serves as the country's chief diplomat and representative abroad. The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labour, a division of the U.S. Department of State, publishes annual reports on global human rights and U.S. contributions to the advancement of freedom and democracy. The Foreign Service Institute, which is also a division of the Department of State, is responsible for training diplomatic personnel. The director of the institute has the rank of Assistant Secretary of State of the United States. The Office of Digital Diplomacy deals with digital projects such as Diplopedia.

U.S. Department of State key sectors: Public & Foreign Affairs, International Relations, Public Policy, Diplomacy, Socio-Economic Development, Democracy, Human Rights, Programme Management, etc.

About the Sectors

Disaster Reduction & Humanitarian Relief

Covers actions aimed at reducing disaster risks and providing emergency assistance to populations affected by natural disasters, conflicts, or humanitarian crises.


Key areas:
  • Disaster risk reduction and preparedness
  • Emergency response and humanitarian assistance
  • Crisis recovery and relief coordination

Locations

Iraq

Iraq’s infrastructure development remains focused on reconstruction and modernisation of transport, energy and utilities after years of conflict and underinvestment. Projects such as railway extension and energy system rehabilitation are intended to improve connectivity, boost trade, create jobs and diversify the economy beyond oil. Financing is a mix of international support (e.g., World Bank and JICA assistance), hydrocarbons revenues and emerging private sector involvement in infrastructure financing platforms. Key constraints include fiscal vulnerabilities, governance weaknesses, and the need to balance reconstruction priorities with sustainable long-term development objectives.

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