SAM #19KU2026P0634

Award for urgent replacement of mattresses and box springs for U.S. Embassy Kuwait

This award notice relates to the urgent replacement of mattresses and box springs for the U.S. Embassy Kuwait following a warehouse fire caused by a drone attack. - The Department of State required immediate replenishment of bedding inventory to support residential operations. - Market research identified three local vendors capable of meeting delivery and specification requirements. - The contract was awarded for $43,266 USD to the vendor offering the lowest-priced, technically acceptable solution. - The procurement was conducted under restricted competition due to urgent operational needs, using simplified acquisition procedures (FAR 12.102(a)). - No specific OEMs, brands, or part numbers are mentioned in the award notice. - The award supports ongoing Embassy operations and residential turnover. - No additional services or products beyond mattresses and box springs are included.

Description

Purpose

This notice complies with the posting requirements of FAR Part 5 and FAR Subpart 6.301.

Restricted Competition

Competition for this requirement was restricted based on urgent need, in accordance with FAR 12.102(a). The Embassy's mattress and box-spring inventory was destroyed as a result of the warhouse fire associated with the recent drone attack, creating an immediate requirement to replenish bedding stock for residential make-ready and turnover operations. Restricting the acquisition to a source capable of meeting these urgent conditions ensures the Embassy can meet its residential turnover schedule without delay.

Failure to obtain replacement mattresses and box springs promptly would directly affect the Embassy's ability to furnish Government residential properties for incoming personnel. This could delay occupancy, require temporary lodging or other interim accommodations, increase Government costs, and negatively affect Mission operations.

In accordance with FAR 12.102(a) and consistent with simplified acquisition procedures, the Embassy conducted market research and solicited pricing information from three (3) local vendors determined capable of supporting the Government's urgent requirement. Vendors were evaluated primarily on their ability to meet the required delivery timeframe and Government minimum specification requirement.

Award Determination

The selected contractor was determined to represent the lowest-priced technically acceptable quotation at $43,266 USD and demonstrated the capability to successfully supply the required commodities within the required timeframe and operational constraints. The contractor also demonstrated a strong record of relevant past performance supporting U.S. Embassy Kuwait requirements.

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