SAM #19SZ2326Q0003

Temporary Residential Furniture Rental and Welcome Kit Services for U.S. Embassy Bern

The U.S. Embassy in Bern, Switzerland (Department of State) is seeking qualified vendors for temporary residential furniture rental and welcome kit services for government-leased residences in Bern and nearby areas. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (Department of State) - Scope of Work: - Temporary rental of residential furniture for government-leased residences - Provision of welcome kit packages for incoming U.S. Government personnel - Services include delivery, installation, maintenance, and removal of furniture - Product and Service Requirements: - All furnishings must be new or in excellent condition - All mattresses must be new - Welcome kits must be provided as part of the service - Contractor must be able to respond quickly to requests and manage multiple simultaneous orders - Vendor Qualifications: - Vendors must be licensed to operate in Switzerland - Proven experience in residential furniture rental and logistics required - Prior experience supporting diplomatic missions or corporate housing providers is highly desirable - Compliance with local safety, labor, and insurance regulations is mandatory - No specific OEMs or brands are named in the solicitation

Description

The U.S. Embassy in Bern, Switzerland invites qualified vendors to participate in a solicitation for temporary residential furniture rental and welcome kit services for government‑leased residences in Bern and the surrounding areas.

The selected contractor will provide a full range of services, including the delivery, installation, maintenance, and removal of residential furniture, as well as the provision of welcome kit packages for incoming U.S. Government personnel. All furnishings must be new or in excellent condition, and all mattresses must be new. The contractor must be able to respond quickly to requests, manage multiple simultaneous orders, and comply with all applicable local safety, labor, and insurance regulations. Prior experience supporting diplomatic missions or corporate housing providers is highly desirable.

Interested vendors must be duly licensed to operate in Switzerland and demonstrate proven experience in residential furniture rental and logistics. The ability to provide comprehensive, end‑to‑end support (delivery, installation, maintenance, and removal) is essential.

Vendors interested in this opportunity are invited to submit their proposals electronically to BernGSOContracting@state.gov. Complete offers must be submitted no later than 22 September 2026, 17:00 local time (Central European Time).

Only technically acceptable offers will be considered for price evaluation. The contract may be awarded to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer. The Embassy reserves the right to request clarifications or additional information during the evaluation process.

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