Preventive Maintenance Services (PMS) for Medium Voltage Switchgear (Eaton) at U.S. Embassy, Islamabad
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan, is soliciting proposals for Preventive Maintenance Services (PMS) for its Eaton Medium Voltage Switchgear. This is a firm-fixed-price contract with an anticipated performance period of one year, plus a six-month option. The government intends to award to the lowest priced, acceptable, responsible offeror. Proposals are due February 25, 2026, at 1500 Hours (Pakistan Standard Time).
Scope of Work
The requirement is for annual PMS to ensure the medium voltage switchgear systems are in good operational condition. The detailed scope, outlined in Exhibit A, includes visual inspection, verification, cleaning, and corrective actions. Specific maintenance procedures involve annual schedules, electrical tests every two years, and additional maintenance per manufacturer recommendations. The contractor must provide all necessary labor, tools, materials, safety equipment, and a recommended inventory list. Repairs are explicitly excluded from this contract and will be priced separately if required.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price, payable entirely in USD.
- Period of Performance: One year, with an option to extend for six months.
- Set-Aside: None specified (unrestricted). All qualified responsible sources are encouraged to submit a proposal.
- Proposal Due Date: February 25, 2026, 1500 Hours (Pakistan Standard Time).
- Published Date: January 12, 2026.
Evaluation & Award
Award will be made to the lowest priced, acceptable, responsible offeror. Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical Evaluation Factors (TEFs), which include:
- Eaton Trained Contractor Status
- Eaton-Certified Technicians
- Eaton MV Switchgear Experience
- SEL Protective Relay Capability The Government reserves the right to award the contract based on the initial offer without discussions.
Submission Requirements
Offerors must submit their proposals electronically to Islamabad-GSO-Contracting@state.gov. The subject line of the email should be "19PK3326Q1007". Submissions must be in Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format. Individual email files should not exceed 30MB; larger submissions may be sent via multiple emails. Required documents include SF-1449, Section I (Pricing), Section 5 (Representations and Certifications), additional information as required in Section 3, and proof of SAM Registration. Security clearances are required for personnel performing work due to access to classified areas.
Additional Notes
This opportunity is subject to FAR Clause 52.229-12 - Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements (FEB 2021). The place of contract performance is the U.S. Embassy Islamabad, Ramna 5, Diplomatic Enclave, Islamabad, Pakistan.