Residential Skylights Restoration Services

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (RFQ No. 19MX5326Q0042) is for the replacement and/or maintenance of skylights in 22 Government Own (GO) Residences in Ciudad de Mexico CDMX. The objective is to dismantle and remove existing skylights, repair surrounding areas to ensure waterproofing, and install new skylight components. The work is divided into two phases: removal and installation, with an estimated project completion time of 10 business days per house, and up to 90 business days for the full project, with up to three houses worked on simultaneously.

• Scope: Replace and/or maintain skylights in 22 GO units.

• Materials: High quality, low maintenance, USG approved materials.

• Work Phases:

  • Phase I: Removal and preparation (delimitation, protection, removal of existing skylights, debris disposal).
  • Phase II: Repair/replacement (supply and install new skylights, including 14mm laminated double glass panes and specific aluminum profiles, sealed joints).
  • Phase III: Logistics (site coordination, material delivery, tool management).

• Quality: Workmanship must be of good quality and performed skillfully. Materials must be UL or Factory Mutual (FM) approved.

• Safety: Adherence to U.S. and local construction codes, OSHA Safety Standards, and specific safety measures for high-risk activities.

• Deliverables: Inspection Reports, Request for Substantial Completion, Request for Final Acceptance, Construction Schedule, Safety Plan, etc. (detailed in Section E.9).

• Contract Type: Firm, fixed-price contract.

• Currency: Payable in U.S. Dollars or Mexican Pesos.

• Estimated Value: Between $100,000 and $250,000 U.S. dollars.

• Period of Performance: 10 business days per house, with up to 90 business days for the full project.

• Submission Deadline: Thursday, July 16, 2026, before 13:00 hours, local time.

• Submission Method: Electronic quotes via email to MexicoCityGSOSolicitations@groups.state.gov.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the lowest priced, acceptable, responsible quoter.

• Key Requirements for Offerors:

  • SAM registration (Unique Entity ID, CAGE/NCAGE code).
  • Ability to understand written and spoken English.
  • Established business in Mexico or plan to establish one within 30 days.
  • Prior construction experience with references.
  • Necessary personnel, equipment, and financial resources.
  • Local licenses and permits.
  • Ability to obtain performance and payment bonds.
  • No adverse criminal record or political/business affiliations contrary to U.S. interests.

• No specific set-aside is mentioned.

• A site visit is scheduled for Friday, May 29, 2026, at 10:00 hrs. Interested offerors must contact the Contracts team via email by Wednesday, May 26, 2026, to receive location information.

• Attachments include: Sample Bank Letter of Guaranty, Breakdown of Proposal Price, Description/Specifications/Statement of Work, Supporting Photos/Drawings/Details, Quantity Survey, Payment Registration Forms, Safety Management Plan, Guide for NCAGE and SAM Registration, and Vendor Portal Registration.

• Offerors must submit proposals in three separate volumes.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for construction, alteration, or repair services. The U.S. Embassy Mexico City is seeking proposals for an unspecified project.

The solicitation outlines the following sections that bidders must address:

• Pricing

• Statement of Work

• Packaging and Marking

• Inspection and Acceptance

• Deliveries and Performance

• Contract Administration Data

• Special Terms and Conditions

• Clauses

• List of Attachments (including Sample Bank Letter of Guaranty, Breakdown of Proposal Price, Description/Specifications/Statement of Work, Supporting Photos/Drawings, Quantity Survey, and Safety Management Plan)

• Instructions on how to submit a quotation

• Evaluation Criteria

• Representations, Certifications and Other Statements

• The contractor shall begin performance within 10 calendar days after award or notice to proceed.

• The performance period is mandatory negotiable.

• Performance and payment bonds are required.

• Offers are due by 13:00 local time on 7/16/2026.

• Offers must be submitted in original and N/A copies.

• Sealed envelopes must be marked with the offeror's name and address, solicitation number, and due date/time.

• Offers providing less than 120 calendar days for Government acceptance will be rejected.

• Evaluation criteria are detailed in section K.

• Not explicitly stated in the provided pages, but the "TYPE OF SOLICITATION" is "SEALED BID (IFB)" and "REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL", indicating a competitive process.

• This solicitation is issued by the U.S. Embassy Mexico City, General Services Office/Contracts.

• The point of contact for information is Morgan L. Osborne.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City for Skylights Restoration services at one of the U.S. Government's properties. The U.S. Government intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable, and responsible offeror.

Offerors must submit a quote that includes:

• Executed Standard Form 1442

• Completed Section I, Attachment 6 – Payment Registration Form

• Completed Section I: Unique Entity ID, CAGE/NCAGE Code, Evidence of Active registration in sam.gov

• Pricing Completed Section A

• Completed Section I, Attachment 2 – Breakdown of Quote Price by Divisions of Specifications

• Completed Section I, Attachment 5 – Quantity Survey

• Performance schedule in the form of a Gantt Bar Chart

• Business Management/Technical Quote

• Completed Section I, Attachment 7 – Safety Management Plan

• Contract type: Firm-fixed-price.

• A pre-quote conference/site visit will be held on Friday, May 29, 2026. Interested offerors should contact MexicoCityGSOSolicitations@groups.state.gov for details.

• Quotes must be submitted by 13:00 hours, Mexico City time, on Thursday, July 16, 2026.

• Award will be based on initial quotes, prioritizing the lowest-priced, technically acceptable, responsible offeror.

• Questions regarding the RFQ should be directed to Morgan Osborne via email at MexicoCityGSOSolicitations@groups.state.gov by Friday, June 12, 2026, before 13:00 hours Mexico City time.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (https://www.sam.gov) prior to submitting their quote. Failure to be registered will result in the quote being considered non-responsive.

• Offerors are instructed not to contact any Embassy personnel other than the Contracting team.

• Attachments include SF-1442 and the Request for Quotations No. 19MX5326Q0042.