Supply and Installation of Perimeter Security Lighting System for U.S. Embassy Harare, Zimbabwe
SOL #: PR16017968Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
State
State, Department Of
U.S. EMBASSY HARARE
WASHINGTON, DC, 20520, United States
Place of Performance
Harare, Zimbabwe
NAICS
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)
PSC
Installation Of Equipment: Lighting Fixtures And Lamps (N062)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
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Posted
May 28, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Jun 12, 2026, 3:00 PM
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 Harare, Zimbabwe is soliciting quotes for the Supply and Installation of a Perimeter Security Lighting System at an Embassy residence. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for a Firm Fixed-Price contract. The system must meet U.S. Government security standards, NEC (NFPA 70), and Zimbabwean electrical and lighting regulations. Quotations are due by June 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for the design, engineering, supply, installation, testing, commissioning, and handover of a security-grade perimeter lighting system. Key requirements include:
- Continuous, uniform illumination along the entire perimeter fence/wall for deterrence, detection, assessment (CCTV/guard observation), and safe nighttime patrols.
- Specific technical requirements for horizontal and vertical illuminance, luminaire specifications (4000K, CRI ≥ 70, IP66, IK08, ≥ 10 kV surge protection), pole design (8m, anti-climb, internal cabling), reinforced concrete foundations, underground armored cabling, IP65 junction boxes, grounding, and a photocell-controlled system with manual override.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: 10 calendar days to begin, 60 calendar days to complete after Notice to Proceed.
- Set-Aside: None specified; open to technically qualified and financially responsible offerors.
- Response Due: June 12, 2026, by 1700hrs (Harare time).
- Published Date: May 28, 2026.
Eligibility & Evaluation
- Eligibility: Offerors must have an established business in Zimbabwe or plan to establish one within 30 days of award and must be registered in the SAM (System for Award Management) database.
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the lowest priced, acceptable, responsible quoter.
Additional Notes
- A pre-quotation conference will be held on June 3, 2026, at 10:00 am (Harare time) at a U.S. Embassy residence. Prospective offerors must contact HarareGSOProcurement@state.gov by June 1, 2026, for details and entry arrangements.
- Offerors are strongly urged to inspect the site.
- Submissions must be electronic to HarareGSOProcurement@state.gov, in English, using MS-Word/Excel 2007/2010 or Adobe Acrobat (PDF). File size limit is 30MB per file.
- Required documents include SF-1442, Section A (Pricing), Section L (Representations and Certifications), Section J (Instructions), and proof of SAM Registration.
People
Points of Contact
Damian RichardPRIMARY
Annie ChinyanganyaSECONDARY
Files
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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Posted: May 28, 2026