Solicitation for gardening and general services for U. S. Government property in Asuncion. Services include lawn care, plant maintenance, pool cleaning, gutter and drainage cleaning, and exterior area upkeep. The contract period is one year with options for four additional one-year renewals. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for August 7, 2026. Offerors must demonstrate business establishment in Paraguay or plans to establish an office within 30 days of award, provide SAM registration, and past performance information. The award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable, responsible contractor.
The contract performance period begins with the start date in the Notice to Proceed, which will be issued at least 10 days after contract award, unless an earlier date is agreed upon. Insurance is due 10 days after award. A grounds maintenance plan, list of personnel, and transition plan are also required within specified timeframes after award.
Payment will be made by the government to the contractor's designated address. Invoices are to be submitted monthly. Value Added Tax (VAT) is not applicable as the U. S. Embassy has a tax exemption certificate.
The contract will be awarded to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror who is a responsible contractor.
Offerors must demonstrate ability to perform, including having a project manager fluent in English, operating an established business in Paraguay or planning to establish one, providing SAM registration, and showing relevant past performance and experience. They must also prove they can provide necessary personnel, equipment, and financial resources, and address plans for obtaining local licenses and permits.
The contract includes clauses for liquidated damages related to subcontracting plans and potential termination if insurance certificates are not submitted timely. Failure to comply with standards of conduct can result in employee removal.
A site visit is mandatory and will be held on August 7, 2026, 9:00am at Mayor Evacio Perinciolo Merlo ****, entre Alejo Silva y Tte. Machio, Barrio San Jorge Asuncion. Contact Jose Vazquez at ***@***. *. * for more information or to arrange entry.
Risks include failure to comply with solicitation terms, providing non-conforming proposals, having an unsatisfactory past performance record, failing to meet responsibility determination criteria, and not timely submitting required insurance certificates.