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ID: 19J01026Q0008 • Type: Solicitation • Match:  95%
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Description

Enclosed is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Catering Services at the U.S Embassy Amman Jordan. If you would like to submit a quotation, follow the instructions in Section 3 of the solicitation, complete the required portions of the attached document, and submit it to the email address shown on the Standard Form 1442 (Box 8) that follows this letter.

Quotations are due by July 16, 2026 at 16:30 PM (Amman Time GMT+3). Quotations MUST be submitted by email to AmmanRFQ@state.gov. Offers sent to any other address or addressed to specific individuals will NOT be considered.

Offers MUST be in the following format to be considered acceptable:

  • Email subject line to include [Company/Offeror Name] and RFQ 19J01026Q0008.
  • Attach all documents to the e-mail (Microsoft Word or PDF). We will not accept offers that include links, unsolicited offers, or hard copies.
  • All technical quotations must be on white paper without company logos, watermarks, letterhead or any information that identifies the company.
  • Offers submitted after the deadline or to the incorrect email address will not be considered.

In addition to the Technical Proposal, offers must include the following for the package to be considered complete:

  • SF-1449
  • Section 1, Pricing Schedule.
  • Section 4, Evaluation Factors (Additional information as required).
  • Section 5, Representations and Certifications.
  • Proof of Active SA M Registration

Contract award

The U.S. Government intends to award a contract to the responsible company submitting an acceptable offer at the lowest price. We intend to award a contract based on initial quotations, without holding discussions, although we may hold discussions with companies in the competitive range if there is a need to do so.

The contractor shall attend a mandatory site visit where the layout of the event will be explained, and any questions will be addressed. The site visit will be held at the U.S. Embassy on Wednesday July 07, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Attendance is strongly encouraged, as the Embassy has specific planning, setup, and food presentation requirements. Offerors must register for the site visit by submitting the names of all attendees to ammanRFQquestions@state.gov no later than July 05, 2026, at 3:00 PM local time.

Offerors are required to submit all questions in writing to AmmanRFQquestions@state.gov by July 07, 2026 at 4:30 PM local time. The questions and the Government's answers will be publicly available on the Embassy website.

The U.S. Embassy is prohibited from procuring goods or services from any firms that are not registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). SAM is an integrated procurement database and serves as a single point of entry for vendors seeking to do business with the U.S. Government.

If your company is selected to be awarded the contract, you will be required to complete the attached NDAA and Certification Regarding Compliance with Applicable Federal Anti-Discrimination Law

Background
The U.S. Embassy in Amman, Jordan, is seeking catering services for its annual National Day Event, which is part of the State Department’s Freedom 250 campaign to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Independence Day.

The goal of this contract is to ensure high-quality catering services that meet professional standards for an event anticipated to host approximately 1,400-1,500 guests.

Work Details
The contractor shall provide all necessary labor, materials, equipment, staff, and supervision to fulfill the requirements outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW). Specific tasks include:
- Staffing: Uniformed servers at a minimum ratio of 1 server per 15 guests.
- Furniture & Setup: Provision of 38 cocktail tables with tablecloths.
- Cooking Stations: Grilling station and stoves for food preparation, including preparation, cooking, and presentation of food.
- Dining Ware: Sufficient plates, serving ware, napkins, and cutlery to accommodate all guests.
- Food Service: A minimum of 10 food-serving stations to ensure efficient guest flow.
- Beverage Service: Approximately five beverage bars fully stocked with ice.
- Logistics & Coordination: General event setup and breakdown to ensure smooth operations. The contractor will also supply a signature non-alcoholic “mocktail” beverage and a U.S. flag-designed sheet cake for ceremonial display. The menu will feature popular American barbecue and homestyle fare such as hamburger sliders, mini hotdogs, brisket and ribs, potato salad, cupcakes, and more.

Period of Performance
The event is tentatively scheduled for September 21st, 2026. The contractor must be prepared to execute the catering services on this date.

Place of Performance
U.S. Embassy Amman – Jordan.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must have experience in providing catering services for large events and must comply with all requirements outlined in the solicitation.

Overview

Response Deadline
July 16, 2026, 9:30 a.m. EDT Due in 23 Days
Posted
June 23, 2026, 6:32 a.m. EDT
Set Aside
None
Place of Performance
Amman, JO-AM Jordan
Source

Current SBA Size Standard
$9 Million
Pricing
Multiple Types Common
Evaluation Criteria
Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA)
Est. Level of Competition
Average
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$15,000 - $75,000 (AI estimate)
On 6/23/26 U.S. Embassy In Amman issued Solicitation 19J01026Q0008 for Catering Service J4 due 7/16/26. The opportunity was issued full & open with NAICS 722320 and PSC S203.
Primary Contact
Name
Jeff K. Blythe   Profile
Phone
96265906246
Fax
96265906363

Secondary Contact

Name
Saif Abu Mahfoud   Profile
Phone
96265906073
Fax
None

Additional Contacts in Documents

Title Name Email Phone
None Saif T. AbuMahfoud Profile abumahfoudst@state.gov None

Documents

Posted documents for Solicitation 19J01026Q0008

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
STATE, DEPARTMENT OF > STATE, DEPARTMENT OF > US EMBASSY AMMAN
FPDS Organization Code
1900-JO100
Source Organization Code
100179853
Last Updated
June 23, 2026
Last Updated By
blythejk@state.gov
Archive Date
July 31, 2026