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Purchase of Air filters for US Embassy Asuncion

ID: PR15240400 • Type: Justification

Description

This is a justification for other than full and open competition for an acquisition being conducted by the Department of State, Embassy Asuncion, Contracting Office.

The United States Embassy in Asuncion, Paraguay, requires a sole-source award to CAMFIL USA, Inc. for the procurement ofreplacement filters for the Air Handling Units (AHUs) installed in the New Embassy Compound (NEC). CAMFIL is the only manufacturer that satisfies the performance requirements and compatibility with the AHUs being used by the NEC Asuncion Post. The urgency of this procurement is critical, as the non-availability of these parts will severely affect the operation of the units and may cause serious environmental and health hazards to the buildings, which are in constant occupation of many employees.

Background
The Department of State, Embassy Asuncion, is conducting a sole-source acquisition for replacement filters for the Air Handling Units (AHUs) at the New Embassy Compound (NEC) in Asuncion, Paraguay. CAMFIL USA, Inc. is the only manufacturer that meets the necessary performance requirements and compatibility with the AHUs used by the NEC.

The urgency of this procurement is critical to avoid operational disruptions and potential health hazards due to inadequate air quality in a facility occupied by numerous employees.

Work Details
The contract involves procuring CAMFIL replacement filters specifically designed for the AHUs to ensure proper ventilation system functionality. These filters are essential for maintaining air quality and safety standards within the embassy.

The estimated value of this procurement is $35,000 USD.

Place of Performance
New Embassy Compound (NEC), Asuncion, Paraguay
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Overview

Agency
U.S. Embassy In Asuncion [DOS]
Award Date
April 23, 2025
Response Deadline
None
Posted
April 7, 2025, 11:30 a.m. EDT
Set Aside
None
NAICS
333413 - Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing
PSC
2940 - Engine Air And Oil Filters, Strainers, And Cleaners, Nonaircraft
Place of Performance
Asuncion, PY-ASU 1575 Paraguay
Source
SAM
Current SBA Size Standard
500 Employees
Pricing
Likely Fixed Price
Est. Level of Competition
Sole Source
On 4/7/25 U.S. Embassy In Asuncion issued Justification PR15240400 for Purchase of Air filters for US Embassy Asuncion.
Primary Contact
Name
Anthony Y Sung   Profile
Email
sungay@state.gov
Phone
595972678630

Secondary Contact

Name
Alberto G. Bartz   Profile
Email
bartzag@state.gov
Phone
595212483098

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
STATE, DEPARTMENT OF > STATE, DEPARTMENT OF > US EMBASSY ASUNCION
FPDS Organization Code
1900-PA100
Source Organization Code
100168370
Last Updated
May 7, 2025
Last Updated By
sungay@state.gov
Archive Date
May 7, 2025