Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Elevator control system upgrade goods & services

The Department of State, U.S. Embassy Kathmandu, issued solicitation 19NP4026Q0025 as a special notice of intent to negotiate a sole source contract with Continental Associates Pvt. Ltd. This requirement covers goods and services for an elevator control system upgrade at the Chancery building in Kathmandu, Nepal. The project involves two OTIS GEN2 traction elevators installed in December 2005 that require upgrades to ensure continued safe and secure operations. Specifically, the contractor must restore non-functional security features mandated by the Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO), including T17 Night Shutdown and Capture Operations.

The procurement is classified under NAICS 333921 for Elevator and Moving Stairway Manufacturing and PSC Z1NZ for Maintenance of Other Utilities. This notice includes two attachments published on May 14, 2026: a Statement of Work (SOW.pdf) and a Special Notice document. Albina Collingham is the designated point of contact for this requirement.

Interested parties capable of fulfilling these requirements must submit their responses via email by May 22, 2026, at 17:00 local time. Performance will take place at the U.S. Embassy facilities in Kathmandu, Nepal. The government intends to proceed with the sole source award in accordance with regulatory requirements unless alternative capable sources are identified through this notice.