U.S. National Day Venue and Catering - 2026
Key Dates
Due Date
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Posted Date
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Agency & Value
Agency
U.S. EMBASSY MANAMA
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
19BA3026Q0002
NAICS
721110 - Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels
Classification Code
V231
Additional Details
The U.S. Embassy in Manama, Bahrain, has announced a forthcoming procurement opportunity for venue and catering services in support of its National Day celebration in 2026. This presolicitation notice, identified by procurement number 19BA3026Q0002, signals the Embassy’s intent to engage qualified vendors capable of providing comprehensive event hosting and catering solutions for this significant diplomatic occasion. The solicitation will be formally released on the SAM.gov website once available.
The scope of this procurement encompasses the provision of a suitable venue and associated catering services within the city of Zinj, Bahrain. The Embassy seeks to partner with a contractor that can deliver a high-quality event environment and culinary experience, reflecting the prestige and importance of the U.S. National Day. The successful contractor will be expected to meet all technical requirements as specified in the forthcoming solicitation, ensuring seamless event execution and guest satisfaction.
The procurement is classified under NAICS code 721110, which pertains to Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels, indicating a preference for established hospitality providers with experience in hosting large-scale, formal events. The Product Service Code (PSC) V231 further specifies the requirement for lodging and hospitality services. The Embassy will evaluate all quotations received and intends to award the contract to the lowest priced, technically acceptable, and responsible offeror. Notably, the government reserves the right to make an award based on initial offers without further discussion, underscoring the importance of submitting a complete and competitive proposal from the outset.
While registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is not mandatory for this opportunity, all offerors must possess a valid CAGE or N-CAGE code for verification purposes. This requirement ensures that only legitimate and verifiable entities are considered for contract award.
Interested vendors are encouraged to prepare for electronic submission of their proposals. Offers must be submitted via email prior to the stated response deadline of June 9, 2026, at 13:06 local time. Offerors should be mindful of the 30 MB email size limit; if necessary, proposals may be split across multiple emails to ensure successful delivery.
The contracting activity is managed by the U.S. Embassy Manama, operating under the U.S. Department of State. Primary and secondary points of contact for this opportunity are Sean Daniels ([email protected], +973 1724 2839) and Geji Joseph ([email protected], +973 1724 2724), respectively. Additional communication may be directed via fax to +973 1724 2464.
This opportunity remains active as of the posting date, May 26, 2026. Contractors with relevant experience in hospitality, event management, and catering services—particularly those with a proven track record of supporting diplomatic or high-profile events—are encouraged to monitor the SAM.gov listing for the official solicitation release and to prepare their proposals accordingly.
For further details and updates, interested parties should refer to the official notice on SAM.gov at: https://sam.gov/opp/10be358b35614a7197a17348425f57a9/view.