Active Solicitation · DEPARTMENT OF STATE

    2027 SAPPORO SNOW SCULPTURE

    DEPARTMENT OF STATE
    Sol. 19JA7026Q0085PresolicitationWASHINGTON, DC
    Open · 35d remaining
    DAYS TO CLOSE
    35
    closes May 29, 2026
    POSTED
    Apr 24, 2026
    Publication date
    NAICS CODE
    561920
    Primary industry classification
    PSC CODE
    R708
    Product & service classification

    AI Summary

    The U.S. Consulate General in Sapporo is seeking a contractor for the design, construction, maintenance, and presentation of a large-scale snow sculpture for the 2027 Sapporo Snow Festival. This firm-fixed-price contract aims to promote U.S.-Japan relations and enhance festival visibility. Interested contractors must be registered in the SAM database prior to submitting a quotation.

    Contract details

    Solicitation No.
    19JA7026Q0085
    Notice Type
    Presolicitation
    Posted Date
    April 24, 2026
    Response Deadline
    May 29, 2026
    NAICS Code
    561920AI guide
    PSC / Class Code
    R708
    Primary Contact
    Matthew J. Hafner
    State
    DC
    ZIP Code
    20520
    AI Product/Service
    service

    Description

    Please note this solicitation is not ready to be issued as of this date.  The U.S. Consulate General in Sapporo, Japan, will launch the solicitation on the SAM.gov website when it is available.

    This is a firm-fixed-price contract for the Contractor to carry out 2027 Sapporo Snow Sculpture to support Mission Japan.  The U.S. Consulate General in Sapporo seeks the design, construction, maintenance, and presentation support of a large-scale snow sculpture to be featured in one of the blocks reserved for large sculptures at Odori Park during the 2027 Sapporo Snow Festival. The sculpture will promote U.S.-Japan relations, celebrate America, and serve as a prominent, visually engaging installation for festival attendees. Given the increased scale and visibility of a large sculpture, the Consulate intends to incorporate enhanced lighting, stage programming opportunities, and filming—either directly or via contractors—of both the construction and exhibition for official promotional use.

    All responsible sources may submit a quotation, which will be considered.

    The Government may award the contract based on the initial offer without discussion.  The resultant contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract.

    All U.S. Contractors must be registered in the SAM (System for Award Management) Database https://www.sam.gov prior to submitting a quotation pursuant to FAR provision 52.204-7.  Therefore, prospective quoters are required to register prior to the submittal of quotations.

    It is recommended for oversea Contractors to be registered in the SAM (System for Award Management) Database https://www.sam.gov prior to an award of the contract. 

    This opportunity is subject to 52.229-12 - Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements (FEB 2021)

    Electronic Submission/Responses: This opportunity allows for electronic responses.  Please submit your quote prior to the response date and time.  Please ensure your email with your quote does not exceed 15MB, if it does then you might have to send more than one email.

    Key dates

    1. April 24, 2026Posted Date
    2. May 29, 2026Proposals / Responses Due

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    2027 SAPPORO SNOW SCULPTURE is a federal acquisition solicitation issued by DEPARTMENT OF STATE. Review the full description, attachments, and submission requirements on SamSearch before the response deadline.

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