RFQ# 19PK3327Q7082 - Attorney Services for Disposal of Property in Peshawar
STATE, DEPARTMENT OF.STATE, DEPARTMENT OF.US EMBASSY ISLAMABAD · Response deadline: Mon, 23 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of State's U.S. Embassy Islamabad is soliciting quotes for attorney services specifically related to the disposal of property in Peshawar, Pakistan. This is a legal services procurement under NAICS code 541110, which covers Offices of Lawyers—establishments primarily engaged in practicing law and providing legal advice and representation.
Property disposal in a foreign context like Peshawar typically involves navigating local Pakistani property law, ensuring proper title transfer, addressing any encumbrances or disputes, and complying with both U.S. government requirements and Pakistani legal frameworks. This type of work commonly demands local legal expertise—particularly attorneys licensed to practice in Pakistan with knowledge of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provincial regulations and any tribal area considerations that may affect Peshawar property transactions. The embassy would need legal counsel to protect U.S. government interests while ensuring transactions withstand scrutiny under both jurisdictions.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of State, U.S. Embassy Islamabad |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 19PK3327Q7082 |
| NAICS | 541110 (Offices of Lawyers) |
| Set-aside | No Set aside used |
| Response deadline | November 23, 2026, 11:59 PM Pakistan Standard Time (UTC+5) |
| Place of performance | Islamabad, PK-IS |
Who can bid
This is an unrestricted, full and open competition with no small-business set-aside. Any responsible offeror capable of performing the required legal services may submit a quote, including large businesses and foreign entities. However, given the nature of the work, bidders likely need attorneys qualified to practice law in Pakistan—specifically with standing before Pakistani courts and familiarity with property transactions in Peshawar and the broader Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region.
Small businesses are eligible to compete but should carefully assess whether they possess the requisite local legal credentials and capacity. The absence of a set-aside means competition may include established international law firms or larger legal service providers with existing embassy relationships.
How to put together a competitive bid
For attorney services contracts abroad, competitiveness depends heavily on demonstrating ** jurisdictional expertise** and clear fee structures. Consider these elements:
Legal credentials: See the solicitation for specific licensing requirements, but emphasize Pakistani Bar admission, any Peshawar High Court enrollment, and proven experience with property disposal or real estate transactions in that jurisdiction.
Local knowledge: Highlight familiarity with Pakistani land registration systems, mutation procedures, potential encroachment issues common in Peshawar, and experience resolving disputes through Pakistani courts or alternative mechanisms.
Past performance: Document comparable work for U.S. government entities, international organizations, or complex cross-border property matters. Embassy legal services often prioritize reliability and security clearance considerations—see the solicitation for any applicable requirements.
Pricing structure: Legal services typically quote hourly rates, fixed fees per milestone, or hybrid arrangements. Given property disposal complexity, consider proposing fees tied to specific deliverables (title verification, negotiation, completion of transfer) with provisions for unforeseen disputes.
Conflict of interest disclosure: Be prepared to disclose any relationships with potential counterparties in the property transaction, as embassy procurements routinely require this.
Next steps
Read the complete solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number 19PK3327Q7082. Verify all qualification requirements, specific scope details, and submission instructions that are not contained in this summary.
Critical deadline: Responses are due November 23, 2026, at 11:59 PM Pakistan Standard Time (UTC+5). Note the timezone—bidders outside South Asia should adjust carefully to avoid missing the deadline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →