Accommodation for long-term Lease/Purchase (Ambassador's Residence)

 14.03.2024

The European Union Delegation to Iceland seeks suitable accommodation, either an apartment or a house, to serve as the official residence for the Ambassador, available for long-term lease or purchase.

1. Type of Premises, Building Condition, and Size

We welcome various types of premises, including spacious apartments, semi-detached, or detached houses. The selected building must be well maintained, requiring no additional improvement or repair work.

2. Image and Representation

The chosen building’s image and location should reflect the official standing of the occupant as the EU representative in Iceland, without being overly ostentatious.

3. Location

Preferably situated within the 101, 105, and 107 areas of Reykjavík or 170 (Seltjarnarnes) the building should be easily accessible by both private vehicle and public transport.

4. Functionality

The space should preferably allow for a separation between official and private parts of the residence.

Reception Area:

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• Adequate space for official receptions accommodating a minimum of 50 guests
• A dining room capable of seating at least 16 people, located near the kitchen.
• A kitchen area suitable to serve the residence’s size and function
• Toilet facilities located near reception area.

Optional features:

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• A cloakroom near the entrance, if feasible.
• Provision for a guest bedroom.

Private Area:

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• Minimum requirements: Master bedroom + minimum 2 other bedrooms guest room (if not already included in the reception area), one or more bathrooms, min. 2x WC, a sitting area.

Optional features:

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• A designated office space (alternatively located in the reception area).
• A small kitchen
• Laundry area
• Cellars and storage areas

Other:

4.

• Private parking + available street parking nearby.
4. Size

The total surface area of all rooms should be at least 300 m² and not exceed 600 m².

Proposals must be submitted:

A – either by post, no later than 02 April 2024 at 12.00 hrs local time Reykjavik to the address indicated in the contact details;

B – or delivered by hand, no later the 12.00 hrs on 02 April 2024 local time Reykjavik to the address indicated in the contact details;

C – or by email, no later than 12.00 hrs on 02 April 2024 local time Reykjavik to the address in the contact details.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OVERVIEW

Ongoing

Other

>€ 140.000

02.04.2024

CONTACT DETAILS

For further information, please liaise with the Delegation by phone +354 864 3389 or by email delegation-iceland-procurement@eeas.europa.eu

The proposals should contain a brief description of the object;

1. Size of the object, sqm, number of bedrooms and other rooms;
2. Floor plans if available;
3. Photos of the object interior and exterior.

Address of the Delegation:

Reykjastræti 2, 4. hæð, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

delegation-iceland-procurement@eeas.europa.eu