cellular phone services
ID: 19GV1024Q0030Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY CONAKRYWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (51711)

PSC

IT and Telecom - Network: Satellite Communications and Telecom Access Services (DG11)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/faa27cda7a8141dfa46cc393abc16048/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Conakry, Guinea, is seeking proposals for cellular phone services under RFQ number 19GV1024Q0030. The contractor will provide mobile telephone services for official embassy purposes, including standard monthly plans and temporary additional services, ensuring high-quality network connectivity and robust customer support. This contract is crucial for maintaining effective communication for embassy operations and has a financial framework with a minimum order of $10,000 and a maximum of $400,000 over a one-year period, with options for renewal. Interested contractors must submit their quotations electronically by October 10, 2024, and can contact Timothy R. Carpenter at CarpenterTR1@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Carpenter, Timothy R
    (771) 206-8323
    CarpenterTR1@state.gov
    Procurement team
    00224655104000
    ConakryProc@state.gov
    Files
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    08052024_AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION_MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT - SF-30.pdf
    The file details a modification to a solicitation for proposals issued by the American Embassy in Conakry, Guinea, extending the submission deadline from August 5th to August 20th, 2024. This amendment, effective August 16th, 2024, is issued under the authority of FAR 43.103(b) and does not require a signature from the contractor. Vendors are instructed to acknowledge receipt of the amendment and ensure their proposals are submitted in English. The modification leaves all other terms and conditions unchanged. It's focused on altering the deadline and maintaining the integrity of the solicitation's English language requirement, with contractors able to make changes to their submissions ahead of the new deadline.
    19GV1024Q0030 CellPh-Services-Contract.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Conakry, Guinea, has issued Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19GV1024Q0030, seeking providers for cellular phone services. Quotations must be submitted electronically by September 10, 2024, and should include required forms, pricing information, SAM registration proof, and cybersecurity risk management documentation. The bidding process involves comparative evaluation, not solely based on low pricing but assessing overall value and compliance with federal regulations. The contract will entail mobile telephone services for official embassy purposes, featuring standard monthly plans and temporary additional services as needed. The base contract period is one year, with potential for two additional years. Key service specifications include uninterruptible network connectivity, robust customer support, detailed billing, and a commitment to high-quality service standards. The contract's financial framework caps expenditures at $400,000, with a minimum order of $10,000 required. Additionally, the contractor must ensure training for embassy staff and take necessary measures for equipment exchanges and recovery plans in emergencies. Compliance with various federal acquisition regulations and clauses is mandated throughout the contract's lifecycle. This RFQ illustrates the operational needs and governance standards upheld by U.S. government procurements abroad.
    Attachment 1 PrA UOL_NOT SAM REGISTERED.doc
    The American Embassy in Conakry has excluded Orange Guinea's proposal for a primary 40 Mbps internet channel from further consideration, as it failed to meet a key requirement. The company was not registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of submission, which is a mandatory prerequisite stated in FAR 52.204-7(b)(1) and FAR 4.1102(a). Since SAM registration is a minimum eligibility criterion, the proposal cannot be revised and must be resubmitted with the necessary corrections to be considered.
    Pre-solicitation Notice 19GV1024Q0030.docx
    The Pre-Sollicitation Notice seeks cellular phone services for the U.S. Embassy in Conakry, Guinea. It emphasizes the requirement for furnishing SIM cards and mentions a pre-proposal conference at the embassy on August 14th. The potential contract duration is notable, comprising a base year with four one-year options, reflecting the government's potential long-term commitment. The notice provides contact information for embassy personnel involved in the procurement process and emphasizes the electronic submission method for offers. Registration in the SAM database is mandatory for contractors, and the response date will be specified in the official solicitation.
    SF30-For 19GV1024Q0030.pdf
    This government document serves as an amendment to a solicitation, specifically altering the due date for proposals from September 11, 2024, to October 10, 2024. It specifies that offers must acknowledge receipt of the amendment before the newly designated deadline, providing multiple methods for acknowledgment, including returning a signed copy or sending a separate letter or electronic communication that references the solicitation. The amendment emphasizes that failure to acknowledge the amendment in time could lead to the rejection of offers. Moreover, all submissions must be in English, as per FAR regulations. The document also lays out further instructions for contractors regarding the amendment and provides detailed information on how to fill out various sections of the modification form (Standard Form 30). This amendment enhances clarity and compliance in the offer submission process for potential contractors and streamlines the proposal timeline, ensuring participants are adequately informed of changes to solicitation terms.
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