AUDIO/VIDEO AND VIDEO-TELECONFERENCING MAINTENANCE
ID: 19AQMM-RFI-AVVTCMAIN-2023Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUMWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - IT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DF01)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d8ee61fa8e42452584935aee4603847d/view
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    Sources Sought STATE, DEPARTMENT OF is seeking potential sources for Audio/Video and Video-Teleconferencing Maintenance services. This service is typically used for the maintenance and support of audio/video and video-teleconferencing systems. The Department of State is conducting market research and procurement planning in Arlington, Virginia. This notice is not a formal Request for Quotes (RFQ) and does not guarantee an award will be made. The objective is to gauge industry interest and determine set-aside possibilities for small businesses. The draft minimum technical requirements are provided in the attached specifications. Please see attachments for additional details.

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    Funmi Williams
    williamso2@state.gov
    Files
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    AV_VTC Maintenance RFI.docx
    AV PWS - 12-2023 - Final Draft.pdf
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