Landline and PRI Services for the Embassy Phone System from 01/01/2026 to 12/31/2026
ID: 19M05526P0069Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY RABATSouissi, Rabat, 10170, Morocco

NAICS

Telecommunications (517)

PSC

TELEPHONE AND TELEGRAPH EQUIPMENT (5805)

Set Aside

Local Area Set-Aside (FAR 26.2) (LAS)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/338bd948389947b7b2db8e8b4483bd03/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Embassy in Rabat, Morocco, is soliciting bids for landline and Primary Rate Interface (PRI) services for the period of January 1 to December 31, 2026. The procurement includes approximately 150 non-internet-based, copper-wire landlines for the Embassy compound and designated residences, as well as four PRI lines providing 800 Direct Inward Dialing numbers, with existing numbers to be retained. These services are crucial for maintaining reliable communication within the Embassy and its associated locations. Interested local firms with relevant expertise must submit their comprehensive offers, including pricing details, to rabatgsoprocurement@state.gov by December 24, 2025, at 4:00 PM local time, referencing PR15713814. Questions regarding the solicitation are due by December 17, 2025, at 4:00 PM local time.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Mouna Khatabi
    khatabim@state.gov
    Rabat GSO Contracts
    RabatGSOContracts@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    PR15713814 - Landline Service for the Embassy Residences and PRI for the Embassy Phone System.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Rabat, Morocco, is soliciting bids for landline and Primary Rate Interface (PRI) services for the period of January 1 to December 31, 2026. The requirement includes approximately 150 non-internet-based, copper-wire landlines for the Embassy compound and residences in specific Rabat neighborhoods, with existing Embassy compound numbers to be retained. Additionally, the Embassy needs four PRI lines (ISDN Primary access) for the compound, providing 800 Direct Inward Dialing numbers, which must also remain the same. PRI support can be copper or fiber. Subcontracting is strictly prohibited for both services. Bidders must submit a comprehensive offer for both services, including pricing for installation, monthly fees, and call rates, to rabatgsoprocurement@state.gov by December 24, 2025, at 4:00 PM local time. Participation is limited to local, specialized firms with relevant expertise, and all offers must reference PR15713814. Questions are due by December 17, 2025, at 4:00 PM local time.
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