US Embassy Antananarivo VPN and Internet Connection Primary
ID: PR15281324 Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite) (5171)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK AS A SERVICE (DG10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fa129459a599409b87449759e1f61220/view
Timeline
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    Posted Apr 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Apr 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 29, 2025, 1:00 PM UTC
Description

The U.S. Embassy in Antananarivo, Madagascar, is seeking vendors to provide a high-end, dedicated internet service with symmetrical bandwidth options of 60Mbps, 75Mbps, and 100Mbps. The procurement aims to secure a reliable internet connection that meets specific technical requirements, including a dedicated circuit, unfiltered access, and the ability to support VPN encryption devices, ensuring high-quality performance with minimal packet loss and high availability. This service is critical for the Embassy's operations, requiring a contract period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. Interested vendors must submit their quotations to Ruth Rajaona at rajaonarh@state.gov by April 29, 2025, at 4:00 PM local time.

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Ruth Rajaona
antancontracts@state.gov
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