Courier Services for Visa Application
ID: 19SN1025Q0005Type: Presolicitation
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STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY SINGAPOREWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

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Travel Agencies (561510)

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SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: OTHER (R699)
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    The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Singapore, is seeking qualified contractors to provide courier services for visa applications at various embassies within Singapore. The contract will encompass a base year with the possibility of four additional one-year option periods, contingent upon government discretion. These courier services are critical for the timely processing of visa applications, ensuring efficient communication between the embassy and applicants. Interested parties should note that the solicitation will be published on the SAM website, and all submissions must comply with Singapore's legal and regulatory requirements. For inquiries, contact Liam E. Fitzgerald at SGProcurementRFQ@state.gov or Grace Ng at sgprocurementrfq@state.gov.

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