JOFOC for PR11360595 VNET renewal
ID: PR11360595Type: Justification
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFS EMBASSY ABU DHABIWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK AS A SERVICE (DG10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/aaca962fb54046ae9767ee7248edf84f/view
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    Description

    The Department of State, specifically the S Embassy in Abu Dhabi, is seeking to procure services related to the renewal of the VNET under the procurement request PR11360595. This opportunity involves a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) for the renewal of network services, which are critical for maintaining secure and efficient communication systems within the embassy. The VNET services are essential for the embassy's operations, ensuring reliable IT and telecom network capabilities. Interested vendors can reach out to Shelly Kadlec at AbuDhabiContracts@state.gov or by phone at +97124142200 for further details regarding this procurement opportunity.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Shelly Kadlec
    97124142200
    97124142696
    AbuDhabiContracts@state.gov
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