Global Advisory (Update)
ID: 19AQMM22R0071-2Type: Sources Sought
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STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUMWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

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SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: OTHER (R799)
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    Posted Oct 24, 2023 4:49 PM
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    Updated Apr 23, 2024 12:00 AM
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    Due Not available
Description

Sources Sought Notice: STATE, DEPARTMENT OF is seeking support for global advisory services. This service is typically used to provide management support in various areas. The Government is currently developing the Global Advisory Request for Proposal (RFP), with a tentative release schedule in Q2 of FY24. The primary point of contacts for this procurement are Taynelle McCloud (mccloudtl@state.gov) and Todd McNelly (mcnellyrt@state.gov). Additional supporting contacts include Andrew Lawson (lawsonar@state.gov) and Wade Ward (wardbw@state.gov). For more information, refer to the previous Global Advisory postings/notices on SAM.gov.

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Taynelle McCloud
mccloudtl@state.gov
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