Wireline Communication Services for the U.S. Mission to Canada
ID: 19CA5226Q0003Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUSEMBASSY OTTAWAWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111)

PSC

IT and Telecom - Network: Satellite Communications and Telecom Access Services (DG11)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/150b2895e1304986b5b234ed0570de51/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of State is seeking qualified vendors to provide Wireline Communication Services for the U.S. Diplomatic Mission to Canada, including the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa and various consulates across the country. The contract encompasses a range of services such as Analog Phone Services, Data Transport Services (PRI), SIP-Based Telephony Services, and Managed Dedicated Internet Services, with an emphasis on comprehensive invoicing and service continuity. This procurement is critical for maintaining effective communication capabilities for U.S. diplomatic operations in Canada. Quotations are due by January 5, 2025, at 16:00 EST, and interested parties must be registered in the SAM database and submit their proposals via email to ContractsOttawa@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Contracting Officer
    (613) 688-5250
    ContractsOttawa@state.gov
    Files
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    19CA5226Q0003 Wireline Communication Svc 202511124 Released.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy Ottawa has issued Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19CA5226Q0003 for Wireline Communication Services for the U.S. Diplomatic Mission to Canada. The contract, spanning a base year and three one-year options, covers services in Ottawa, Vancouver, Calgary, Winnipeg, Toronto, Montreal, Quebec, and Halifax. The RFQ details requirements for Analog Phone Services, Data Transport Services (PRI), SIP-Based Telephony Services, and Synchronous/Asynchronous Managed Dedicated Internet Services. Key aspects include comprehensive invoicing, online self-serve capabilities, and a guarantee of service continuity despite payment delays. Quotations are due by January 5, 2025, at 16:00 EST, must be in English, and require SAM registration and submission of specific forms in PDF format to ContractsOttawa@state.gov.
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