RFQ_19NP4026Q2111_Network Switches
ID: 19NP4026Q2111Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing (334210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK: DIGITAL NETWORK PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7G21)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/35be441837c84db1a3254bb6b39988bf/view
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    Description

    The US Embassy in Kathmandu is seeking proposals for the procurement of network switches, specifically the Cisco Catalyst 9300 series or equivalent, along with necessary licenses and power supplies. The contractor will be responsible for all logistics, including customs, shipping, and management support functions, ensuring timely delivery of the equipment. This procurement is critical for maintaining the embassy's IT infrastructure and operational capabilities. Proposals are due by January 5, 2026, at 11:59 PM Kathmandu local time, with inquiries accepted until December 12, 2025. Interested vendors must be registered in the SAM database, and the contract will be awarded based on the lowest priced, acceptable, and responsible offeror.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Vineet Chaudhary
    0097714234594
    0097714007277
    chaudharyv@state.gov
    William J Miskelly
    014234000
    MISKELLYWJ@state.gov
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    The US Embassy Kathmandu has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation (19NP4026Q2111) for network switches, including Cisco Catalyst 9300 series or equivalent, along with associated licenses and power supplies. The contractor must handle all logistics, customs, shipping, and management. Proposals are due by January 5, 2026, at 11:59 pm Kathmandu local time, and queries must be submitted by December 12, 2025. All offerors must be registered in the SAM database. The contract is a firm-fixed price purchase order, with delivery required within 30 days of award to either the American Embassy in Nepal or Lincoln Moving & Storage in Kent, USA. Evaluation will be based on the lowest priced, acceptable, and responsible offeror, with criteria including product specifications, delivery capability, SAM registration, past performance, resources, and required licenses.
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