Media Monitoring Services
ID: 19AS2025Q0006Type: Solicitation
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Buyer

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

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- DATA (OTHER THAN SCIENTIFIC) (B506)

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https://sam.gov/opp/13ce7d9d21ea4435bf2388f291b67dc6/view
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    The U.S. Embassy in Canberra is seeking quotations for Media Monitoring Services to enhance its Public Affairs Office's media engagement. The contract requires comprehensive monitoring of print, radio, television, online news, and social media, along with daily briefings and customized reporting optimized for email dissemination. This service is crucial for effective media management and communication within the U.S. Government, ensuring accessibility for multiple account holders. Interested contractors must submit their quotations by February 28, 2025, with the contract expected to commence on March 16, 2025, and run for one year, potentially extending based on performance. For inquiries, contact Terry Alston at cnbgsoprocurement@state.gov or Vicki Page at pagev@state.gov.

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    The U.S. Embassy in Canberra has issued Request for Quotation Number 19AS2025Q0006 for Media Monitoring Services aimed at enhancing the Public Affairs Office's media engagement. Interested contractors must submit their quotations by February 28, 2025, and highlight their capabilities, including a project manager and an established operational background. The contract will span one year, from March 16, 2025, to April 16, 2026, with potential option periods based on satisfactory performance. Key requirements include monitoring various media outlets, providing daily briefings, and generating reports optimized for email dissemination, along with ensuring accessibility for numerous accounts under U.S. Government email addresses. Contractors must also be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the contract award. The selection process emphasizes awarding the contract to the lowest-priced, responsible offeror, with evaluations based on compliance with the solicitation's technical requirements. The document incorporates various clauses from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) pertinent to commercial items, ensuring legal and regulatory standards are followed throughout the contracting process. This meticulous approach reinforces the Embassy's commitment to effective media management while adhering to federal procurement practices.
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