Administrative Support Services
ID: PR12882242Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Office Administrative ServicesT (5611)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7f1b3a19229642208735d59bac6fd870/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of State is seeking qualified contractors to provide administrative support services at the U.S. Embassy in Quito, Ecuador, primarily focused on a major contact management project coinciding with the arrival of a new Ambassador. The selected contractor will be responsible for transferring approximately 6,000 contact records to the Salesforce database, ensuring data accuracy, and assisting with event preparations for representational functions, including the processing of end-of-year gratuities. This contract, which is fixed-price for a period of 12 months, emphasizes the importance of operational efficiency and continuity in support of the Embassy's activities. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 5:00 p.m. local time on September 19, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Deryl Van Coblijn at QuitoProcurement@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jose Balseca
    59323985284
    59323985283
    BalsecaJJ@state.gov
    Deryl van Coblijn
    59323985106
    VanCoblijnDS@state.gov
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    PR12882242_SOW.docx
    The U.S. Embassy in Ecuador is soliciting data entry and administrative support services for a contact management project coinciding with the arrival of a new Ambassador. The main tasks involve transitioning to Salesforce as the primary contact management tool, maintaining and updating the contact database, and assisting with event preparations for representational functions. Key deliverables include transferring approximately 6,000 contact entries to Salesforce, reviewing existing data for accuracy, and supporting the processing of end-of-year gratuities by January 15, 2025. The contract is fixed-price over twelve months, with monthly payments contingent on performance verification. Technical requirements include typing proficiency, Salesforce experience, familiarity with document management, fluency in English and Spanish, and security clearance. The contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder, emphasizing the need for relevant past performance references. This RFP illustrates the Embassy’s commitment to operational efficiency and continuity, ensuring all necessary preparations and systems are in place for the Ambassador's inaugural activities.
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