Surveys of Public Opinion
ID: 19MJ1925Q0001_Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling (541910)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: MARKET RESEARCH/PUBLIC OPINION (R422)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7311d635d93c4435b89bd9a5380d3f28/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Embassy in Podgorica, Montenegro, has announced the cancellation of solicitation number 19MJ1925Q0001, which was intended for conducting surveys of public opinion. This procurement was initially posted on January 24, 2024, but was officially cancelled on January 27, 2024, due to an executive order regarding the reevaluation and realignment of U.S. foreign aid, which imposes a 90-day suspension of foreign assistance starting January 20, 2025. The surveys are critical for understanding public sentiment and informing U.S. diplomatic efforts in the region. Interested vendors are encouraged to retain their contact information for future opportunities, and all inquiries should be directed to the Contracting Officer, Karlene Frelich, at PodgoricaSolicitations@state.gov or by phone at 38220410500.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Karlene Frelich
    38220410500
    38220241358
    PodgoricaSolicitations@state.gov
    Jelena Kaludjerovic
    38220410500
    38220241358
    PodgoricaSolicitations@state.gov
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    Notice of Solicitation Cancellation 19MJ1925Q0001.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Podgorica, Montenegro, has issued a cancellation notice for solicitation number 19MJ1925Q0001, initially posted on January 24, 2024. This solicitation, related to public opinion surveys, was officially cancelled on January 27, 2024, due to an executive order on Reevaluating and Realigning U.S. Foreign Aid, which mandates a temporary suspension of U.S. foreign assistance for 90 days from January 20, 2025. The notice reassures interested companies that their contact information will be retained for future opportunities and encourages continued participation in upcoming procurements. All inquiries should be directed to the Contracting Officer via the specified email. The cancelling official, Marisa Mac Isaac, thanks participating organizations for their interest in the solicitation. This document underscores the influence of governmental directives on the procurement process and the importance of communication within federal contracting frameworks.
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