JOFOC for PR11492178 - Embassy Internet
ID: PR11492178Type: Justification
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFS EMBASSY ABU DHABIWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE AS A SERVICE (DA10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d38ec11940ae4990a9d3e4ef27a2e556/view
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    Description

    The Department of State is seeking to procure internet services for the U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi under the justification of a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) for PR11492178. This procurement aims to secure reliable internet connectivity, which is crucial for the embassy's operations and communication needs. The services will fall under the category of IT and telecom, specifically focusing on business application and application development software as a service. Interested vendors can reach out to Shelly Kadlec at AbuDhabiContracts@state.gov or by phone at +97124142200 for further details regarding this opportunity.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Shelly Kadlec
    97124142200
    97124142696
    AbuDhabiContracts@state.gov
    Files
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    JOFOC DTSPO.pdf
    The Embassy of Abu Dhabi seeks to use other than full and open competition for a one-year contract (04/22/2023 - 04/21/2024) with Etisalat for a 250 Mbps Dedicated Internet Leased Link at an estimated annual cost of $168,340. Etisalat is the sole provider capable of fulfilling this requirement due to existing monopolistic regulations in the UAE telecommunication market, as indicated by a recent evaluation where an alternative provider was deemed technically unacceptable. The justification includes that the contract aligns with FAR 6.302-1(c) for expert services and demonstrates the necessity for exclusive provider selection to meet mission needs.
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