Digital Monitoring Services
ID: 19GT5024Q0051Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUSEMBASSY GUATEMALA CITYWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Media RepresentativesT (54184)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM EVALUATION/REVIEW/DEVELOPMENT (R410)

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https://sam.gov/opp/c798b35d2a7b48748033218785022695/view
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    The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Guatemala, is seeking offers for a 12-month contract to provide digital monitoring services focused on public affairs topics. The selected contractor will be responsible for delivering weekly and monthly reports, covering at least four specific themes as outlined in the solicitation. This service is crucial for the Embassy's efforts to stay informed on relevant public discourse and media coverage in Guatemala. Quotations are due by September 23, 2024, and interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and comply with various federal regulations. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Patrick G. Dignan at DignanPG@state.gov or Lorena Galdamez at GaldamezAL@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Patrick G. Dignan
    50223540191
    DignanPG@state.gov
    Lorena Galdamez
    50252058011
    GaldamezAL@state.gov
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    RFQ 19GT5024Q0051 - Digital Monitoring Services.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Guatemala issued Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19GT5024Q0051 for digital monitoring services over a 12-month period. The contract aims to provide weekly and monthly reports on various public affairs topics. Quotations are due by September 23, 2024, with submissions required in specified formats and file sizes. Incomplete proposals will not be accepted, and interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to ensure their offers are considered. The scope of work includes detailed pricing that covers all associated costs, excluding value-added tax (VAT), as the government is exempt. Proposals must include a comprehensive methodology, prior experience, a team profile, and samples of previous analyses. Additional requirements include proof of SAM registration and participation in a capacity test. Key clauses relevant to the contract emphasize cybersecurity protocols, contractor responsibilities in risk management, and compliance with various federal regulations. The document underlines the emphasis on fiscal responsibility and transparency, reflecting the government's intent to foster competition while adhering to procurement integrity standards.
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