ContractSolicitation

BSB| PAS| Virtual Reality Experiences U.S.Brazil Engagement

DEPARTMENT OF STATE 19BR2525Q0118
Response Deadline
Sep 17, 2025
Deadline passed
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Notice Type
Solicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Brasília, Brazil, is seeking proposals for the creation of four immersive virtual reality (VR) experiences to commemorate the 250th anniversary of U.S. Independence. The project aims to design, produce, and deliver VR content that highlights U.S. culture, history, and innovation, specifically focusing on themes such as Route 66, national parks, historic sites, and NASA space exploration, with narration provided in Brazilian Portuguese. This initiative is intended to enhance outreach efforts at American Spaces across Brazil, fostering a deeper understanding of U.S. values and policies. Proposals are due by September 17, 2025, at 2:00 PM local Brasília time, with a pre-proposal conference scheduled for September 10, 2025. Interested contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and can contact Tracy Musacchio at musacchiotl@state.gov or Laís Morais at MoraisLBM@state.gov for further information.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
238210
Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors
PSC Code
DG01
IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR)

Solicitation Documents

3 Files
RFQ 19BR2525Q0118 - PAS Virtual Reality Experiences U.S.Brazil Engagement.pdf
PDF829 KBSep 2, 2025
AI Summary
The U.S. Embassy in Brasília, Brazil, issued Request for Proposal (RFQ) number 19BR2525Q0118 for the creation of four immersive virtual reality (VR) experiences to celebrate the 250th anniversary of U.S. Independence. The Public Diplomacy Section requires a contractor to design, produce, and deliver these VR experiences, highlighting U.S. culture, history, landscapes, and innovation for use in outreach efforts in Brazil. Key requirements include four three-minute VR experiences covering themes like Route 66, national parks, historic sites, and NASA space exploration, with narration in Brazilian Portuguese. Proposals are due by September 17th, 2025, 2:00 PM local Brasília time, and offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). A pre-proposal conference is scheduled for September 10th. The contract period of performance is from September 30th, 2025, to March 1st, 2026, with final VR versions ideally delivered by February 1st, 2026. Award will be based on the lowest-priced, acceptable, and responsible offer, with evaluation considering compliance with RFQ terms and the offeror's capability and past performance. Various FAR and DOSAR clauses, including those on foreign procurements and contractor identification, are incorporated into the contract.
SOW - Virtual Reality Experiences for America 250 - 19BR2525Q0118.pdf
PDF231 KBSep 2, 2025
AI Summary
The U.S. Mission to Brazil's Public Diplomacy Section seeks a contractor to develop four immersive Virtual Reality (VR) experiences for the America 250 anniversary. These 3-minute VR experiences will showcase U.S. policies, values, history, and culture, for use in outreach efforts at American Spaces across Brazil. The project requires creative development, production, editing, branding, and secure delivery of VR products. Key experiences include Route 66, a national park, a historic site, and a NASA-led space exploration. The contractor must provide narration in Brazilian Portuguese, source licensed content or film original footage, and incorporate Department of State branding. The period of performance is from September 30th, 2025, to March 1st, 2026, with final delivery by February 1st, 2026. Deliverables include storyboards, draft scripts, rough cuts, final VR versions, and documentation of rights/licenses.
SF1449 - 19BR2525Q0118.pdf
PDF208 KBSep 2, 2025
AI Summary
This government solicitation, number 19BR2525Q0118, issued by the American Embassy Brasilia, seeks proposals for the creation of four immersive virtual reality (VR) experiences. These VR experiences are intended to inspire visitors to American Spaces in Brazil and commemorate the 250th anniversary of U.S. Independence. The acquisition is unrestricted, with an offer due date of September 17, 2025, at 2 PM. The solicitation is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) and includes standard FAR clauses, specifically 52.212-1 and 52.212-4, with 52.212-3 and 52.212-5 attached. The document outlines administrative and payment details, requiring contractors to sign and return copies to the issuing office.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedSep 2, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineSep 17, 2025
expiryArchive DateOct 2, 2025

Agency Information

Department
DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Sub-Tier
STATE, DEPARTMENT OF
Office
US EMBASSY BRASILIA

Point of Contact

Name
Tracy Musacchio

Place of Performance

BRASILIA, Distrito Federal, BRAZIL

Official Sources