Mobile Telephone and Data Services for the U.S. Embassy Athens, Greece
ID: 19GR1025Q0022Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFAMERICAN EMBASSY ATHENSWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (517112)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - MOBILE DEVICE AS A SERVICE (DE11)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/aaba6374e864480a87b6a9956c7e520a/view
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    The U.S. Department of State is seeking qualified vendors to provide mobile telephone and data services for the U.S. Embassy in Athens, Greece, under the Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19GR1025Q0022. The contract aims to deliver comprehensive mobile services, including plans for basic and unlimited data across 405 lines, with a focus on high-quality voice and data services, international call support, and seamless roaming. This procurement is crucial for ensuring reliable telecommunications for Embassy operations, with a contract structure that includes a one-year base period and four optional renewal years, a minimum order estimate of €20,000, and a cap of €200,000. Interested offerors must submit their quotations via email by March 31, 2025, and comply with federal regulations, including cybersecurity assessments as outlined in the associated documentation. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Dresden A. Kalin or Tolis Mouyios at athprocurement@state.gov.

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    Dresden A. Kalin
    athprocurement@state.gov
    Tolis Mouyios
    Athprocurement@state.gov
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    19GR1025Q0022 Final.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Athens has issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for mobile telephone and data services under RFQ number 19GR1025Q0022. The contract aims to provide comprehensive mobile services for Embassy operations, including plans for basic and unlimited data across 405 lines. Offerors must submit quotations via email by March 31, 2025, meeting specific requirements like SAM registration, detailed pricing, and cybersecurity assessments. Contractors are expected to provide high-quality voice and data services, including support for international calls and seamless roaming, particularly to the U.S. Coverage must extend across Greece with a focus on Embassy needs. The contract will include a one-year base period with four optional renewal years, with a minimum order estimate of €20,000 and a cap of €200,000. The contract emphasizes detailed billing practices, 24/7 customer support, and adherence to quality assurance standards. Additionally, contractors must comply with federal regulations and certifications as part of the evaluation for best value which is not solely determined by price. This solicitation reflects the U.S. Government's commitment to securing reliable telecommunications services for its operations abroad while ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations.
    C-SCRM Questionnair and C-SCRM Software Producer Attestation Form.xlsx
    The document outlines instructions for completing the "Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM) Questionnaire" and the "Software Producer Attestation" forms required for federal grant applications and RFPs. Vendors must answer specific questions regarding their organization’s risk management practices, including identification of supply chain threats, contractual requirements with suppliers, and employee security measures. The questionnaire is divided into three sections: Contact Information, Vendor Risk Management Plan, and Physical and Personnel Security. Each company submitting an offer must provide detailed responses where required, and if they cannot comply with specific practices outlined in NIST SP 800-218, they must detail their mitigation strategies and a Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) for achieving compliance. The file serves as a guide for firms to ensure they meet federal cybersecurity standards when supplying critical software, highlighting the importance of cybersecurity and risk management in government contracting.
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