Media Monitoring Services for U.S. Embassy Berlin, Germany
ID: 19GE5024R0027Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFACQUISITIONS - RPSO FRANKFURTWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: PUBLIC RELATIONS (R708)

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https://sam.gov/opp/57f3374f691c491cb28b66b3685508ac/view
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    The State Department of the United States is seeking media monitoring services for the U.S. Embassy in Berlin, Germany. These services are typically used to monitor and analyze media coverage, including news articles, social media posts, and broadcast segments, related to the embassy and its activities. The purpose is to gather information and insights about public perception, sentiment, and trends in order to inform decision-making and communication strategies. Interested parties can find more details in the attached Combined Synopsis and Solicitation document. The primary contact for this procurement is Sarah Pfannkuche, who can be reached at Pfannkuches@state.gov.

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    Sarah Pfannkuche
    Pfannkuches@state.gov
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