Mobile Telephone Service
ID: 19MG1025Q0006Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY ULAANBAATARWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (517112)

PSC

IT and Telecom - Network: Satellite Communications and Telecom Access Services (DG11)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0eeb3bb7259b410b867f17d4e01253fd/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of State is seeking qualified contractors to provide mobile telephone services for the U.S. Embassy in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The contract encompasses a range of services, including unlimited domestic calls, international roaming, and data services, with a focus on effective service delivery and compliance with quality standards. This procurement is crucial for maintaining high connectivity and customer support for embassy operations. Interested contractors must submit their quotations by May 18, 2025, and are encouraged to attend a pre-quotation conference on April 28, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Elizabeth Wysocki at WysockiEM@state.gov or Khaliun Myagmarsuren at khaliunm@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Elizabeth Wysocki
    WysockiEM@state.gov
    Khaliun Myagmarsuren
    khaliunm@state.gov
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    19MG1025Q0006 - Pre Solicitation Notice for Mobile services.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Mongolia has released a pre-solicitation notice for a proposed mobile telephone services contract (Solicitation Number: 19MG1025Q0006). The contract aims to provide mobile phone services with a performance period consisting of one base year and up to four additional one-year options. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit quotations electronically and must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to their submission. A pre-quotation conference will be scheduled, with details to be provided in the forthcoming solicitation. The government plans to award a firm fixed price contract based on initial offers, potentially without further discussion. The solicitation will be posted on the SAM.gov website once finalized, and the response deadline is yet to be determined. This document highlights the procedural aspects of the procurement process, emphasizing compliance and registration requirements for potential contractors.
    RFQ 19MG1025Q0006 - Mobile telephone services.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Ulaanbaatar issued Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19MG1025Q0006 for mobile telephone services. Interested contractors are invited to submit quotations by May 18, 2025, and must complete specific forms, including the SF-1449 and pricing schedules. A pre-quotation conference is scheduled for April 28, 2025, at the embassy. The contract is intended for a one-year term, with four optional one-year renewals, covering various mobile services such as unlimited domestic calls, international roaming, and data services. The embassy expects competitors to be evaluated based on comparative value rather than solely on price, adhering to specified compliance and representation requirements. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and must provide documentation related to cybersecurity risk management. The pricing structure includes a base year and additional option years while VAT is managed separately per local law. Effective service delivery and compliance with quality standards are emphasized, ensuring high connectivity and customer support are maintained throughout the contract duration.
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