Notice of Intent to Sole Source
ID: NCOTON19BN1524D0002Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (517112)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/1c1b9d64192a48828bde11a7c2e83957/view
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    The U.S. Department of State intends to award a Sole Source extension for cellphone services at the U.S. Embassy in Cotonou, Benin, under contract #19BN1524D0002. This extension, which will last for an additional six months, is necessary to allow the government time to procure a follow-on, five-year competitive contract for these services. The services are critical for maintaining communication capabilities at the embassy, and Spacetel Benin SA has been identified as the only responsible source capable of fulfilling the agency's requirements. Interested parties may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for consideration, and inquiries can be directed to Rebecca J. Stone at stonerj@state.gov or by phone at 229-213-00670.

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    Rebecca J Stone
    22921300670
    stonerj@state.gov
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