19SA4026R0006 - VPN DIA & Circuit Leasing Services
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of State, specifically the AMERICAN CONSULATE JEDDAH, is soliciting proposals for VPN Dedicated Internet Access (DIA) & Circuit Leasing Services at the U.S. Consulate General Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This combined pre-solicitation and solicitation notice supersedes a previous one (19SA4026R0003). The Government intends to award a single indefinite quantity, firm fixed-price contract. Proposals are due by February 16, 2026, at 5 PM local time.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall furnish all engineering, labor, tools, equipment, materials, supplies, and services to provide the required VPN DIA and Circuit Leasing Services. Specific services include OpenNet - VPN (60Mbps, 100Mbps) and WiFi Circuit - VPN (30Mbps). HSRP protocol is required for all VPN services, and the price must include ISP and Lease circuit. Initial installation is required for each service.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Single Indefinite Quantity Contract, Firm Fixed-Price.
- Duration: One-year base period plus two 12-month option periods. Includes FAR 52.217-8 (Option to Extend Services for 6 months) and FAR 52.217-9 (Option to Extend Term up to 36 months total).
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED.
- Proposal Due: February 16, 2026, at 5 PM local time.
- Published: January 14, 2026.
Evaluation & Submission
- Evaluation: Comparative evaluation based on best value, considering price and other factors, utilizing FAR 12.
- Submission: Proposals must be in English and submitted electronically to jeddahcontractingoffice@state.gov.
- Format: MS-Word 2007/2010 or Adobe Acrobat (pdf).
- File Size: 30MB per email; use separate emails for larger files.
- Key Submission Items: SF-1449, Section 1 Pricing, C-SCRM Questionnaire and Attestation Form, Section 5 Representations and Certifications, and additional information as required in Section 3.
Additional Notes
A 2% excise tax may apply under the James Zadroga 9/11 Victims Health and Compensation Act of 2010. Value Added Tax (VAT) is not included in CLIN rates and will be priced as a separate line item.