Cell Phone Service U.S. Embassy Tirana

SOL #: 19AL6026Q0003Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

State

State, Department Of

U.S. EMBASSY TIRANA

WASHINGTON, DC, 20520, United States

Place of Performance

Tirana, AL-11, Albania

NAICS

Telecommunications Resellers (517121)

PSC

Network Services Delivered As A Service, By Subscription, Or Service Contract. Physical And Wireless Networks Managed As A Service Connected To And From Core Data Centers, Work Areas, And Offices Connecting End Users To The Organization's Broader Networks. Network Services Delivered In Connection With Other Iaa S And Paa S Services. Cloud Based Network Management Services And Software Defined Networks (Sdn) Accessed By Service Contract Or Subscriptions. (DG10)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/51f65e0210154d17bede6b51ff782156/view

Timeline

Posted

Jan 12, 2026

Last Updated

Jan 28, 2026

Submission Deadline

Jan 26, 2026, 3:30 PM

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, through the U.S. Embassy Tirana, is soliciting proposals for Cell Phone Services in Tirana, Albania. This UNRESTRICTED Request for Quotations (RFQ) seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive mobile telephone services for official use. Proposals are due by February 2, 2026, at 16:30 Tirana local time.

Scope of Work

The contractor will provide mobile telephone services, including local and international calls, international roaming, local and roaming data services (4G/5G coverage across Albania), SMS messaging, and voicemail. Services must ensure high-quality, uninterrupted network connection and include 24-hour customer service. The contract covers approximately 220 lines for official use, with e-SIM compatibility and detailed monthly data usage reports required. A Project Manager fluent in English and Albanian is mandatory.

Contract Details

Type: Request for Quotations (RFQ)
Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED
Period of Performance: One base year (March 1, 2026 - February 28, 2027) with two one-year options.
- Option Year 1: March 1, 2027 - February 29, 2028
- Option Year 2: March 1, 2028 - February 28, 2029
Estimated Value: Minimum order $1,000; Maximum order $230,000.

Submission & Evaluation

Proposal Due: February 2, 2026, at 16:30 (Tirana local time).
Submission Method: Electronically to TiranaBids@state.gov. Files must be in MS-Word, MS-Excel, or Adobe Acrobat format, with a maximum size of 30MB per file.
Required Documents: SF-1449 (completed blocks 12, 17, 23, 24, 30), Section I (Pricing), Section 5 (Representations and Certifications), IRS Form W-14, proof of SAM registration, a Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM) Questionnaire, and a Secure Software Development Attestation Form. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of all amendments.
Evaluation: Award will be based on a comparative evaluation of technical merit, past performance, and price, aiming for the best value.

Eligibility & Notes

Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and demonstrate an established business in Albania or a plan to establish one within 30 days of award. Value Added Tax (VAT) will be priced as a separate line item (20%). Primary Contact: Saimira Haxhi (haxhis@state.gov).