JOFOC_VNET RENEWAL FOR 2026-2027

SOL #: PR15769118JustificationSole Source

Overview

Buyer

State
State, Department Of
US EMBASSY ABU DHABI
WASHINGTON, DC, 20520, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite) (5171)

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

Timeline

1
Posted
Feb 9, 2026

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 US EMBASSY ABU DHABI (Department of State) has published a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the renewal of VNet internet services for the period of February 1, 2026, through January 31, 2027. This notice justifies the sole-source procurement of 200 Mbps Digital Premium Internet Services from Emirates Telecommunications Group Company (Etisalat).

Scope of Work

This action involves the renewal of a 200 Mbps dedicated internet leased link for the existing VNet circuit, which provides dedicated internet access for Open Net. The service is essential for the Embassy's operations in Abu Dhabi.

Contract Details

  • Type: Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (Sole-Source Renewal)
  • Duration: 12 months, from February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027
  • Estimated Annual Cost: $142,651.22 (AED 523,530.00)
  • Provider: Emirates Telecommunications Group Company (Etisalat)
  • Authority: FAR 6.302-1(c) and 41 USC 253(c)(1), citing a unique source.

Set-Aside

Not applicable, as this is a sole-source justification for a specific provider.

Additional Notes

Market research confirmed that Etisalat is the only available and responsible local service provider in Abu Dhabi capable of meeting the technical requirements. The UAE government maintains a monopoly on telecommunication systems, with Etisalat and DU Telecom operating under the same government-owned infrastructure. While DU Telecom serves as a backup, Etisalat is retained as the primary provider due to its historical performance and ability to meet Service Level Agreements (SLAs). This notice fulfills the requirement for publicizing contract actions under DOSAR 605.202-70 / 5.202 (a) (13).

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Points of Contact

Gregory StonebergPRIMARY
AbuDhabiContracts@state.gov
97124142200
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97124142696
Contracting OfficeSECONDARY
Abudhabi@state.gov
97124142200
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97124142696

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