Mobile Phone Services
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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. Embassy in Buenos Aires, Argentina, under the Department of State, is planning to issue a solicitation for Mobile Phone Services. This is a Presolicitation notice, indicating the solicitation is not yet ready to be issued. The requirement is for providing mobile phone services for the Embassy. The anticipated response date is May 5, 2026, at 3:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves providing comprehensive mobile phone services for the U.S. Embassy in Buenos Aires. Specific details regarding the scope will be provided in the forthcoming solicitation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract
- Duration: Anticipated base year with three one-year option periods
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 5, 2026, 3:00 PM UTC
- Published: February 27, 2026, 4:06 PM UTC
- Pre-Quotation Conference: A pre-quotation conference is planned, with the date to be announced in the solicitation.
Evaluation
Award may be made based on the initial offer without discussions. All responsible sources may submit a quotation for consideration.
Additional Notes
- SAM Registration: All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at
https://www.sam.govprior to submitting an offer (FAR provision 52.204-7). Prospective offerors are encouraged to register early. - Tax Provision: This opportunity is subject to FAR provision 52.229-12 - Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements (FEB 2021).
- Electronic Submission: Electronic responses are permitted. Offers should be submitted prior to the response date and time. Emails containing offers should not exceed 30 MB; multiple emails may be sent if necessary.
Contact Information
- Primary: Timothy Dougherty (BNS-Procurement@state.gov, 541157774421)
- Secondary: Cristian Minotti (BNS-Procurement@state.gov, 541157774351)