Pre-Solicitation for Mobile Cellular Services (Voice, Data, Text, Roaming)
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 US EMBASSY BANDAR SERI BEGAWA, under the STATE, DEPARTMENT OF, has issued a Pre-Solicitation for Mobile Cellular Services, including voice, data, text, and international roaming. This opportunity is for service provision only; no devices or equipment are included. The estimated value of the contract is US$75,000.00. Responses are due by January 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
This pre-solicitation seeks providers for comprehensive cellular phone services. The scope includes:
- Voice communication services
- Text messaging services
- Data services
- International roaming capabilities
It is explicitly stated that the contract will cover service provision only, and will not include the procurement or provision of any mobile devices or associated equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Pre-Solicitation
- Contract Type: Service contract (future solicitation)
- Duration: A base period of 12 months, with two additional one-year option periods.
- Estimated Value: US$75,000.00
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: January 28, 2026, at 04:00 AM Z
- Published Date: January 13, 2026
Place of Performance
Services will be performed in BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Brunei Darussalam.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: CHRISTOPHER D PRITCHETT (pritchettcd@state.gov, 6732387455)
- Secondary Contact: Aida Muhamad (BSBGSOProcurement@state.gov, 6732387470)
Additional Notes
This is a pre-solicitation notice, indicating the government's intent to solicit for these services. Further details regarding the formal solicitation, evaluation criteria, and submission requirements are expected to be released at a later date. Interested parties should monitor SAM.gov for updates.