RFI 191Z1026N0001 Studio Setup and Equipment Installation

SOL #: 191Z1026N0001Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

State
State, Department Of
AMERICAN EMBASSY BAGHDAD
WASHINGTON, DC, 20520, United States

Place of Performance

baghdad, IQ-BG, Iraq

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220)

PSC

Radio And Television Communication Equipment, Except Airborne (5820)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Feb 26, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Mar 21, 2026, 1:00 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. Embassy Baghdad (Department of State) is conducting market research through RFI 191Z1026N0001 to identify industry capabilities for the development, planning, design, and implementation of a comprehensive studio facility in Baghdad, Iraq. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather expertise to develop requirements, specifications, and budget estimates. Responses are due March 21, 2026.

Scope of Work

The Government seeks expertise in providing a complete studio setup for a 377.8 sq. ft. studio, including:

  • Site Assessment and Design Services: Evaluating space, recommending configurations, equipment lists, acoustic treatments, furniture, set design, and budget estimates.
  • Equipment and Systems: Specifying and providing Video Production (cameras, switching), Audio Production (microphones, consoles), Lighting Systems, Control and Integration, Acoustic Treatment, Studio Furniture, and Supporting Infrastructure.
  • Installation and Commissioning Services: Covering methodology, timeline, testing, training, documentation, and warranty/maintenance support.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
  • Set-Aside: None specified
  • Response Due: March 21, 2026, 4:00 PM Baghdad Time (AST)
  • Published: February 26, 2026
  • Place of Performance: U.S. Embassy Baghdad, International Zone, Baghdad, Iraq
  • PSC Code: 5820 (Radio And Television Communication Equipment)
  • NAICS Code: 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing)

Submission Requirements

Interested parties must submit a Capability Statement (White Paper) not exceeding 10 pages. This should include:

  • Company Information (Name, address, website, POC)
  • UEI and NCAGE Code (or "Registration in Progress")
  • Socio-Economic Status (e.g., Local Iraqi-Owned, U.S. Small Business)
  • Past Performance summary (turnkey broadcast installations, high-security environments)
  • Logistics Approach (design and implementation methodology)
  • Itemized, non-binding budgetary estimate.

Site Visit

A site visit is scheduled for March 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM AST at the U.S. Embassy Baghdad Headquarters. Specific access requirements and notification deadlines apply.

Points of Contact

Primary POC: Proc Agent II at baghdadgsoprocagt2@state.gov.

Disclaimer

This is for planning purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal (RFP). Participation is voluntary, and associated costs will not be reimbursed.

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Posted: Feb 26, 2026
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