TV Production of Malaysian Football
SOL #: 19MY3026Q0010Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
State
State, Department Of
U.S. EMBASSY KUALA LUMPUR
WASHINGTON, DC, 20520, United States
Place of Performance
Kuala Lumpur, MY-14, Malaysia
NAICS
Motion Picture and Video Production (512110)
PSC
Film/Video Tape Production Services (T006)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
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Posted
Apr 10, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 20, 2026, 4:00 AM
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 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, is soliciting quotations for TV Production services to highlight the academic and athletic experiences of six Malaysian football students participating in an exchange program in the United States. The Embassy intends to award a single purchase order or contract for these services. Quotations are due by 12:00 noon on May 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The objective is to produce engaging television content, 30-60 minutes in length, for broadcast on a designated TV station. Key activities include:
- Pre-Production: Developing a production plan and schedule, coordinating with organizers and authorities, preparing interviews and storyboards, and arranging filming logistics.
- Post-Production: Reviewing and editing footage, adding graphics and subtitles, ensuring compliance with regulations, and preparing promotional teasers.
- Broadcast Coordination: Liaising with the TV station on technical specifications and delivery formats, submitting the final program, and supporting scheduling and promotion.
- Reporting and Handover: Providing a final report and delivering all raw footage and project files for archival purposes. The content must accurately reflect students' experiences and program objectives, meeting technical and editorial standards for broadcast.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Contract Type: Single Purchase Order / Contract
- Product Service Code: T006 (Film/Video Tape Production Services)
- Period of Performance: July 2026 – September 2026
- Place of Performance: Filming in the United States, broadcast on a designated TV station.
- Published Date: April 10, 2026
- Quotation Due Date: May 20, 2026, by 12:00 noon (Kuala Lumpur time)
Eligibility & Requirements
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- SAM.gov Registration: Required for quotations exceeding $40,000 USD.
- Budget: Not to exceed MYR 195,000 (including all costs, fees, and taxes). Bids must be submitted in Malaysian Ringgit (MYR).
- Special Requirements: All materials must include appropriate U.S. Embassy and Freedom 250 branding. All produced intellectual property will become the property of the U.S. Embassy for future use. Companies must hold their quotations for 60 calendar days. Proposals should detail company qualifications, experience, and any subcontracted work.
Submission & Questions
- Submission Method: Electronically to KualaLumpurDTO@state.gov.
- Subject Line: "Quotation Enclosed – TV Production of Malaysian Football".
- Contact for Questions: Premalatha Muthupillai, Procurement Agent, via email at rmuthupillaip@state.gov during regular business hours.
People
Points of Contact
Sara Epstein, Contracting OfficerPRIMARY
Premalatha Muthupillai, Procurement AgentSECONDARY
Files
Versions
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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Posted: Apr 10, 2026