TV Production of Malaysian Football
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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 Kuala Lumpur, under the Department of State, invites quotations for TV Production of Malaysian Football students. This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation seeks a single contractor to produce engaging television content highlighting the academic and athletic experiences of six Malaysian football students. The primary place of performance for all production activities will be Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and surrounding areas. Quotations are due by May 20, 2026, at 12:00 noon.
Scope of Work
The objective is to produce a 30-60 minute TV program featuring six identified Malaysian football students participating in an exchange program. All filming and production for this award will occur in Malaysia, specifically in Keningau, Kota Bharu, Kuala Lumpur, and parts of Selangor. The production team is responsible for sourcing the TV station for broadcast.
Key deliverables include:
- Pre-Production: Developing a production plan, coordinating with organizers, preparing interviews, storyboards, and arranging filming logistics.
- Post-Production: Reviewing footage, editing content, adding graphics and subtitles (English main, Malay/local dialects with subtitles), and preparing promotional teasers.
- Broadcast Coordination: Liaising with the TV station on technical specifications and supporting scheduling/promotion.
- Reporting & Handover: Providing a final report and delivering all raw footage and project files. The students play soccer (bolasepak). The Production Partner is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits, releases, and permissions within Malaysia.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Single purchase order / contract.
- Period of Performance: Production is scheduled between July 2026 and September 2026, with a teaser due by the end of July 2026 and the final product by August 31, 2026.
- Budget: The budget cap is MYR 195,000, covering all costs for activities in Malaysia. No upfront payment will be provided; full payment is upon completion.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Eligibility: For quotations exceeding $40,000 USD, contractors must have valid and active SAM.gov registration at the time of proposal submission.
Submission & Questions
- Submission Deadline: May 20, 2026, 12:00 noon (Kuala Lumpur time).
- Submission Method: Electronically to KualaLumpurDTO@state.gov. The subject line must be "Quotation Enclosed – TV Production of Malaysian Football".
- Proposal Requirements: Include company qualifications, experience, and details of any subcontracted work. Quotations must be held for 60 calendar days.
- Questions: Direct any questions to Prema, Procurement Agent, at rmuthupillaip@state.gov during regular business hours.