USAGM Remote Monitoring Services in cloud-based systems and RMS locations around the world.
Overview
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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. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Remote Monitoring Services in cloud-based systems and RMS locations worldwide. USAGM intends to contract with Negatu Abera Asefa under the authority of 41 U.S.C. §3304(a)(1) / FAR 6.302-1, citing "Only One Responsible Source." Capability statements from other interested parties will be considered if received within 5 days of the notice's issuance (by March 25, 2026), with the overall response date being March 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement addresses USAGM's Remote Monitoring System (RMS), which is currently in "emergency maintenance" mode and at risk of system failure. The purpose is to migrate these services to the cloud and establish shared system operations to eliminate single points of failure. The contractor will assist with:
- Software development, server maintenance, and system administration.
- Technical support services and documentation.
- Obtaining cloud services on a reimbursable basis.
- Managing updates for RMS on existing USAGM hardware (Mac Computers, SDR-IQ, Cloud-IQ receivers).
- Administering the proprietary RMS data server (ibbmonitor.appspot.com) hosted on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
- Providing email technical support to USAGM Technical Monitoring Offices (TMO) worldwide.
- Maintaining RMS scheduling and reporting databases/websites (FMDS, Schedule Manager, Web Scheduler) hosted on ibbmonitor.his.com.
- Optional CLINS include evaluation, testing, research and development for technology upgrades, and procurement of IT services (e.g., Google Cloud, Internet, basic hardware).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source
- NAICS: 517410 (Size Standard: $32.5M)
- Authority: 41 U.S.C. §3304(a)(1) as implemented by FAR Subpart 6.302-1
- Duration: One Base Period + Four Option Periods
- Estimated Value: $180,000 total ($36,000 per period)
- Published Date: March 20, 2026
- Capability Statement Due: Within 5 days of issuance (approx. March 25, 2026)
- Overall Response Date: March 30, 2026
Evaluation
This is an intent to negotiate with a single source. While capability statements received within the specified timeframe will be considered, the government retains sole discretion on whether to compete this procurement.
Additional Notes
- Intended Sole Source Vendor: Negatu Abera Asefa, King George VI Street, 5 Kilo, ADDIS ABABA 00000, Ethiopia.
- Primary Contact: Natalie Ellis, nellis@usagm.gov, 202-920-2305.