Cover_Letter_iPhone17_256GB_IDIQ_19TU1526Q3779.pdf

Cover Letter for Solicitation 19TU1526Q3779 for iPhone 17, 256GB, Black for U.S. Embassy in Ankara, Türkiye | Page 1 of 2

Dear Offeror, Subject: Request for Quotations Number 19TU1526Q3779 - Single-Award Firm-Fixed-Price IDIQ Contract for Apple iPhone 17, 256GB Smartphones

Enclosed is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for a single-award, firm-fixed-price indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) delivery-order contract for new Apple iPhone 17 base model smartphones, 256GB capacity, Black preferred, for official use by Mission Türkiye. The contract minimum quantity is ten (10) units and the maximum contract quantity is one hundred (100) units for the ordering period ending September 30, 2026. The Government will satisfy the minimum guarantee by issuing one or more funded delivery orders totaling at least ten (10) units; quantities above the minimum will be ordered only if and when an authorized delivery order is issued and funded.

All devices must be new, genuine Apple products sourced through Apple Türkiye authorized distribution channels, legally imported and BTK/IMEI compliant for use in Türkiye, and covered by a minimum two-year Apple Türkiye manufacturer warranty through authorized Apple service providers. Please follow Section 3 of the solicitation, complete all required portions of the attached document, and submit your response electronically by the deadline stated below. The attached solicitation controls in the event of any inconsistency between this cover letter and the solicitation.

All responsible sources may submit an offer, which will be considered. This acquisition is for commercial products and will be conducted under FAR Part 12 and Simplified Acquisition Procedures under FAR Part 13. The Government intends to award one single-award, firm-fixed-price IDIQ contract under FAR 16.504 to the responsible offeror whose offer is technically acceptable and provides the lowest evaluated price using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method.

Award may be made based on initial offers without discussions, although the Government may conduct discussions if determined necessary.

Offers are due by Wednesday, July 29, 2026, before 3:00 p.m. local time (GMT+3). Late offers will not be accepted. Offers must be in English, and incomplete offers may be rejected.

Your complete offer must be submitted electronically to Ankara-GSO-Procurement-DL@state.gov.

Please submit files in Microsoft Word (.docx), Excel (.xlsx), or Adobe PDF (.pdf) format. The total file size must not exceed 30 MB per email. If necessary, divide large submissions into multiple emails and clearly identify the solicitation number in the email subject line.

To be considered for award, each offer shall include the following:

1. Completed Solicitation Package. Submit a completed and signed solicitation package, including

SF-1449 Blocks 12, 17, 19-24, and 30, as applicable; Section 1 price schedule; and Section 5 representations and certifications.

2. Acknowledgment of Amendments. Acknowledge and return each solicitation amendment, if any, signed by an individual authorized to bind the offeror.

U.S Embassy Ankara, Türkiye General Services Office

1480 Sokak No 1, Çukurambar, Ankara

July 17th, 2026

Cover Letter for Solicitation 19TU1526Q3779 for iPhone 17, 256GB, Black for U.S. Embassy in Ankara, Türkiye | Page 2 of 2

3. IDIQ Price Offer. Provide a firm-fixed unit price for CLIN 0001, VAT-exempt, valid for all delivery orders issued through September 30, 2026. The evaluated price will be the unit price multiplied by the 100-unit maximum quantity. The minimum order quantity is 10 units.

4. Delivery Commitment. State the proposed delivery time in calendar days after receipt of each delivery order. Delivery may not exceed twenty (20) calendar days unless otherwise accepted in writing by the Contracting Officer.

5. SAM/UEI/NCAGE and Offeror Identification. Provide active SAM registration information, UEI, and NCAGE code whenever practicable. If SAM registration is impracticable for an overseas offeror, submit the identification information, NCAGE/UEI status, banking data, and entity-level representations/certifications required under the applicable Department of State FAR Part 4 class-deviation procedures.

6. Product Documentation. Provide technical datasheets, catalog pages, or manufacturer documentation for the proposed Apple iPhone 17 256GB device, including color, capacity, model, and warranty information.

7. Authorized Source and Legal Import Documentation. Provide proof of Apple authorized reseller status in Türkiye or documentation showing sourcing through Apple Türkiye authorized distribution channels. Provide documentation sufficient to establish legal import, BTK/IMEI compliance, and Apple Türkiye warranty eligibility.

8. Warranty Coverage. Certify that all devices will be covered by a minimum two-year Apple Türkiye manufacturer warranty with service available through authorized Apple service providers in Türkiye.

9. Foreign Procurement Tax Representation. Complete FAR 52.229-11 and submit IRS Form W- 14 if applicable.

10. Anti-Discrimination Certification. Submit the signed Certification Regarding Compliance with Applicable Federal Anti-Discrimination Laws provided in Exhibit A.

Direct any questions regarding this solicitation in written English no later than 3.00 p.m. on Friday, July 24th 2026 by email to Ankara-GSO-Procurement-DL@state.gov The Government will respond in writing; only written responses issued by the Contracting Officer are binding.

Sincerely, Anthony Chang Contracting Officer

Enclosure: Solicitation Document 19TU1526Q3779 mailto:Ankara-GSO-Procurement-DL@state.gov

U.S Embassy Ankara, Türkiye