PreSolicitation-Cell Phone Services-19TU1525Q3006-SAM Notice.pdf

April 25, 2025

PROPOSED SOLICITATION NUMBER:

19TU15-25-Q-3006

PROCUREMENT TYPE:

Pre-Solicitation

TITLE:

Cellular Phone Voice and Data Services

CLASSIFICATION CODE:

D304 IT AND TELECOM- TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND TRANSMISSION

NAICS CODE:

517112 WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS CARRIERS (EXCEPT SATELLITE)

IS THIS A RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT ACTION?

NO

RESPONSE DATE:

TBD

PRIMARY POINT OF CONTACT:

Sean T. Buckley

Contracting Officer

Phone: +90 (312) 294 00 00

Buckleyst@state.gov

SECONDARY POINT OF CONTACT:

U.S. Embassy Ankara Acquisitions Office

Ankara-GSO-Procurement-DL@state.gov mailto:Buckleyst@state.gov mailto:Ankara-GSO-Procurement-DL@state.gov

DESCRIPTION:

Please note this solicitation is not ready to be issued as of this date. The Embassy of the United

States in Ankara, Türkiye will publicize the solicitation on SAM,gov website when it is available.

The U.S. Embassy in Ankara requires nationwide cellular voice and data services to support the diplomatic and administrative operations of the U.S. Mission throughout Türkiye. The required services include, but are not limited to:

• Minimum 90% local network coverage across Türkiye, with a focus on urban areas and main transportation routes;

• 24-hour international connectivity with the United States, Europe, and other global destinations;

• Comprehensive roaming packages—particularly within Europe and the United States— featuring coverage maps, partner networks, and transparent pricing adjustments when applicable;

• Reliable mobile internet access for smartphones and other devices via the contractor’s network infrastructure;

• Continuous SMS and voicemail service availability in both English and Turkish;

• Monthly itemized billing detailing each call by number, including the date, time, duration, and cost;

• Around-the-clock customer support, proactive issue resolution, technical assistance, and timely communication regarding any network disruptions.

All responsible sources may submit an offer, which will be considered. Please be aware that the response date in this synopsis is not final; see the RFQ for the actual deadline.

The Government intends to award the contract based on a comparative evaluation to the offeror that is competitive, technically acceptable, and determined to be responsible. Award may be made based on initial offers without discussions.

A pre-quotation conference is planned, and the solicitation will specify the date for this event.

In accordance with FAR provision 52.207, all contractors must be registered in the System for

Award Management (SAM) at https://www.sam.gov prior to contract award. Prospective offerors are encouraged to register before submitting quotations or proposals. Registration guidelines are available at https://www.fsd.gov/gsafsd_sp.

This opportunity is subject to 52.229-12 - Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements (Dec 2024)

Electronic Submission/Responses:

https://www.sam.gov/ https://www.fsd.gov/gsafsd_sp

This opportunity allows for electronic responses. Please submit your offer prior to the response date and time. Please ensure your email with your offer does not exceed (30 MB), if it does then you might have to send more than one email.

PLACE OF CONTRACT PERFORMANCE:

U.S. Embassy of Ankara - TÜRKİYE

1480 Sokak No 1, Çukurambar, Çankaya, Ankara.

ARCHIVE POLICY:

Automatic, on specified date

ARCHIVE DATE:

TBD

Allow Vendors to Add/Remove From Interested Vendors:

Yes

Allow Vendors to View Interested Vendors List:

No

SET ASIDE:

N/A