Media Monitoring

The U.S. Embassy London seeks weekday monitoring of Iranian propaganda aimed at global audiences, with quotes due September 4, 2026 at 5 p.m. BST and questions due July 29, 2026. Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror on a firm fixed-price basis without discussion.

Place of performance is London, UK. The contractor must monitor Iranian propaganda outlets including Press TV, Tasneem, and IRNA, selecting and providing summaries of prominent narratives aimed at non-Iranian audiences on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Reports must not exceed two pages, focus on narratives relevant to U.S. government interests, and include sections on noteworthy trends in Iranian regime propaganda, emerging outlets, linked commentators, and relevant social media developments. Reports are due by 12 p.m. London time on scheduled days. The contractor must also undertake targeted monitoring of specific narratives or themes as requested by the London International Media Hub. Annual reporting volume is approximately 140 to 156 reports depending on U.S. and UK public holidays.

The contract is for one base year with four optional one-year renewal periods at the Government's discretion. Required qualifications include fluent English writing ability, strong background in international relations, media, Iranian affairs, or related field, and thorough knowledge of Iranian propaganda structure and functioning. Previous government entity experience is preferred. An incumbent contractor exists. Sole traders and individuals are eligible; subcontracting is permitted with backup personnel information required if anticipated. U.S.-based contractors must register with SAM.gov; non-U.S. contractors are exempt. Submission requirements include completed SF-18 form, curriculum vitae, references, and a sample specimen report. The NAICS code is 5619, Other Support Services; PSC is R612, Support-Administrative: Information Retrieval.