Provision of Dedicated Internet Network Services for Embassy (Primary)

The U.S. Embassy in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei, through the Department of State, is soliciting quotations for dedicated internet network services under RFQ 19BX6025Q0009. The service provider must deliver one dedicated internet channel with a minimum bandwidth of 50Mbps and sixteen /28 subnet static public IP addresses, utilizing fiber optic connectivity to ensure an "always-on" connection with 99.9% availability and minimal packet loss. The solicitation was issued on June 18, 2025, with a critical response deadline of June 23, 2025, at 5:00 PM, providing potential contractors with an extremely compressed timeframe for proposal submission. The point of contact for this procurement is Lys Boon, who can be reached at telephone number 673-2387471. The evaluation criteria and detailed requirements are outlined in the attached RFQ documentation, which contractors must review carefully given the technical specifications for telecommunications infrastructure.

This procurement is designated as unrestricted with no set-aside provisions, making it open to all qualified contractors regardless of size or socioeconomic status. The contract structure includes a base period of 12 months with four optional 12-month extension periods, creating a potential total contract duration of five years (1+4 years). No incumbent contractor or current service provider is identified in the solicitation documents, suggesting this may be a new requirement or the Embassy is seeking to replace existing services. The services will be performed in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei, requiring the successful contractor to have operational capabilities or partnerships in this Southeast Asian location. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 517810 (All Other Telecommunications) and PSC code DG11 (IT and Telecom - Network: Satellite Communications and Telecom Access Services), indicating the specialized nature of the telecommunications infrastructure being procured.