Solicitation for Mobile Cellular Services (Voice, Data, Text, Roaming)

The U.S. Department of State's Embassy in Bandar Seri Begawan is soliciting proposals for mobile cellular services, including voice, data, text messaging, and international roaming support for embassy operations. The solicitation (RFQ No. 19BX6026Q0003) requires cellular network services (4G/5G) supporting a minimum of 65 lines with bundled plans offering 8GB and 20GB local data packages, along with mandatory features including free local outgoing calls, SMS, incoming calls, international direct dial capabilities to specified countries, and auto-roam subscription. Offerors will be evaluated using FAR 13 Comparative Evaluation procedures based on technical capability, past performance, and price, with mandatory compliance requirements including completion of a Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM) Questionnaire and Software Producer Attestation Form. Critical evaluation factors also include network coverage quality with 99% local coverage in Brunei and 24-hour international connectivity, customer service capabilities, billing detail accessibility, and demonstrated established business presence in Brunei or commitment to establish an office within 30 days of award. The proposal submission deadline is February 10, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. local time, with quotes remaining valid for 60 days.

This is an unrestricted solicitation with no set-aside designations, and no incumbent contractor information is specified in the solicitation materials. The contract is structured as an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement with a total estimated value of $75,000.00 for the entire contract period, with a maximum annual contract value not to exceed B$16,000.00 per year in Brunei Dollars. The contract includes a 12-month base period beginning March 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027, with two additional one-year option periods extending through February 28, 2029. The minimum guaranteed order is 65 lines per contract period, with payment to be rendered monthly in Brunei Dollar by electronic funds transfer within 30 days of proper invoice receipt. Performance will take place at the U.S. Embassy in Bandar Seri Begawan, located in the Brunei-Muara District, with delivery on an FOB destination basis to the embassy's facilities.