VNET for Post Suva

The U.S. Department of State is seeking a high-end, professional-grade internet circuit from a local Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the U.S. Embassy in Suva, Fiji. The solicitation (Number 19FJ6025Q0002) requires a network with specific technical specifications, including a /28 subnet static Public IP address, LC fiber connector (multimode) Gigabit interface, and unfiltered internet access. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit their quotations electronically to SuvaProcurement@state.gov by May 22, 2025, at 12 noon local time. The embassy will evaluate offers based on the lowest price for an acceptable, responsible offeror, with a primary focus on compliance with technical specifications and contract requirements. Quotations must be submitted in English, with a maximum file size of 30MB, and include specific documentation such as the SF-1449, pricing information, representations and certifications, and proof of SAM registration.

The solicitation is an unrestricted contract without any specific set-aside designations, classified under the NAICS category of Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111) and PSC category of Fiber Optic Interconnectors (6060). The contract is a firm fixed-price purchase order with a performance period beginning April 22, 2025, for providing VNET (Virtual Network) services at the U.S. Embassy location in Fiji. The scope includes the ability to install Customer VPN encryption devices and maintain "always-on" internet availability. While specific award values are not explicitly stated in the solicitation, the contract appears to be for a professional-grade internet circuit serving the diplomatic mission's communication needs. The place of performance is explicitly noted as Fiji, specifically at the U.S. Embassy in Suva, with the expectation of meeting rigorous technical and operational standards for diplomatic communication infrastructure.