Safaricom PLC

Safaricom PLC, doing business as Scom, is a telecommunications and mobile network operator based in Kenya that provides critical communications services and products to U.S. federal agencies operating in the region. As the leading mobile network provider in Kenya, Safaricom PLC leverages its existing infrastructure and expertise to meet federal government needs through prime and subcontract awards.

Past federal contracts held by Safaricom PLC encompass a range of telecommunications, mobile phone, and related offerings in direct support of Department of State operations in Kenya. This includes mobile phone call and data services, internet connectivity, smart mobile phones and accessories, and short-term bridging contracts to facilitate continuity of service during transitions. All prime contract awards were issued by the Department of State's Bureau of African Affairs and U.S. Embassy in Nairobi without set-aside designations. Subcontracts have been performed for prime contractor ABT Associates to provide smart phones and accessories. Across awards, Safaricom PLC delivers critical communication capabilities as the primary in-country partner to the Department of State's diplomatic and foreign assistance activities.

Safaricom PLC also holds two indefinite delivery contracts from the Department of State to supply telecommunication and mobile services at the U.S. Embassy in Nairobi. The multiple award IDIQ encompasses a potential value of $4.13 million for services including monthly mobile phone subscriptions with data, minutes, and messages over three years. The second IDIQ serves as an umbrella contract from which specific delivery orders can be issued to meet evolving needs over a one year period. To date, four delivery orders totaling approximately $235,000 have been awarded off this latter contract for purposes ranging from mobile data plans to short-term bridging extensions that facilitate transitions between long term solutions.