Skip to content
Department of State

Cellular Phone Services for U.S. Mission, Pakistan

Solicitation: 19PK3326R1001
Notice ID: 16ac3948ce0445f6b63009d4a657067f
TypePresolicitationNAICS 517112PSCDG10Set-AsideNONEDepartmentDepartment of StatePostedJan 09, 2026, 12:00 AM UTCDueNo due date posted

Presolicitation from STATE, DEPARTMENT OF • STATE, DEPARTMENT OF. Place of performance: Islamabad, Islāmābād • 44000 Pakistan. Industry: NAICS 517112 • PSC DG10.

Market snapshot

Awarded-market signal for NAICS 517112 (last 12 months), benchmarked to sector 51.

12-month awarded value
$1,188,032
Sector total $211,024,206 • Share 0.6%
Live
Median
$23,686
P10–P90
$23,686$23,686
Volatility
Stable0%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
0.6%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($1,188,032)
Deal sizing
$23,686 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.

Related hubs & trends

Navigate the lattice: hubs for browsing, trends for pricing signals.

We write these bids →
Open on SAM.gov →
Live POP
Place of performance
Islamabad, Islāmābād • 44000 Pakistan
Contracting office
Washington, DC • 20520 USA

Point of Contact

Name
Jimmy Don Canada
Email
Islamabad-GSO-Contracting@state.gov
Phone
92512014000
Name
Muhammad F Niaz
Email
NiazMF@state.gov
Phone
92512015752

Agency & Office

Department
STATE, DEPARTMENT OF
Agency
STATE, DEPARTMENT OF
Subagency
US EMBASSY ISLAMABAD
Office
Not available
Contracting Office Address
Washington, DC
20520 USA

More in NAICS 517112

Description

Please note this solicitation is not ready to be issued as of this date. The Embassy of the United States in Pakistan will launch the solicitation on the SAM.gov website when it is available. The solicitation will be for Cellular Phone Services for U.S. Mission, Pakistan. The anticipated performance period is for a base year, with four one-year option periods, if exercised by the Government. All qualified responsible sources are encouraged to submit a proposal for consideration.

The Government may award the contract based on the initial offer without discussion. The resultant contract will be firm-fixed-price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

This opportunity is subject to 52.229-12 - Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements (FEB 2021)

Electronic Submission/Responses:This opportunity will allow for electronic responses when advertised. Please submit your offer prior to the response date and time noted in the solicitation. Please ensure your email with your offer does not exceed 30MB , if it does then you might have to send more than one email.

Files

Files size/type shown when available.

BidPulsar Analysis

A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.

Updated: Feb 14, 2026
Executive summary

The U.S. Embassy in Pakistan is preparing to issue a solicitation for Cellular Phone Services, anticipated to be a firm-fixed-price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a base year and four optional extension periods. This opportunity is set to launch on SAM.gov and encourages proposals from all qualified sources. Notably, the contract will be awarded based on initial offers without discussions, highlighting the importance of a strong initial proposal.

What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer aims to acquire firm-fixed-price cellular phone services for the U.S. Mission in Pakistan, with a potential contract length of five years depending on optional extensions.

Work breakdown
  • Define requirements for cellular phone services
  • Prepare solicitation document for release
  • Receive and evaluate proposals
  • Award contract based on initial offers
  • Manage contract performance over the period of performance
Response package checklist
  • Cover letter
  • Technical proposal outlining service capabilities
  • Cost proposal clearly breaking down pricing
  • Relevant past performance examples
  • Compliance with FAR 52.229-12
Suggested keywords
cellular phone servicesU.S. MissionIDIQ contractPakistan telecommunicationsgovernment contracts
Source coverage notes

Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.

  • Exact response deadline is not provided.
  • Clarification on specific services required for cellular phone offerings.
  • Details on performance metrics for the contract.
  • Information on existing contracts and performance standards.
  • Insights on competitors and market landscape in Pakistan.

FAQ

How do I use the Market Snapshot?

It summarizes awarded-contract behavior for the opportunity’s NAICS and sector, including a recent pricing band (P10–P90), momentum, and composition. Use it as context, not a guarantee.

Is the data live?

The signal updates as new awarded notices enter the system. Always validate the official award and solicitation details on SAM.gov.

What do P10 and P90 mean?

P10 is the 10th percentile award size and P90 is the 90th percentile. Together they describe the typical spread of award values.