Compliance and Certification Support (FAR, Buy American, Kaspersky, TaaS Prohibitions)

The contract requires comprehensive compliance support to ensure adherence to federal acquisition regulations, specifically addressing the Buy American Act, Trade Agreements Act, and prohibitions on covered telecommunications equipment and services, including the use of Kaspersky software. The subcontractor must provide accurate documentation, certifications, and attestations to verify that all supplies, services, and technology meet these regulatory requirements, with emphasis on sourcing, supply chain integrity, and prohibited vendor restrictions. This includes validating that no covered telecommunications equipment or services from entities on the FCC’s Covered List are used, and that no Kaspersky-branded software is incorporated into deliverables. The work is scoped under NAICS code 541611, indicating a focus on management consulting services related to regulatory compliance, and is issued by the U.S. Embassy Bangkok under the Department of State. Responses are due by August 4, 2026, and the contract is structured as a subcontract, implying integration within a broader prime contract framework. The emphasis is on proactive compliance verification and risk mitigation to align with U.S. government security and procurement policies, particularly as they apply to international operations and supply chains. All deliverables must be meticulously documented to withstand audit and inspection under federal standards.