Dedicated Internet Channel -

The US Embassy in Accra, Ghana plans to procure a dedicated Internet channel with a minimum bandwidth of 133,120 Kbps (130 Mbps) that includes fault tolerance in the last mile, utilizing a /27 subnet and requiring the HSRP protocol. The selected Internet Service Provider will be responsible for supplying Internet services and the dedicated leased line circuits connecting to the Embassy’s demarcation point. The contract will cover a base period of twelve months with four one-year renewal options available to the Government. While the solicitation is not yet issued, all responsible vendors are invited to prepare to submit proposals once the formal Request for Proposal (RFP) is released, with the response dates to be confirmed at that time. Interested offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) in accordance with federal acquisition regulations. The place of performance is Cantonments, Accra, Ghana. Key points of contact for the procurement include a General Services Officer and a Purchasing Agent at the Embassy. This procurement falls under NAICS code 519130, which covers Internet Service Providers, and aims to establish a reliable, high-capacity, and secure Internet connection for Embassy operations.