Teaming Arrangement & Prime Contractor Licensing Support

This contract establishes a teaming arrangement to support U.S.-based prime contractors by providing locally licensed telecommunications operations in Nepal, specifically to ensure compliance with regulatory and licensing requirements that the prime contractor cannot fulfill independently due to jurisdictional constraints. The work is centered in Kathmandu, where the subcontractor will leverage its NTA-licensed local telecom infrastructure and operational authority to enable the prime contractor to meet contractual obligations related to communications services under U.S. government projects. The arrangement is designed to bridge the gap between U.S. federal contracting mandates and local regulatory frameworks in Nepal, ensuring seamless service delivery while maintaining full adherence to both U.S. and Nepalese telecommunications laws. The subcontract is tied to the U.S. Embassy in Kathmandu under the Department of State and falls under the NAICS code 541618 for other scientific and technical consulting services, indicating a focus on advisory and operational support rather than direct equipment supply or construction. The solicitation opened on May 7, 2026, with a strict response deadline of May 11, 2026, signaling a rapid turnaround for potential respondents who must demonstrate proven experience in local telecom licensing, established operational capacity in Nepal, and a clear understanding of U.S. government compliance protocols. The place of performance is exclusively in Kathmandu, with no flexibility for remote or offsite execution, and the nature of the engagement requires a collaborative, embedded partnership model with the prime contractor to ensure uninterrupted service delivery under U.S. diplomatic mission requirements.