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VOA 365 (TurkmenAlem/MonacoSat)

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951700-26-R-0022Federal

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The U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) is initiating a contract to support the Voice of America (VOA) Persian TV broadcast through satellite capacity and managed teleport services. The contract includes a base period with two option years and aims to facilitate the distribution of VOA Persian TV (HD) via the TurkmenÄlem/MonacoSat satellite positioned at the 52° East orbital location. The transmission will originate from USAGM’s headquarters in Washington, D.C., and its Data Center in Ashburn, Virginia. This contract enhances the current satellite distribution network by adding capacity on diverse satellites and frequencies to better reach target audiences. The solicitation, titled "VOA 365 (TurkmenAlem/MonacoSat)" with solicitation number 951700-26-R-0022, was posted on June 10, 2026, with a response deadline of July 3, 2026. The contract is categorized under NAICS code 517410, which covers satellite and telecommunications services. The Office of Contracts at the Bbg United States Agency For Global Media is managing this procurement. Points of contact for the contract include David Wallace, the Contracting Officer, and Brittany Vandiver. The place of performance is Washington, D.C., where service management and coordination will take place.

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USAGM contracts satellite and teleport services for VOA Persian TV broadcast via TurkmenÄlem/MonacoSat.

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Bbg United States Agency For Global Media → Office Of Contracts

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517410 - Satellite TelecommunicationsView NAICS

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Washington, DC, USA

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IGCE Pricing Template for TurkmenÄlem/MonacoSat Satellite Services

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USAGM Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Commercial Items 951700-26-R-0X22

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AgencyBbg United States Agency For Global Media → Office Of Contracts
Contacts2 people available
OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20237, USA
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Bbg United States Agency For Global Media → Office Of Contracts
Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20237, USA
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David Wallace Contracting Officer
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Brittany Vandiver
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The U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM), in support of the Voice of America (VOA) will be awarding a Base + Two Option Year contract for satellite capacity and managed teleport services. This is to support the distribution of VOA Persian TV (HD) on TurkmenÄlem/MonacoSat at the 52o East orbital location originating at USAGM headquarters in Washington, D.C. and USAGM’s Data Center in Ashburn, VA. This action will be additive and will contribute to the distribution of VOA Persian TV on a diverse set of satellites and frequencies available to audiences in the target area. See attached documentation for all applicable details. 

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