How to bid on Social Listening and Digital Monitoring Services for the State Department

What the State Department is buying

The U.S. Embassy in Guatemala plans to acquire advanced social listening and digital monitoring services. This contract is expected to be a firm fixed price agreement, with an initial base year and the potential for four additional one-year option periods. This is an opportunity for vendors specializing in these types of professional services.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on July 31, 2026. The deadline for submitting your offer is August 25, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET. It is important to submit your proposal before this date and time. The solicitation itself is not yet available, but will be posted on SAM.gov when ready.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms that provide professional social listening and digital monitoring services. Vendors should be prepared to offer a firm fixed price for their services. All responsible sources are encouraged to submit a quotation.

How to respond

The solicitation will be issued on SAM.gov. To access the opportunity, you would typically click the 'View original source' link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. While some bids require a free account to view documents, many do not. Offers must be submitted electronically. Ensure your email with your offer does not exceed 10MB; if it does, you may need to send multiple emails.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Before submitting your offer, you must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov). Failure to be registered at the time of proposal submission will result in your offer being considered non-responsive. It is highly recommended to complete your SAM registration well in advance of the deadline.

Since the government may award the contract based on the initial offer without discussion, ensure your quotation is as complete and competitive as possible from the outset. Clearly articulate your capabilities in social listening and digital monitoring services, demonstrating how you meet the anticipated needs of the U.S. Embassy in Guatemala.