Questions and Answers for the Acquisition of Apple iPhones (Brand Name or Equal) for U.S. Embassy Ankara

The U.S. Embassy Ankara is seeking to acquire Apple iPhone 17, 256GB smartphones through a single-award firm-fixed-price IDIQ contract. The contract has a minimum requirement of 10 units and a maximum of 100 units. The devices must be new, genuine Apple devices, factory unlocked, and compatible with Turkish mobile networks. The proposed devices must also be legally imported into Türkiye, IMEI/BTK compliant, and sourced through Apple Türkiye authorized distribution channels. The successful contractor must provide a minimum two-year manufacturer-backed Apple Türkiye warranty, valid and enforceable in Türkiye, with service available through authorized Apple service providers located in Türkiye. Some key points to consider include: * The contract is for a specific brand and model of smartphone, with a minimum and maximum quantity requirement * The devices must meet specific technical requirements, including compatibility with Turkish mobile networks and IMEI/BTK compliance * The successful contractor must provide a minimum two-year warranty, valid and enforceable in Türkiye * The contract is a single-award firm-fixed-price IDIQ contract, which may indicate a competitive bidding process