IDEC Conference- Interpreter Personnel-Buenos Aires, Argentina
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice/Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for interpretation and audio-visual services for the International Drug Enforcement Conference (IDEC) in Buenos Aires, Argentina, from August 18-20, 2026. This RFI is for planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. Responses are due by February 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
The DEA requires comprehensive interpretation and audio-visual services:
- Interpretation:
- Written and verbal translation between English and Portuguese, and English and Spanish.
- Ability to produce full, idiomatic translations of technical, legal, and government documents.
- Fluent written and spoken command of Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish (as needed).
- Consecutive and formal simultaneous interpretation for informal situations, professional exchanges, and high-level official settings.
- Adaptation to diplomatic protocol and security requirements.
- Audio-Visual:
- Provision of 400+ receivers with headphones for attendees.
- Setup for plenary seating (600-800 attendees, preferably classroom style).
- Breakout room setups with headsets and devices for English, Spanish, Arabic, and French.
Performance Standards
Translations must be accurate, use correct terminology, and require minimal review. Interpretations must be clear, accurate, and professional.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage, small businesses encouraged to respond)
- Conference Dates: August 18-20, 2026
- Response Due: February 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET
- Published: January 30, 2026
- Place of Performance: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Submission Requirements
Interested vendors should submit a response via email to Naomi.S.Collier@dea.gov in PDF format, including:
- Company name, mailing/physical address, point of contact, phone, email, DUNS, NAICS, business size (with type if small), and GSA schedule details if applicable.
- A tailored capability statement (1-5 pages) addressing the Statement of Work, with documentation supporting multi-language interpretation experience. Prior government contract work is not required.
Additional Notes
This RFI is for market research; the government will not pay for response costs. Responses are not offers and do not bind the government to a contract. Proprietary or sensitive information should not be included. The government reserves the right to use provided information for future solicitations and to determine the acquisition method based on responses.