INL Colombia Navy AI Equipment
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 U.S. Embassy's International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) Section in Bogotá, Colombia is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice for AI server-based architecture equipment to enhance the Colombian Navy's interdiction capabilities. This is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses will help identify potential sources and determine appropriate set-asides.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for new, unused equipment to support an AI server-based architecture system. Key components include:
- AI-Powered Server: Dell PowerEdge WE9680 with NVIDIA HGX H100 GPU, high-performance processors, 1024 GB RAM, and extensive storage.
- Infrastructure: Power and infrastructure for a new 60 KVA UPS, including load study, transfer switches, battery bank, UPS panel, and intelligent PDUs.
- Software & Subscriptions: NVIDIA AI Enterprise Essentials and 24x7 Support (5 years), Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server licenses, and Red Hat System Administration training.
- Additional Hardware: Dell PowerEdge R7625 servers with AMD GPUs, Dell Pro Max laptops and towers, Dell monitors, and networking cables.
- Training: PowerEdge training for two participants.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) is being considered, with interest in SDVOSB, HUBZone, 8(a), or WOSB certifications.
- Delivery: 100% of items to be delivered within 120 days ARO (After Receipt of Order). Server installation within 10 days of equipment acceptance in Colombia.
- Warranty: Minimum 1-year warranty from delivery date, with a locally supported general warranty. Contractor must respond to technical requests within 2 hours and repair equipment within 48 hours at the Naval Intelligence building.
- Response Due: March 27, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.
- Published: March 19, 2026.
Evaluation
Responses will assist the Government in identifying potential sources, determining if a specific small business set-aside is appropriate, and assessing vendors' ability to meet strict delivery timelines.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research only; it is not a solicitation. The Government will not pay for information submitted. The U.S. Government will assist the contractor in obtaining customs clearance and tax (IVA) exemption certificates from the Government of Colombia. Payment is contingent upon satisfactory inspection and acceptance of products by INL. Non-compliant items will be returned at the vendor's cost.