INL Colombia Training Ammunition
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 Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) is soliciting proposals for Training Ammunition for the Colombian National Police Special Units. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and seeks to procure new, frangible ammunition to support INL Bogota's training programs aimed at combating transnational narcotics trafficking, environmental crimes, and other criminal activity. Proposals are due March 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the procurement of specific types and quantities of new, frangible ammunition, suitable for training purposes only. Reloaded ammunition is not acceptable. All ammunition must be in original packaging and covered by a manufacturer's warranty, procured via an approved distribution channel.
- 9mm Frangible Ammunition: 1,200,000 rounds
- 7.62 Short Range Training Ammo (SRTA): 50,000 rounds
- 5.56mm Frangible Ammunition: 1,200,000 rounds
Delivery & Logistics
Ammunition shall be delivered to either the INL warehouse in Colombia or the INL Freight Forwarder in Miami, FL. The contractor is responsible for proper packing, consolidation, and ensuring all necessary export approvals, material data safety sheets, licenses, and paperwork accompany the shipment. Partial shipments are not allowed without Contracting Officer approval. The ammunition will be donated to the Government of Colombia. The U.S. Government will assist with customs clearance and tax exemptions in Colombia.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), single award.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Period of Performance: April 3, 2026 - July 31, 2026.
- FOB Point: Destination.
- Compliance: Contractors must comply with the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: March 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
- Evaluation: This is a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) procurement. Evaluation factors include Technical Specifications, Delivery Time, Price, and Past Performance. Offerors must provide sufficient technical specification details for government acceptance. Sellers must be authorized distributors, possess required manufacturer certifications, and be registered in SAM.gov.
Contact Information
Primary Contact: Michele Coccovizzo (coccovizzoML@state.gov).