INL Colombia Training Ammunition

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides clarifications and answers to vendor questions regarding the solicitation for Training Ammo, specifically the 7.62 SRTA AA37.

• Ammunition Specification: The requirement is for the specific DODIC requested. While .308 and 7.62x51 are generally interchangeable, the "Short Range Linked training ammo" designation implies the specific DODIC is mandatory due to velocity differences.
• Packaging & Hazardous Materials:
  • Jacketed frangible ammunition is acceptable and preferred.
  • Specific requirements for UN/DOT hazard classification and labeling, palletization, containerization, and additional markings beyond the SOW are detailed, referencing extensive DOT regulations (49 CFR parts 171, 172, 173, 178) for air, ground, and sea transport. Specialized, approved packaging is required for explosives (Class 1), with specific Packing Instructions (PI) and UN numbers. Packages must be marked with UN number, shipping name, and potentially "EX" approval numbers.
• Delivery Location & Pricing: Offerors should base pricing on delivery to the Miami, FL freight forwarder. Providing pricing for delivery to Bogotá, Colombia is optional but requires ensuring all ITAR and Customs authorizations are in place. The government will designate the final delivery location in Bogotá, with INL handling distribution.
• Risk of Loss: For deliveries to the Miami freight forwarder, risk transfers to the freight forwarder. However, the contractor remains obligated to meet export requirements.
• Delivery Timeline: The 120-day delivery period applies to both delivery to the Miami freight forwarder and final delivery to Bogotá, Colombia.
• Export Documentation: The offeror is responsible for all export licensing. INL will facilitate the signing of necessary documents (e.g., DSP-5) provided by the contractor.
• Partial Shipments: Partial shipments are only acceptable if a full shipment cannot be met by July and must constitute at least 50% of the order. Shipment dates per line item are requested.

These clarifications provide essential details on ammunition specifications, stringent hazardous materials shipping and packaging requirements, pricing basis, delivery responsibilities, and conditions for partial shipments, directly impacting proposal preparation and execution planning.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To provide training ammunition to Colombian National Police Special Units to support the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) Bogota's programs aimed at combating international narcotics and crime, and reducing the impact of international crime on the United States.

• Procurement of specific types and quantities of "frangible" ammunition, suitable for training purposes and not for actual operations.

• The ammunition is intended for sustainment training for the Anti-Narcotics Directorate (DIRAN) and the Rural Security /Environmental Crimes Directorate (DICAR) of the Colombian National Police.

• 9mm Frangible ammunition: 1,200,000 rounds

• 7.62 Short Range Training Ammunition (SRTA): 50,000 rounds

• 5.56mm Frangible ammunition: 1,200,000 rounds

• Delivery to INL warehouse in Colombia (Avenida Calle 22 No. 68B, Barrio Montevideo) or INL Freight Forwarder in Miami, FL, USA.

• Contractor must properly pack and consolidate shipments to prevent damage, loss, or misdirection.

• Partial shipments are not allowed unless approved in writing by the Contracting Officer.

• The ammunition will be donated to the Colombian National Police.

• Contractor must include all necessary export approvals and required material data safety sheets, licenses, and paperwork.

• One copy of the packing list and commercial invoice must accompany the shipment.

• This is a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) procurement.

• Sellers must be authorized distributors and possess required manufacturer certifications.

• Products must be 100% new, in original packaging, and covered by manufacturer's warranty.

• Reloaded ammunition is not acceptable.

• Purchases must be from eligible countries under the Trade Agreements Act (TAA).

• Offerors must provide any required non-pricing responses by the solicitation closing date.

• Type of Contract: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), single award.

• Period of Performance (POP): No more than 120 days from the date of award.

• Offeror must provide information within 30 days of notification for warranty actions, including compliance with ITAR regulations.

• U.S. Government will assist with customs clearance and tax exemptions in Colombia.

• Contractor must comply with Arms Export Control Act (AECA) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

• Designated COR will inspect items for compliance, potentially including a fabrication site visit.

• Formal acceptance will occur once verification is complete and ammunition is at the designated Colombian National Police location.

• Proposals will be evaluated for technical acceptability.

• Offer must conform to requirements, meet or exceed minimums, and provide sufficient detail for evaluation.

• Contractor must be registered in SAM.gov and determined responsible per FAR 9.104-1.

• Contractor must exercise discretion regarding sensitive information and not disseminate it without authorization.

• All documents and records generated are the exclusive property of the Colombian National Police.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Products and Commercial Services, identified by Solicitation Number 191NLE26Q0057. The title of the acquisition is "INL Bogota Training Ammo".

The solicitation details the procurement of various types of ammunition:

• 9mm Frangible Ammunition: 1,200,000.0 EA
• 7.62 Short Range Training Ammo (SRTA): 50,000.0 EA
• 5.56 mm Frangible Ammunition: 1,200,000.0 EA
• Shipping: 1.0 LT

All ammunition must be new, in original packaging, and covered by the manufacturer's warranty.

• Type of Contract Pricing: Firm Fixed Price for all line items.

• Period of Performance for all ammunition line items: 04/03/2026 - 07/31/2026.

• FOB Point: Destination for all line items.

• Offer Due Date: 03/27/2026 at 15:00 ET.

• The solicitation incorporates by reference FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and FAR 52.212-3 and 52.212-5 are attached.

• Evaluation will be based on Technical Specifications, Delivery Time, Price, and Past Performance.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business concerns.

• Standard Form 1449 is used for the solicitation.

• Various FAR clauses are included, covering topics such as stop-work orders, contractor ethics, whistleblower rights, prohibition on certain foreign hardware/software, and combating trafficking in persons.