INL/Jamaica: Bearcat Vehicle Repairs
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
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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. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), through U.S. Embassy Kingston, Jamaica, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for market research. This RFI seeks capable firms to assess, repair, refurbish, and restore operational readiness for two Bearcat armored vehicles located in Kingston, Jamaica. The vehicles are for the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), Specialized Operations/SWAT. This is not a solicitation, and responses will inform future acquisition planning.
Scope of Work
The objective is to restore two Bearcat armored vehicles (VINs: 1FDAF5HT2CEB19119 and 1FDAF5HT2CEB19120) to a safe, reliable, and mission-capable condition. This includes:
- Diagnosing faults and developing a repair plan.
- Repairing/overhauling key systems (mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, A/C, lighting).
- Replacing damaged components (mirrors, camera systems, ballistic windshields, tires, door locks).
- Conducting functional testing and providing warranty.
- Providing all necessary management, labor, tools, test equipment, parts, materials, and shipping. Work is expected to be performed in Kingston, Jamaica, potentially utilizing traveling technicians or qualified local repair facilities.
Key Deficiencies Identified
Known issues include damaged mirrors/indicator lights, inoperative monitor/camera systems, and delaminating ballistic windshields on both vehicles. Specific to Vehicle 1 (operable but degraded): hydraulic leaks, jammed gunner stand, jammed hatch release, A/C service, non-working upper LED light, non-working front door lock, and replacement tires/jack. Specific to Vehicle 2 (non-operational): gunner stand not staying up, inoperative A/C, non-working upper LED light, non-working front door lock, and replacement tires/jack.
Submission Requirements & Deadlines
- Site Visit (Mandatory for Market Research):
- Proposed Date/Time: April 29, 2026, 10:00 AM (Local Kingston time).
- RSVP Deadline: April 22, 2026. Email Christian Remy (RemyCX@state.gov) to coordinate.
- RFI Responses Due: May 20, 2026, 04:00 PM (U.S. Eastern Time), two weeks after the site visit.
- Submission Method: Email to Courtney Wesely (WeselyCJ@state.gov) with subject "RFI – Repair to Bearcats INL/Kingston".
- Page Limit: 20 pages (excluding cover page/attachments).
- Questions Deadline: May 13, 2026, to the CO with a copy to the INL POC.
- Response Content: Include company information, socioeconomic status, NAICS/core capability, technical approach, Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM)/logistics, and up to three past performance examples.
Points of Contact
- Contracting Officer: Courtney Wesely (WeselyCJ@state.gov)
- INL Program/Technical POC (Site Visit Coordination): Christian Remy (RemyCX@state.gov)
Additional Notes
This is solely for market research and acquisition planning. The U.S. Government is not obligated to issue a solicitation or award a contract. No reimbursement for RFI response costs. For any future solicitation, offerors typically need a UEI, SAM registration, and not be on the Excluded Parties list.