INL_RFQ-PR15696251 - VETERINARY TOOLS BOGOTA
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. Department of State, International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Office (INL) in Bogota, is soliciting quotes for K9 veterinary tools for use in Colombia. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order. The requirement is for a comprehensive list of specialized canine medical equipment. Quotes are due May 26, 2026, at 4:00 PM Bogota time.
Scope of Work
The opportunity requires the supply of various K9 medical tools, including but not limited to:
- Veterinary Digital Stethoscopes, Ophthalmoscopes, Video Laryngoscopes
- Diagnostic Lamps, Ultrasonic Scalers, Laser Therapy Systems
- Infusion Pumps, Therapeutic Ultrasound Units, Multimodal Therapy Stations
- Fluid Warmers, Mobile Digital X-Ray Systems, Electrosurgical Units
- Multiparameter Monitors, Surgical Suction Units, LED Surgical Headlights
- Mobile Surgical Lights, Anatomopathological Waste Freezers
- Ergonomic Veterinary Surgical Tables, Manual Tabletop Autoclaves
- Veterinary Medical-Grade Oxygen Concentrators Additionally, the contractor must provide Workers' Compensation Insurance (Defense Base Act) and shipping/delivery services. All items must meet U.S. industry standards, and manufacturers other than Chinese or related are preferred, with Chinese manufacturers explicitly prohibited. The acquired items will be donated to the Government of Colombia for the exclusive use of DICAR canines.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order.
- Payment: Colombian Pesos (COP) for Colombian firms, US Dollars (USD) for US firms.
- Price Basis: Includes all direct/indirect costs, overhead, G&A, profit, shipping, insurance, and assembly. Prices are not subject to adjustment after award.
- Delivery: Ninety (90) days after receipt of order (ARO).
- Warranty: Minimum one (1) year from delivery, with in-country (Colombia) support. Technical support, spare parts, and supplies required for at least five (5) years.
- Set-Aside: Full and open competition.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quote Submission Deadline: May 26, 2026, at 16:00 hours (Bogota, Colombia) time.
- Submission Method: Via email to arizak@state.gov and BogotaINLSolicitation@state.gov.
- Questions Deadline: May 19, 2026, at 16:00 hours (Bogota, Colombia) time.
- Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), based on technical specifications and price. Responsibility will be analyzed per FAR 9.104.
- Eligibility: Companies must be registered in SAM to be eligible for award, unless an exception applies.
Additional Notes
Contractors will not be reimbursed for Value Added Tax (VAT) or Impuesto a las Ventas (IVA). Instructions for award consideration are detailed in INL-RFQ Section 3.