INL_RFQ-PR15762090 - K9 LABORATORY TESTING 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 International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Office (INL) at the U.S. Embassy in Bogota is seeking K9 Laboratory Testing Equipment. This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation aims to procure specific veterinary medical devices for the National Police canines in Colombia. The award will be a Firm-Fixed-Price purchase order using Simplified Acquisition Procedures. Quotations are due by April 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM (Bogota time).
Scope of Work
The requirement is for various K9 laboratory testing equipment, including veterinary hematology analyzers, chemistry analyzers, electrolyte testing equipment, veterinary ultrasound equipment, and laparoscopy towers. All equipment must meet U.S. industry standards, include comprehensive documentation (user/technical manuals in English/Spanish, quick guides, INVIMA registration), and feature indefinite software licenses with free updates. In-country manufacturer support in Colombia is mandatory. Detailed technical specifications are provided in Attachment B (Statement of Work).
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order
- Payment: Colombian Pesos (COP) for Colombian firms, US Dollars (USD) for US firms.
- Period of Performance/Delivery: Ninety (90) days after receipt of order (ARO).
- Place of Performance: Facatativa, Colombia.
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition (No specific set-aside).
- Restrictions: Prohibition on equipment from Chinese or related manufacturers (FAR 52.240-91 and 52.240-90).
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotations Due: April 01, 2026, at 16:00 hours (Bogota, Colombia) via email to Arizak@state.gov AND BogotalNLSolicitation@state.gov.
- Questions Due: March 05, 2024, at 16:00 hours (Bogota, Colombia).
- Award Basis: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).
- Evaluation Factors: Technical specifications, delivery time, warranty, and past performance.
- Offer Validity: 90 days from the closing date.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in SAM (unless exception applies).
Additional Notes
The acquired equipment will be donated to the Government of Colombia for use by DICAR canines. Value Added Tax (VAT) or Impuesto a las Ventas (IVA) will not be reimbursed by the U.S. Government. Attachment A (Price Schedule) must be requested from Arizak@state.gov.