INL_RFQ-PR15860544 - 38- BIOMETRICS FOR OFFICE BOGOTA 0526
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, International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Office (INL) in Bogota, is soliciting quotations for Biometrics for Office Bogota in Colombia. This is a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) combined synopsis/solicitation under Simplified Acquisition Procedures. Quotations are due May 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM Bogota time.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the acquisition of biometrics equipment and related services for the INL Office in Bogota. Specific products and services are detailed in Attachment A (Price Schedule) and Attachment B (Statement of Work). Offerors must request the Excel version of the Price Schedule from SegoviaAC@state.gov. All items must be new, in original packaging, unused, and unaltered. Vendors are required to propose manufacturers other than Chinese or related, in accordance with FAR 52.240-91 and 52.240-90.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: 30 days After Receipt of Order (ARO)
- Place of Performance: Bogota, Colombia
- Payment Terms: 30 days after receipt of invoice; no advance payments.
- VAT/IVA: Contractors will not be reimbursed for VAT or IVA; an exemption letter will be provided by the INL Bogota Office upon award.
- Quote Validity: All quotes must be valid for 90 days from the closing date.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotation Submission Deadline: May 19, 2026, at 16:00 hours (Bogota, Colombia time).
- Submission Method: Via email to SegoviaAC@state.gov and BogotaINLSolicitation@state.gov. The subject line must be: "PR15860544 - Quotation_Your Company Name".
- Questions Deadline: May 12, 2026, at 16:00 hours (Bogota, Colombia time). Email questions to SegoviaAC@state.gov and BogotaINLSolicitation@state.gov with the subject line: "PR15860544 - Questions_Your Company name".
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, considering technical specifications, delivery time, warranty, and past performance.
Eligibility
This acquisition is under full and open competition. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) (www.SAM.gov) to be eligible for award, unless an exception applies, and must provide evidence of active SAM.gov registration. DBA Insurance will be required by the winning vendor after award.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Antonio C Segovia at SegoviaAC@state.gov.