INL_RFQ-PR15914316 K9 COMPLEX WELFARE TOOLS
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, Colombia, is soliciting quotations for K9 COMPLEX WELFARE TOOLS. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, intending to award a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order. Quotations are due by April 20, 2026, at 4:00 PM (Bogota time).
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a comprehensive set of K9 welfare tools and related equipment for use in Colombia. Key items include:
- Veterinary Scales, Coagulation Analyzers, Glucometers, Video Otoscopes, Nebulization Systems, and Anesthesia Mask Sets for Canines.
- Handheld Microchip Readers, High-Efficiency Water Distillers, Industrial-Grade Ultrasonic Cleaners, Continuous Medical Rotary Sealers, and Professional Canine Clippers.
- High-Stability Veterinary IV Poles, High-Efficiency Wall-Mounted Panel Heaters, Professional High-Power Forced-Air Dryers, and High-Pressure Washers.
- Veterinary Surgical Instrument Kits, Industrial Hoses, Pallets, Support Pallets (K9 Neonatal Maternity Unit), Cargo Vehicles, Brush Cutters, Voltage Regulators, Electrical Extensions, Sprayers, Information Boards, and Flashlights. Detailed technical specifications, including requirements for bilingual manuals (Spanish/English) and warranty information, are provided in Attachment B (Statement of Work).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order.
- Place of Performance: Bogota, Colombia.
- Delivery: Within ninety (90) days after receipt of order (ARO).
- Period of Performance: 90 days.
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition.
- Questions Due: April 13, 2026, 4:00 PM (Bogota time).
- Quotations Due: April 20, 2026, 4:00 PM (Bogota time).
- Published: April 8, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotations must be submitted via email to AlejoA@state.gov AND BogotaINLSolicitation@state.gov. Award will be made to the offeror whose proposal meets technical specifications and is technically acceptable and reasonably priced, following a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method. The government intends to award based on initial quotes, though discussions may be held. Offerors must use the provided Excel Price Schedule (Attachment A) for pricing and provide evidence of active SAM.gov registration.
Eligibility & Restrictions
This solicitation is competed under full and open competition. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov to be eligible for award, unless an exception applies. Restrictions on procurements from China (FAR 52.240-91 and 52.240-90) and prohibitions on contracting with entities requiring certain internal confidentiality agreements apply. Quotes must be valid for 90 days from the closing date, and only new equipment in original packaging is acceptable.