INL_RFQ-PR15129040 INL MOBILE & COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES
ID: INL_RFQ-PR15129040Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFAMERICAN EMBASSY BOGOTA - NASWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518210)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: COMMUNICATIONS (R426)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/14c6026e03b14cd08db3e89621ad6252/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of State, through the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) at the U.S. Embassy in Bogotá, is seeking quotations for mobile and communications services in Colombia under RFQ Number PR15129040. The contract, which is firm-fixed-price and managed locally, will be effective from March 13, 2025, to March 12, 2026, and requires compliance with federal regulations, warranty provisions, and export control laws. This procurement is crucial for ensuring effective communication capabilities in support of U.S. operations in Colombia, emphasizing the importance of transparency and ethical conduct throughout the process. Interested vendors must submit proposals via email by March 6, 2025, and direct any inquiries to Andres Alejo Salguero at alejoa@state.gov by February 28, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Andres Alejo Salguero
    alejoa@state.gov
    Lopez, Javier F
    LopezJF@state.gov
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    INL_RFQ-PR15129040.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State, through the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) at the U.S. Embassy in Bogotá, seeks quotations for mobile and communications services in Colombia under RFQ Number PR15129040. The contract, managed locally, will run from March 13, 2025, to March 12, 2026. Proposals must be submitted via email by March 6, 2025, while any inquiries should be made by February 28, 2025. This firm-fixed-price contract does not allow for price adjustments post-award, and all transactions must comply with tax relief procedures regarding Value Added Tax (VAT) and other obligations. The contractor must ensure service activation aligns with the specified period and that all deliverables meet the outlined technical specifications. Key requirements include strict compliance with federal regulations, warranty provisions for delivered products, compliance with export control laws, and adherence to safety regulations, particularly regarding COVID-19. The contractor is responsible for maintaining high standards of conduct and confidentiality throughout the contract. Noncompliance can result in severe penalties, including contract termination. The document emphasizes the importance of transparency, ethics in procurement processes, and confidentiality in dealings with the Colombian authorities.
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    INL_RFQ-PR15129040 INL MOBILE & COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES
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