U.S. Embassy Mexico—International Narcotics & Law Enforcement Affairs (INL Mexico) Integrated Services for Receiving, Warehousing Facilities & Related Services, Customs Brokerage, and Transportation Services
ID: 19AQMR24N0005Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUMWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510)

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: LOGISTICS SUPPORT (R706)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/53ccd1ad9b244bb1992fa9e2772cc7fb/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Mexico, is seeking information from vendors regarding integrated services for receiving, warehousing, customs brokerage, and transportation related to equipment donations to Mexico. The objective is to gather insights on best practices and innovative solutions to enhance service efficiency, validate the current warehouse service model, and potentially develop a new framework that addresses the unique operational challenges faced in both the U.S. and Mexico. This initiative is crucial for streamlining deliveries, minimizing import taxes, and modernizing logistical operations in support of the International Narcotics & Law Enforcement Affairs (INL Mexico). Interested parties must submit their capability statements and responses to specific questions via email by October 31, 2024, to Eric R Modrak at ModrakER@state.gov. This Request for Information (RFI) does not constitute a formal solicitation for proposals or quotes and is intended solely for planning purposes.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Eric R Modrak
    ModrakER@state.gov
    Files
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    19AQMR24N0005_Integrated Services RFI _Posting_Document_09.04.2024.docx
    The Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy Mexico’s International Narcotics & Law Enforcement Affairs (INL Mexico), is seeking market research via a Request for Information (RFI) concerning integrated warehousing services. This involves receiving, storage, customs brokerage, and transportation for equipment donations from the U.S. to Mexico. The purpose is to evaluate and potentially enhance the current service model, focusing on increasing efficiency, minimizing tax exposure, and aligning with industry best practices. Responses should include vendor capabilities, past experience with similar requirements, potential pricing models, and specifics addressing unique operational conditions. The RFI emphasizes the need to coordinate duty-free status for donations and addresses the variability of delivery volumes. Interested firms must provide contact information, credentials relevant to freight forwarding and government operations, pricing structures, and responses to specific research questions on existing practices in governmental logistics. The deadline for submissions is October 31, 2024, at 4:00 PM CST, and responses should be emailed to the designated contact. The document stresses that this RFI does not constitute a solicitation for proposals or guarantee of future contract opportunities.
    19AQMR24N0005_Integrated Services RFI _Posting_Document v2_09.11.2024.docx
    The Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Mexico, issued Request for Information Notice 19AQMR24N0005 to gather market insights for integrated services related to warehousing, customs brokerage, and transportation for equipment donations to Mexico. Currently utilizing a warehouse in Brownsville, Texas, INL Mexico aims to explore best practices to enhance service efficiency and validate or develop a new service model tailored to operational challenges. The goals include streamlining deliveries from the U.S. to various locations in Mexico, minimizing import taxes, and modernizing their service framework based on industry standards. Entities responding to this RFI should provide vendor capability statements that address their qualifications in freight forwarding, importing goods into Mexico, and supporting federal organizations. Specific pricing models, service standards, staffing practices, and potential recommendations to reduce costs are also sought. The response process requires submission via email, with a deadline set for October 31, 2024. Notably, this RFI does not solicit formal proposals or offers, nor does it entail any obligation on the government's part. Thus, it serves purely for information gathering and planning purposes, as INL Mexico assesses its logistical frameworks for equipment donations effectively.
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