GUATEMALA - STORAGE CAPACITY EXPANSION
ID: 19GT5025Q0009Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUSEMBASSY GUATEMALA CITYWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Computer Storage Device Manufacturing (334112)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - STORAGE PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7K20)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/378d8ab7a9ef4d2f8eb6f44987f50cd6/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Guatemala, is seeking proposals for the expansion of storage capacity for existing servers to support the Guatemalan Office of the Comptroller General (CGC). This procurement aims to enhance the CGC's capabilities in detecting and preventing corruption in government spending by improving its technological infrastructure, which includes the integration of electronic signatures for streamlined report issuance. Interested vendors must submit their quotations electronically by January 31, 2025, and are encouraged to attend a site visit scheduled for January 21, 2025. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Beau Garrett at guatemalabids@state.gov or Zayda Serech at SerechZA@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Beau Garrett
    50223540000
    guatemalabids@state.gov
    Zayda Serech
    50230316838
    SerechZA@state.gov
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    RFQ - 19GT5025Q0009-StorageCapacityExpansionCGC.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Guatemala issued Request for Quotations (RFQ) 19GT5025Q0009 regarding the expansion of storage capacity for existing servers to support the Guatemalan Office of the Comptroller General (CGC). The initiative aims to enhance the CGC's ability to prevent corruption in government spending through improved technological infrastructure, including the integration of electronic signatures to streamline report issuance and ensure better oversight. Interested vendors are required to submit quotations electronically by January 31, 2025, with an emphasis on adhering to specific formats and sizes for submission. Quotations must include various forms, proof of registration in the System for Award Management (SAM), and relevant technical specifications for the proposed hardware. A site visit is scheduled for January 21, 2025, to facilitate vendor engagement. The contract will be awarded to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable proposal, emphasizing the need for high-quality, compliant products accompanied by robust warranties. The selected vendor will install the specified hardware at the CGC location and provide ongoing technical support. Beyond procurement, this contract reflects the U.S. Government's commitment to strengthening institutions in Guatemala by combating corruption through enhanced auditing capabilities.
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