International Police Peacekeeping Operations Support (IPPOS)
ID: 19AQMMIPPOS2024Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: OTHER (R799)

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https://sam.gov/opp/917cb3c1e5d94f168f9d4632b391ef02/view
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    Sources Sought Notice: State Department Seeks International Police Peacekeeping Operations Support (IPPOS)

    The State Department is seeking sources for International Police Peacekeeping Operations Support (IPPOS). This program aims to enhance the operational effectiveness of police in peacekeeping operations by providing capacity-building support, specialized training, mentoring, and advising. The goal is to improve the capacity of partner countries to generate, train, deploy, and lead effective police officers and units in United Nations (UN) peacekeeping missions.

    The government is conducting market research to determine the interest, capability, and socio-economic category of potential sources for this requirement. The anticipated start date for the contract is September 2024. The government is considering establishing a Labor Hours contract to procure these non-commercial services.

    Interested parties are requested to address the questions in the attached Market Research Questionnaire. Responses should be limited to a maximum of three (3) pages and should not include pricing information. Additionally, interested parties may provide a capability statement.

    This Sources Sought Announcement is for informational and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. Interested parties should submit their responses with a subject heading of "International Police Peacekeeping Operations Support (IPPOS)" to Andrea Pitt, Contract Specialist, A/OPE/AQM/IP/INL, email address: pitta@state.gov, with cc to Christine George, Contract Specialist, A/OPE/AQM/IP/INL, email address: georgec@state.gov. The deadline for submission is close of business on December 15, 2023. Telephone responses will not be accepted.

    Please note that this notice does not constitute a commitment by the Government, and all information submitted in response to this announcement is voluntary.

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    Andrea Pitt
    PittA@state.gov
    Jeanette Russell
    russellj8@state.gov
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