INL_RFQ-PR14940074 BEEKEEPING PROJECT_ACACIAS
ID: INL_RFQ-PR14940074Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

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

NAICS

Apiculture (112910)

PSC

JAMS, JELLIES, AND PRESERVES (8930)

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https://sam.gov/opp/5bf0a91abf5a4bf6868cca7d31b37aa9/view
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    The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) is seeking quotations for supplies related to the Beekeeping Project in Acacías, Colombia. This procurement aims to support local beekeeping initiatives by providing necessary supplies, with the expectation that all items will be marked for donation to the Colombian government. Interested vendors must submit their quotations via email by January 22, 2025, and ensure compliance with local laws and export regulations, as well as provide warranty services within Colombia. For further details, vendors can contact Javier F. Lopez at LopezJF@state.gov.

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    Lopez, Javier F
    LopezJF@state.gov
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    The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) PR14940074 for supplies related to the Beekeeping Project in Acacías, Colombia. Interested vendors must submit their quotations via email by January 22, 2025, with delivery required within 20 days after order receipt. The contract will be awarded based on technical acceptability and price, primarily without discussions. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). The procurement includes specific exclusions regarding taxes—vendors cannot claim VAT reimbursement from the U.S. Government. Furthermore, contractors must comply with local laws and ensure all items are marked appropriately as they will be sent to the Colombian government as a donation. The document outlines procurement procedures, pricing structures (to be completed in an excel format), and confidentiality expectations. It emphasizes the need for warranty services to be provided in Colombia, along with compliance with export laws and a commitment to preserving the integrity of processes by avoiding unauthorized work and maintaining proper conduct among contractor staff. The entire process underscores the importance of transparency, ethics, and adherence to regulatory requirements in government contracting, especially in international contexts.
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