PR14971495_INL Mobile Phone Purchase
ID: 14971495Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY QUITOWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

All Other Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing (33599)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT (5895)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7e690993d21d4dfab14923ef4936c388/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 17, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 24, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 31, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Quito, Ecuador, is soliciting bids for the procurement of mobile phones and accessories under Solicitation No. PR14971495_INL. The requirement includes 17 units of the iPhone 16 Pro Max along with cases, screen protectors, and chargers, all of which must be new and meet specified technical standards to enhance operational efficiency for the Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL). This acquisition is crucial for ensuring effective communication and coordination among team members engaged in combating drug trafficking and organized crime. Interested vendors must submit their offers by January 31, 2025, and direct any questions to Gabriela Sevilla at (+593) 98 132 5887 or via email at sevillamg@state.gov. A one-year warranty on all products is required, and delivery must occur within 30 days of the purchase order.

Point(s) of Contact
Deryl van Coblijn
59323985106
VanCoblijnDS@state.gov
Gabriela Sevilla
593981325887
sevillamg@state.gov
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Advertisement_Cellphone.pdf
Jan 24, 2025, 11:05 PM UTC
The U.S. Embassy in Quito, Ecuador is soliciting bids for the procurement of mobile phones and accessories through Solicitation No. PR14971495_INL. The requirement includes 17 units of the iPhone 16 Pro Max, cases, screen protectors, and chargers, all of which must be new and meet specified technical standards. The selected vendor must ensure delivery within 30 days after the award and provide items for safe transportation, with all deliveries requiring prior authorization from the embassy. The contract stipulates a one-year warranty on all products, covering defects, and mandates that all documentation, including manuals, be provided in both English and Spanish. Suppliers must include all costs in their fixed prices and note that VAT will be treated as a separate line item. Payment is 100% upon receipt of goods, with no advance payments permitted. Evaluation will focus on technical compliance, timely delivery, and pricing. Interested vendors must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) before submitting bids. The deadline for questions is January 22, 2025, with final offers due by January 31, 2025. This solicitation reflects the embassy's procurement processes and commitment to maintaining updated communication equipment for operational needs in Ecuador.
Questions and Answers.pdf
Jan 24, 2025, 11:05 PM UTC
The document pertains to a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the U.S. Embassy in Quito, Ecuador, for various electronic items, specifically the iPhone 16 Pro Max and accompanying accessories. It includes a series of questions and answers clarifying specifications and requirements. Key topics are the compatible model of the iPhone (A3296) for Ecuador, acceptable alternatives for cases and accessories, and delivery logistics. The RFQ emphasizes that all items must meet specified standards, be original, compatible, and preferably in black. The document specifies that all products should be delivered together, and clarifications regarding the inclusion of manuals in both English and Spanish are addressed. Furthermore, it discusses customs arrangements, indicating that customs costs should be covered by the supplier while the embassy provides tax waivers. This RFQ reflects standard procurement procedures typical in government contracts, aiming to ensure that the necessary technology is procured with clarity and compliance to local requirements. Overall, it highlights the embassy's commitment to securing quality products for operational needs in Ecuador.
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