INL Guatemala - Servers and IT Equipment
ID: 191NLE25I0009Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFACQUISITIONS - INLWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers (423430)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - COMPUTE: SERVERS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7B22)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2b7437c992ad4e0f994e4375255b4426/view
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    Description

    The Department of State is seeking contractors to provide servers and IT equipment for the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) in Guatemala. The procurement includes the delivery, installation, and migration of various IT assets, such as servers, desktops, laptops, and software, aimed at modernizing the law enforcement infrastructure in Guatemala. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the operational capabilities of the Vetted Unit, ensuring compliance with U.S. procurement standards and the Trade Agreements Act. Interested contractors must respond with their qualifications and capabilities by July 2, 2025, to the primary contact, Michele Coccovizzo, at coccovizzoML@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michele Coccovizzo
    coccovizzoML@state.gov
    Mohan Krishnakumar
    Krishnakumarm@state.gov
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    2. SOW IT Equipment ICE VU SSN.docx
    The U.S. Department of State (DOS) seeks contractor proposals for computer equipment, licenses, migration, and installation services for the ICE Vetted Unit in Guatemala. The request requires Contractors to be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) and details compliance with the Trade Agreements Act, emphasizing products from eligible countries. The solicitation warns against unauthorized information disclosure and requires that all proposal submissions be marked appropriately, especially regarding confidential information. The project involves delivering and installing new IT equipment, including servers, software, desktops, laptops, power backups, and peripherals, all to be installed at the INL Guatemala office. Equipment specifications demand optimal performance with specifications outlined for each item, ensuring compatibility with both current systems and operational needs. Contractors must provide technical support, warranty services, delivery deadlines, and past performance references. Compliance with shipping instructions for equipment to Guatemala is outlined, noting the necessity of customs clearance, while also stipulating a fixed-price contract. Evaluation criteria for proposals emphasize technical feasibility and past performance, with a focus on value and responsibility. This solicitation reinforces the U.S. commitment to modernizing Guatemala's law enforcement infrastructure while maintaining stringent procurement and operational standards.
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