Inactive Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

Sources Sought: 19INLE23I0006 INL Colombia Computers for DIRAN As part of the assistance of the Embassy of the United States in Bogotá to the Government of Colombia, the International Narcotics and La... Sources Sought: 19INLE23I0006 INL Colombia Computers for DIRAN As part of the assistance of the Embassy of the United States in Bogotá to the Government of Colombia, the International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) section supports several groups within the Colombian National Police, Narcotics Directorate (CNP-DIRAN). The development of activities against organized crime requires access to databases with computer equipment by judicial police personnel assigned to the fight against drug trafficking, organized crime, environmental crimes, immigration, etc. Within the CNP, the DIRAN is responsible for the prosecution of drug trafficking crimes, as well as administration and implementation of the strategy to combat criminal gangs, including operational capacity, coverage, and development of operations against organized crime. The International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Bureau (INL) is interested in the potential acquisition and supply, of computers for the National Police of Colombia, according to the description and technical specifications hereby detailed. This Sources Sought notice is issued for planning purpose only, and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals, offers, bids, and/or quotes. This is not an announcement of a forthcoming solicitation, or confirmation that the Government will contract for the items contained in the Sources Sought, nor is any commitment on the part of the Government to award a contract implied. Responses to this notice will assist the Government in identifying potential sources in determining if a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Small Disadvantaged Businesses 8(a), Historically Underutilized Business Zone Small Business (HUBZone), or Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) set-aside of the solicitation is appropriate, and in determining whether this approach to securing contracting support is practicable. Respondents are advised that the Government will not pay for any information or administrative cost incurred in response to this Sources Sought. Responses to this notice will not be returned. The following information is requested in this RFI/Sources Sought: 1. Company name, point of contact, phone number, and address; 2. UEI Number and CAGE Code; 3. Interest in nature of participation [e.g., prime contractor, teaming partner, primary subcontractor]; 4. SDVOSB/HUBZONE/8(a)/WOSB certification for applicable NAICS; 5. Statement of capabilities in providing provide servers, storage, memory, switching, licensing, and installation services and technical support indicating that the vendor can perform the requirements as stated. 6. Examples of relevant past performance. 7. Questions, clarifications and/or recommendations to INL to inform a subsequent Notice of Funding Opportunity. Interested contractors may provide the above information via e-mail to the addresses listed below. Information submitted must be in sufficient detail as to allow for a thorough government review of firm's interest and capabilities. This information is due no later than Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at 12:00 PM EST. Primary Point of Contact: Michele Coccovizzo Senior Contract Support Specialist CoccovizzoML@state.gov Scope Of Work The Contractor shall provide computers for the National Police of Colombia, according to the description and technical specifications in attached Annex A, to also include warranty, maintenance, and support in Colombia. The Contractor shall provide said services in Spanish. All hardware and software shall be provided with a minimum of one (1) year of warranty (parts and labor) and technical support related to issues that could arise with the operation of the equipment. Delivery The provider will ensure proper delivery of all material from point of origin through delivery site at: Goldbelt Security, LLC 1567 NW 82ND AVE DORAL, FL 33126- Miami – United States POC: Mr. Richard Issa Phone Number: 786 486 8848 The Contractor shall properly pack and consolidate the entire shipment to prevent damage, loss and/or misdirection. Upon notification, the contractor shall replace any items lost or damaged during shipment. Partial shipments are not allowed unless approved in writing by the Contracting Officer. The items acquired through this contract will be donated to the government of Colombia, Colombian National police. In addition to ensuring that all items are prepared for safe shipment, the contractor shall include all the necessary export approvals, required material data safety sheets, licenses, and paperwork. One copy of the packing list and commercial invoice must accompany the shipment, attached to the outside of the “lead” or number one box/carton/package, or individually attached to the outside of each box/carton/package. The packing list shall include, at a minimum: description, brand name, serial number (if any), and quantities. Warranty Warranty shall be effective in Colombia. The Contractor shall be solely responsible, at no additional cost to the Government, of export/import procedures, shipping costs, parts, labor, and any other costs required for all repairs/replacements performed under warranty. The full warranty coverage shall be no less than one (1) year, from the date of Government acceptance, for each system component. Period of Performance Performance period for this contract will be no more than 60 days from the date of potential award. The Contractor shall interpret any reference made to days, as calendar days A firm-fixed price, single award delivery order is being considered, with defined quantities of required commodities and services. In such case, no additional sums shall be payable on account of any escalation in the cost of materials, equipment, or labor, or because of the Contractor’s failure to properly estimate or accurately predict these prices or difficulty of achieving the results required by this contract. Nor shall the delivery order price be adjusted on account of fluctuations in the currency exchange rates. Related travel cost would be reimbursed in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations. Contractor personnel assigned to this project may be subject to security screening by the US Embassy Regional Security Officer (RSO and/or Government of Colombia). In the event a contractor or subcontractor employee does not pass the required security screening, the contractor shall immediately provide a replacement at no additional cost to the Government. Delivery Points of Contact TBD