INL RFQ - PR15807480 - K9-EMERGENCY VETERINARY & HEALTH SERVICES 26-27
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of State, International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Office (INL) in Bogota, is soliciting quotations for K9 Emergency Veterinary and Health Services in Colombia. This combined synopsis/solicitation seeks comprehensive veterinary care for working dogs (K9) specialized in substance detection. The contract will be a Firm-Fixed-Price purchase order. Quotations are due by April 8, 2026, at 4:00 pm local Bogota time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for specialized veterinary services for K9 assets throughout Colombia, including high-priority critical areas and DIRAN operational units. Key services include:
- Comprehensive Veterinary Care: Clinical examinations, laboratory diagnostics, vaccinations, deworming, and 24/7 emergency care.
- Reporting: Detailed quarterly reports on K9 health.
- Digital Systems: Implementation of an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system for K9 assets.
- Logistics: Transportation logistics for K9 assets, including specialized ground and air transport.
- Advanced Medical Services: Critical care, emergency services, hospitalization, and specialized surgical procedures.
- Diagnostics: Diagnostic imaging (Ultrasound, X-ray, CT, MRI) and clinical laboratory testing.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order.
- Period of Performance: April 30, 2026, to April 30, 2027 (12 months).
- Payment: Monthly, with no advance payments. Payments will be made in Colombian pesos (COP) for Colombian firms and US dollars (USD) for US firms.
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition.
- Quotations Due: April 8, 2026, at 4:00 pm local Bogota time.
- Published Date: March 25, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be made based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. Evaluation factors include technical specifications, delivery time, warranty, and past performance.
Additional Notes
This solicitation is prepared under FAR Subpart 12.6 and utilizes Simplified Acquisition Procedures. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov to be eligible for award. The services acquired will be donated to the Government of Colombia. Offerors must propose manufacturers other than Chinese or related, as per FAR 52.240-91 and 52.240-90.