INL_RFQ-PR16069207 BIOMETRICS CARTAGENA OFFICE
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 International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Office (INL) in Bogota, under the Department of State, is seeking quotations for Biometrics Systems for its Cartagena Office in Colombia. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for a Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order. The acquired items will be donated to the Government of Colombia. Quotations are due by June 29, 2026, at 4:00 PM (Bogota time).
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the purchase and installation of new biometrics systems for an office area. Key deliverables include:
- Biometric devices
- Door sensors
- Electromagnet locks
- Power supplies and batteries
- Panic buttons All equipment must be new, installed, and compatible with the existing BIOSTAR system in Bogota. Offerors must provide detailed product specifications and delivery timelines.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order
- Period of Performance/Delivery: Within thirty (30) days after receipt of order (ARO)
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition
- Questions Due: June 23, 2026, 4:00 PM (Bogota time)
- Quotations Due: June 29, 2026, 4:00 PM (Bogota time)
- Published: June 17, 2026
Evaluation & Eligibility
Award will be made based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. Evaluation factors include technical specifications, delivery time, warranty, and past performance. Offers must remain valid for 90 days from the closing date.
Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) to be eligible for award, unless an exception applies. There are restrictions on procuring equipment from China and prohibitions on contracting with entities requiring certain internal confidentiality agreements.
Additional Notes
Payment currency will be Colombian Pesos (COP) for Colombian firms and US Dollars (USD) for US firms. No advance payments are allowed, and invoices must be submitted through the Vendor Portal. A one (1) year warranty against manufacturing defects is required, with warranty, maintenance, and support provided in Colombia. DBA Insurance will be required after award.