Request for Information (RFI) – Communication Equipment – El Salvador
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 United States Coast Guard (USCG), under its Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program for El Salvador, is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI). The purpose is to identify qualified sources capable of providing communication equipment and related services to enhance El Salvador's maritime safety and security. Responses are due May 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
The USCG seeks capabilities for a comprehensive communication equipment project in El Salvador, including:
- Installation Design Plan development.
- Manufacture and Delivery of specified commercial communication equipment (e.g., VHF/UHF/HF transceivers, antennas, UPS, operator consoles, cabling).
- In-country removal of existing navigation and communication equipment.
- In-country Installation of all new navigation and communication equipment at five (5) locations.
- Verification and Validation (V&V) of electronic navigation equipment.
- On-site Technical Assistance Training for twenty (20) El Salvadoran personnel in Spanish.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought
- Purpose: Market research to identify qualified sources, including small businesses, and inform future acquisition strategy.
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage); however, small businesses are encouraged to respond and identify their status.
- Response Due: May 28, 2026, 7:00 PM ET
- Published: April 27, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit a capability statement including:
- Company Name, Address, and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
- Point of Contact and Phone Number.
- Business Size applicable to NAICS Code (suggesting alternate NAICS if 238210 is not appropriate).
- Details of any relevant Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) or government-wide vehicle.
- Specific examples of previous experience performing tasks outlined in the SOW (§ 4.3-4.7), including OCONUS installation, V&V, and training.
Additional Notes
This RFI is for planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. No contract will be awarded from this notice, and the Government will not reimburse respondents for costs. Responses will be used for market research to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy. Submissions should be emailed to Kerri.L.Dolezal@uscg.mil with the subject "RFI Response – El Salvador Communication Equipment". Email transmissions are limited to 10MB.