Translation and Interpretation Services- Buenos Aires, Argentina
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 Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), International Operations, is soliciting quotes for Translation and Interpretation Services for the International Drug Enforcement Conference (IDEC) 2026 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside procurement. The deadline for final quotes has been extended to May 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
This Request for Quotation (RFQ D-26-OE-0009) requires comprehensive translation and interpretation services, including consecutive and simultaneous interpretation, along with audio-visual support. Specific languages needed are English, Spanish, Arabic, French, Portuguese, and Russian. The audio-visual requirements encompass interpretation booths, consoles, headsets, soundproofing, ventilation, lighting, and other related equipment to support the IDEC 2026 conference.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- Period of Performance: Tied to the conference dates of August 18-20, 2026, with potential planning team arrival/departure 1-3 days before and after.
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business
- Quotes Due: May 7, 2026, 10:00 AM EST
- Questions Due: April 23, 2026, 10:00 AM EST (Note: This deadline has passed)
- Published: April 28, 2026 (Amendment A00001)
Evaluation
Award will be made on a best-value basis, considering technical capabilities, personnel resumes, past performance, and price. Quotes must be submitted on an all-or-none basis; alternate quotes will not be accepted.
Additional Notes
Offerors must possess an active SAM.gov account at the time of proposal submission and contract award. All submissions (questions and/or quotes) must be sent electronically to Naomi.S.Collier@dea.gov with the RFQ number in the subject line. Late submissions will not be accepted. Another amendment is forthcoming to address questions and make further changes to the solicitation.