SIM Pre-paid Iridium Satellite

SECTION 1GENERAL INFORMATION1.1) The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) is responsible for the development, supervision, coordination, and implementation of international narcotics control assistance activities and international criminal justice issues for the U.S. Department of State (DOS). The INL requires Satellite Service (Iridium Inmarsat) for the Colombian National Police, as provided in the Table of Requirements (2.2).1.2) This Request for Information (RFI) is issued for informational and planning purposes only. The information will be used in conducting market research to identify qualified, experienced, and interested potential sources in support of the Government's requirements, and will help to inform best procurement practice and likely future Requests for Quotations (RFQ).1.3) This document shall be used for planning purposes only, as outlined under FAR 52.215-3. This document is NOT a Request for Proposals (RFP) or a Request for

Quotations (RFQ). It is not to be construed as a formal solicitation or an obligation on the part of the Government to acquire any products or services. Any information provided to the Government, or participation in the activities described herein is strictly voluntary, and will be provided at no cost to the Government.1.4) It is the intention of the government to identify companies able to provide the Individual Tactical Equipment under this RFI for a single award contract at a Firm-Fixed-Price. For the purposes of this RFI, the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code NAICS code 334220 - Satellite communications equipment manufacturing1.5) Notice of RFI Closing Date and Time Digital/Paper responses to this RFI shall be submitted to: Nicole Dent, no later than 1:00 PM (Washington, DC time) on July 19, 2018, via email at DentND@state.gov1.6) Point of Contact(s): Nicole DentContract Support SpecialistDentND@state.govContracting Office Address: U.S. Department of StateBureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement AffairsOffice of Resource ManagementGrants, Acquisitions, and Procurement Policy Division (INL/RM/GAPP)2401 E St. NW Rm. 910- (SA-01 Columbia Plaza) Washington DC, 20037SECTION 2DECRIPTION OF REQUIREMENTS 2.1) This requirement will ultimately be solicited as a "Brand Name or Equal" requirement. All minimum specifications are meant to be informational and not restrictive to any one brand. If the minimum technical specifications/requirements are met or exceeded, as determined by a panel of Technical Evaluators, the products offered will be considered for award.2.2) Table of Requirements Meet or exceed for each item as described below:See Attachment A2.3) Warranty A) Offerors shall state their standard warranty they offer in their response to the RFI. If INL receives a warranty claim for defects in material or workmanship, the product(s) will be sent to the vendor's location to perform an evaluation, with no charge to INL, to verify the status of the claim and the product. If the warranty department of the vendor determines that the product has a defect covered under the warranty, vendor must replace. INL is not responsible for any transportation charges. Replacement products must be in new condition. INL does not accept used items or refurbished.B) Vendor must to warranty local maintenance, after sale support and have replacement of all parts in country of destination (South America). Should a replacement be provided, delivery will be required within thirty (30) days after a claim is made.2.4) Delivery Delivery of items shall be completed within ninety (90) days after the receipt of the order.The Contractor shall provide to the U.S. Government the new products as described in the specifications for the stated firm fixed price. Further, the Contractor shall properly perform the pre-delivery inspection on the products and deliver them to the location set forth under Place of Delivery, of this contract. The firm fixed price shall include the products pre-delivery inspection, certificates of origin, operator's manuals, warranty certificates and any other documentation mandated by the Government under NAICS code 334220 - Satellite communications equipment manufacturing. The electronic copy, upon file opening and display on the computer monitor, shall appear exactly as the printed hard copy quote submission with the same font size restriction. Contractors should use a Read and Delivered Receipt to ensure timely submission as well as to ensure that the USG received the information.INFORMATION TO CONTRACTORS: Contractors are reminded that information furnished under this Request for Information (RFI) may be subject to disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Therefore, all items that are confidential to business or that contain trade secrets or proprietary or personnel information must be clearly marked. Marking of items will not necessarily preclude disclosure when Department of State (DoS) determines disclosure is warranted by FOIA. However, if such items are not marked, all information contained within the submitted documents will be deemed releasable. SECTION 3CAPABILITY STATEMENT AND PAST PERFORMANCE 3.1) If the vendor is capable of providing the requirements described in this RFI, please provide a Capability Statement to Nicole Dent via e-mail by the closing date outlined in Section 1.5, Notice of RFI Closing Date and Time. Please do not call the contracting office for information; email any questions to avoid any misunderstanding or confusion. The Capability Statement should include general information and technical background describing your firm's experience in contracts requiring similar efforts to meet the program objectives, and should not exceed five (5) pages in length.3.2) When addressing question 8 below, please indicate the contract type and period of performance for similar items provided. At a minimum the following information is requested:1) Company Informationa) Company Nameb) Addressc) Point of Contactd) Telephone Numbere) E-mail address2) Primarily doing business in the Private/Commercial or Government Sector.3) Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code4) Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number5) Business Size (i.e. Small Business, Other than Small)6) Socio-Economic status (i.e. 8(a), HUBZone, veteran-owned, women-owned, etc.)(Mark with X the Socio-Economic Status of the Company) Small Business Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Eligible Under the Women-Owned Small Business Program HUBZONE Small BusinessEconomically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business  8(a)7) Detailed information on capabilities to finance, mobilize instructors by DATE, and train participants 8) Describe any service contracts you have performed for similar combined services9) NAICS code(s) the company usually performs under10) Company' role in the performance of the requirementa. Prime Contractorb. Subcontractorc. Other (please describe)11) Functions that may be set aside for subcontract opportunitiesAttachment ADRAFT STATEMENT OF WORK1. GeneralThe Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) is one of the bureaus in the Department of State whose program authority derives from the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended (FAA). Under the FAA, INL is charged with providing assistance to host governments to develop and implement effective counter narcotics, anticrime, and border control programs.2. Background:The INL Interdiction Program's core goal is to stem the flow of illicit narcotics to the United States. One of the ways we use to achieve this goal is by building the interdiction capabilities of Colombian authorities, including the COLOMBIAN NATIONAL POLICE (CNP). The goods covered in this SOW (SIM cards for satellite services) will enable the CNP to conduct operations around Colombia. Communications via satellite is a vital capacity enabling CNP to share with other groups of the CNP.3. Technical Specifications:Item 1 - Supply of SIM Pre-paid Iridium Satellite net, with coverage throughout the Colombian territory, unlimited voice service for iridium phones 9575 PTT, configuration three rings of 100,000 kilometers and a ring of 300,000 kilometers, plan to be used in a period of up to 12 months from the date of arrival at INL Bogota.Item 2 - Supply of 25 Prepaid BGAN (Inmarsat) SIM cards, with 12 Gb, capacity for streaming (unshared cannel with 256 kbps), public-static IP address. Validity: 12 months after activation. Firewall for restricting data traffic from and to BGAN terminals VPN service, for creating private tunnels from and to Main offices.QUALITY OF SERVICE:Service provided by companies licensed (legal) to sell satelital services in Colombia (issued by Ministerio de Comunicaciones)Language: SpanishCompany with direct service in ColombiaDirect cannel for INMARSAT certified by INMARSATTechnician certified by INMARSAT for BGAN SERVICES.TRAININGItem 3 - Training for configuration and use of PTT telephones and BGAN antennas.The contractor shall provide the necessary technical training so as to ensure that the technicians receive the training necessary to install, administer, and maintain the service provided. The contractor shall deliver a Spanish language operations manual for the service delivered