State, Department Of- State, Department Of- U. S. Embassy Guatemala City - Agency Bids & RFPs

The services shall be acquired to INL Guatemala to the destination described below no later than 20 calendar days after purchase order is awarded. The period of performance of the services is twelve months starting the date the service is activated.

Payment terms are net 30 days after receipt of a valid invoice in the finance office. Payment will be processed by EFT only.

The firm-fixed price shall include the requested services, activation support if needed, warranty certificates and any other documentation mandated by the destination country.

The U. S. government intends to award a purchase order to the responsible company submitting a technically acceptable offer at the lowest price.

Offerors shall be registered in the SAM system for award management database at www. ***. *. * prior to submittal of their offer/proposal as prescribed under FAR **** to be registered at time of proposal submission may deem the offeror's proposal to be considered nonresponsible and no further consideration will be given.

If the contractor fails to meet the performance standard, the U. S. government reserves the right to act, including a deduction from any invoice.

The due date to submit questions for this solicitation is on March 18th 2026, by 17:00 hours.

The bid notice states that all equipment shall be delivered in Guatemala City, Guatemala not later than ninety (90) calendar days from receipt of the award notification.

The bid notice does not explicitly state the payment terms, but mentions that payments to the contractor shall be made following satisfactory inspection and acceptance of products by the office of INL in Guatemala City once delivered.

The bid notice states that the contractor shall provide at least a 3-year warranty for the kennel upon installation to the vehicle, which shall include manufacturing defects, equipment failure, wiring or electrical failure and must be attended onsite.

The bid notice states that award from this solicitation will be made on an all or none basis and will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable, responsible quoter.

Offerors shall be registered in the SAM system for award management database at https:www. sam. gov prior to submittal of their offer/proposal as prescribed under FAR **** to be registered at time of proposal submission may deem the offeror's proposal to be considered non-responsible and no further consideration will be given.

The bid notice states that the contractor shall exchange a defective kennel, at its own expense, within 30 working days if there are any identified concerns with the kennel. In the case of exchange or returns, the contractor will have fifteen (15) working days to reply to the exchange request. If the contractor is unwilling to or unable to comply with the request after INL's final inspection, INL will pay only for the working kennel.

The bid notice states that before commencement of manufacturing, contractor shall provide samples of the materials to be used for quality control of the materials specified in the SOW.

The due date to receive questions for this solicitation is April 01, 2026, by 17:00 hours.

The contractor shall deliver products within forty-five (45) calendar days after award of the contract. The delivery location is a designated Miami warehouse: **** NW 34th Street, Suvi Warehouse, Doral, FL 33178. The bid notice states all equipment shall be delivered to warehouse in miami no later than nlt 45 calendar days from receipt of the award notification.

The bid notice states Payment terms for the USG are net 30 days after receipt of valid invoice in the finance office.

The bid notice states The subject equipment shall be covered by the manufacturers standard warranty of 2 years.

The bid notice states The u. s. government intends to award a purchase order to the responsible company submitting a technically acceptable offer at the lowest price.

The bid notice states Offerors shall be registered in the SAM system for award management database at https:www. sam. gov prior to submittal of their offerproposal as prescribed under FAR ****.

The bid notice does not mention any requirement for a site visit.

The bid notice does not mention any requirement for sample submission.

The due date to submit questions for this solicitation is on March 27, 2026, by 17:00 hours.

Quotations are due by April 16, 2026, by **** hours. No quotations will be accepted after this time. The contractor shall begin performance within 5 calendar days and complete it within 35 calendar days after receiving award, notice to proceed.

Payment terms are Net 30 days after receipt of a valid invoice in the finance office. Payments will be made only via electronic funds transfer (EFT).

The contractor shall implement an effective quality control program and ensure that a qualified supervisor is always present on site during active work. All work shall be subject to inspection, review, and approval by the contracting officer's representative (COR). Any work found to be deficient or noncompliant shall be corrected by the contractor at no additional cost to the government within the timeframes specified by the COR. The contractor warrants and implies that the items delivered hereunder are merchantable and fit for use for the particular purpose described in this contract.

Award will be made to the lowest priced, acceptable, responsible quoter.

Offerors must be technically qualified and financially responsible. Minimum requirements include the ability to understand written and spoken English, an established business in Guatemala or plans to establish one within 30 days of award, proof of SAM registration, prior construction experience with suitable references, necessary personnel, equipment, and financial resources, all required local licenses and permits, meeting local insurance requirements, no adverse criminal record, and no political or business affiliation contrary to U. S. interests.

If the contractor fails to complete the work within the time specified in the contract, or any extension, the contractor shall pay liquidated damages to the government in the amount of **** for each calendar day of delay until the work is completed or accepted.

A site visit has been scheduled for Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Participants will meet at 20 Calle 4-30, Zona 10.

It is anticipated that the range in price of this contract will be between $25,000 and $100,000.