19GE5026Q0149.pdf

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF STATE

Regional Procurement Support Office (RPSO)

Giessener Strasse 30 60435 Frankfurt am Main

Germany

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION 19GE5026Q0149

The U.S. Government seeks to establish one or more Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract for the supply and delivery of tactical, surveillance, protective, and evidence-handling equipment for the

Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) at U.S. Embassy Beirut, Lebanon.

Notice: One or more of the items under this acquisition is subject to the World Trade

Organization Government Procurement Agreement and Free Trade Agreements.

Purchase Restriction: Unless offers for U.S.-made or designated country end products/services are either not received or are insufficient to fulfill the requirements, only U.S.-made end products/services or designated country end products/services will be considered (FAR

25.403(a)). See FAR 52.225-5 for definition of a “designated country”.

Type of Contract: The Government intends to award one or more contract consisting of Firm-

Fixed-Price (FFP) line items for the supplies and services described in this solicitation. The FFP price shall include all direct and indirect costs, profit, shipping/delivery charges, export requirements, insurance, training, and all other costs associated with contract performance. The price will not be subject to adjustment after award.

I. GENERAL

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products and commercial services prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12 and issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation number 19GE5026Q0149 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).

This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. This acquisition is conducted as full and open competition.

This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.

http://www.acquisition.gov/

The solicitation, including all incorporated provisions and clauses, reflects the Federal

Acquisition Regulation (FAR) as revised through the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO). The

RFO revisions apply to this acquisition unless the Contracting Officer determines otherwise in writing.

The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 423990 Other

Miscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant Wholesalers and Product Service Code (PSC) 8465

Individual Equipment — includes body armor, load-bearing equipment, protective gear

II. PRICE BREAKDOWN AND ITEMIZED LINE ITEMS

This solicitation allows partial award. Offerors must submit pricing for all CLINs.

The offeror shall complete the following pricing table below in its entirety. All prices shall be in

U.S. Dollars (USD). For the FFP CLINs, the total price shall include all labor, equipment, materials, overhead, profit, insurance, delivery/shipping, export licensing costs, and all other expenses necessary to deliver the required supplies and services. No additional sums will be payable on account of any escalations in the cost of materials, equipment, or labor, or because of the Contractor's failure to properly estimate or accurately predict the cost or difficulty of achieving the results required by this contract. Nor will the price be adjusted on account of fluctuations in currency exchange rates.

PRICE SCHEDULE

CLIN Listing

CLIN Item Description Qty UoI

0001 Concealable Bulletproof Vests (NIJ Level II or IIIA) 80 EA

0002 Tactical Load-Bearing Vests & Modular Gear 50 EA

0003 Tactical Helmets (Ballistic or Impact Protective) 50 EA

0004 Covert Weapon Holsters 50 EA

0005 Tactical First Aid Kits (IFAK) 50 EA

0006 Tactical Gloves 150 PR

0007 Tactical Boots 150 PR

CLIN Item Description Qty UoI

0008 Non-Lethal Crowd-Control Tools (Pepper Spray) 30 EA

0009 Non-Lethal Crowd-Control Tools (Police Batons) 30 EA

0010 Handheld Metal Detectors 5 EA

0011 Covert Wireless Earpieces 20 EA

0012 High-Zoom Digital Surveillance Camera 2 EA

0013 Body-Worn Cameras (BWC) 12 EA

0014 Action Cameras (GoPro-type) 10 EA

0015 Dash Cameras for Vehicles 20 EA

0016 GPS Trackers for Surveillance Operations 10 EA

0017 Drug Identification & Testing Kits 20 SET

0018 Evidence Collection & Packaging Kits 15 SET

0019 Ballistic Shields 3 EA

0020 Night Vision Scopes & Thermal Cameras 4 EA

0021 Lock Picking & Breaching Tools (LE only) 4 SET

0022 Training — Night Vision/Thermal (8 participants, online) 1 LOT

The quoter is solely responsible for determining the correct export classification of every item it offers, including items not listed above, and for obtaining all required authorizations. See Section

(vi), paragraph 6.

(vi) DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENTS

1. Background and Purpose

INL requires the supply and delivery of tactical, surveillance, protective, and evidence-handling equipment to support the Drug Repression Bureau (DRB), Judicial Police, Internal Security

Forces (ISF), Lebanon. The Regional Procurement Support Office Frankfurt issues this solicitation on behalf of INL.

2. Scope of Work

The Contractor shall, for each CLIN awarded:

a. Supply the equipment in the quantity, sizes, and configuration specified; b. Deliver FOB

Destination to the designated ISF warehouse in Beirut, Lebanon; c. Provide the specified manufacturer warranty and user documentation; d. Provide serial numbers, certificates of conformity, and all required documentation; and e. Where CLIN 0022 or 0023 is awarded, deliver the specified training.

3. Delivery Requirements

a. Delivery Period. Delivery shall be made within 90 calendar days after award of the applicable CLIN, FOB Destination.

b. Delivery Location. ISF warehouse at Bliss Street – Rass Beirut Police Station – Third Floor –

Hobeich Building, Beirut, Lebanon. Detailed delivery instructions will be provided after award.

The Contractor shall coordinate labeling and shipping information with the COR.

c. Shipping / Consignee Information.

Ship to / Consignee: International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Office (INL), American

Embassy, Gemayel Str., Antelias El Metn, Beirut 70840, Lebanon. Tel: +961-4-542600 Notify

Party: American Embassy, Mr. Isac Manassa. Tel: +961-4-542600 Ext. 4570 / Cell: +961-3-

117598, C/O Internal Security Forces of Lebanon

d. Packaging. Packaging must protect items during international shipment and handling. Include hard cases where relevant. Deliveries shall include packing lists, serial number lists, warranty certificates, and manuals.

e. Hazardous Materials The Contractor shall package, mark, label, and declare aerosol products in accordance with applicable IATA/IMDG/DOT requirements and shall provide the Safety Data

Sheet and a dangerous goods declaration with the shipment.

4. Technical Specifications

The following are minimum requirements. Quotations shall meet or exceed each minimum and shall clearly identify any exception.

CLIN 0001 — Concealable Bulletproof Vests — 80 EA Use: Undercover/low-profile ballistic protection for patrol and investigative operations.

Requirement Specification

Protection NIJ 0101.06 certified Level II or Level IIIA (quoter may offer either;

state which)

Design Concealable/low-profile with carrier; moisture-wicking liner; 4–6 point adjustable straps; minimal printing under clothing

Weight Level II: ≤ 2.0 kg complete (size L); Level IIIA: ≤ 2.5 kg complete (size

L)

Coverage Front/back soft armor panels, wraparound protection; edge coverage per

NIJ sizing

Materials Aramid, UHMWPE, or hybrid; stitch/heat-sealed against fiber migration

Ergonomics Breathable mesh; anti-microbial; low-noise fabric; removable/washable carrier

Sizes S(3), M(15), L(37), XL(19), XXL(6) — Total 80 vests

Carriers Two (2) exterior carriers per vest — one Black and one White — for a total of 160 carriers. The unit price shall include both carriers.

Accessories Trauma insert pocket; removable ID panel

Environmental Sweat, humidity, and salt-resistant; retains flexibility

Warranty 5 years ballistic panel; 1 year carrier

Documentation NIJ certificates, lot traceability, ballistic test report, user manual, care instructions

CLIN 0002 — Tactical Load-Bearing Vests & Modular Gear — 50 EA

Requirement Specification

System MOLLE/PALS compatible; modular pouches

Materials 500–1000D nylon; reinforced, bar-tacked stress points

Requirement Specification

Adjustability Fits S–XXL; cummerbund/shoulder adjust; quick-release buckles

Capacity Configurable for radio, med kit, magazines, utility, flashlight

Comfort Breathable mesh; padded shoulders; airflow channels

Ruggedness Abrasion- and UV-resistant; water-resistant; −10 to 50 °C

Accessories Standard pouch set (admin, radio, utility, med); cable/hydration routing

Warranty 1 year

CLIN 0003 — Tactical Helmets — 50 EA

Type Ballistic NIJ Level IIIA (high-cut preferred) or Impact EN 397 / EN

12492 for training/riot duty

Rails/Shroud Side accessory rails and NVG shroud (standard mount)

Suspension Modular pad system; dial-fit; 4-point chinstrap

Weight Ballistic ≤ 1.4–1.6 kg

Sizes S(5), M(35), L(10) — Total 50

Color Tan

Warranty 5 years shell; 1 year pads/suspension

Documentation Ballistic test certificates; model/lot traceability

CLIN 0004 — Covert Weapon Holsters — 50 EA

Compatibility Universal solution acceptable if it accommodates standard duty pistol frame sizes; right/left hand; multiple cants

Design Concealable; minimal print; Level I–II retention; smooth draw; adjustable ride height

Materials Elastic or leather hybrid; sweat guard

Mounting IWB preferred; OWB clip option; standard duty belt widths

CLIN 0005 — Tactical First Aid Kits (IFAK) — 50 EA

Contents Tourniquet (CAT or equivalent), pressure dressing, hemostatic gauze, compressed gauze, vented chest seals ×2, NPA with lubricant, trauma shears, nitrile gloves, emergency blanket, marker, instruction card

Pouch MOLLE-compatible; tear-away; weather-resistant

Color Tan

Shelf Life All consumables ≥ 24 months remaining at delivery

Warranty 1 year (pouch); consumables per expiry

CLIN 0006 — Tactical Gloves — 150 PR

Type Cut-resistant (ANSI A4 or better); padded knuckles; touchscreen fingertips;

breathable

Fit Wrist closure; abrasion-resistant palms

Sizes S(10), M(20), L(70), XL(40), XXL(10) — Total 150 pairs

Color Tan

Warranty 6–12 months

CLIN 0007 — Tactical Boots — 150 PR

Type 6–8" duty boots; slip-resistant outsole; toe protection (composite optional)

Comfort Cushioned insoles; breathable lining; quick-dry

Ruggedness Water-resistant; reinforced stitching; −10 to 40 °C

Sizes EU 41(25), 42(50), 43(50), 44(25) — Total 150 pairs

Color Tan

CLIN 0008 — Pepper Spray — 30 EA

Formula OC 10% or agency-specified; stream or gel; UV dye optional

Canister 50–100 ml duty size; safety lock

Shelf Life ≥ 3 years remaining at delivery

Compliance Labeling and SDS; IATA/DOT-compliant packaging and declaration

Warranty Shelf-life only

CLIN 0009 — Police Batons — 30 EA

Type Collapsible (ASP-type) 21–26 in, or fixed 24–26 in

Material Heat-treated steel/aluminum alloy; non-slip grip

Finish Black oxide or similar; corrosion-resistant

Holster Duty belt compatible; included

CLIN 0010 — Handheld Metal Detectors — 5 EA

Sensitivity Detect small metallic objects (razor blade) at 50–75 mm; adjustable

Alarm Audio / LED / vibration; silent mode

Power Rechargeable or 9V; runtime ≥ 16 hours

Ruggedness IP54; drop-resistant

Accessories Holster; charger

CLIN 0011 — Covert Wireless Earpieces — 20 EA

Form Factor In-ear low-visibility (skin-tone), with neck-loop or micro-transceiver option

Compatibility Bluetooth or Wi-Fi; compatible with standard iOS and Android smartphones; not restricted to a specific radio make/model

Wireless Bluetooth 5.0+; multipoint pairing; encrypted link (AES or BLE Secure

Connections)

Battery Rechargeable; ≥ 8 hours continuous talk; charging case or USB-C

Audio Noise reduction; echo cancellation; latency ≤ 150 ms for PTT

Controls Discreet PTT, volume, mute; optional sleeve/wrist PTT

Fit Multiple ear tips (S/M/L); left/right; IPX4+

Accessories Charging case, spare tips, cable, clips

CLIN 0012 — High-Zoom Digital Surveillance Camera — 2 EA

Sensor 1" or larger preferred; ≥ 20 MP stills; 4K video minimum

Optical Zoom ≥ 20× true optical

Stabilization Optical + electronic; tripod-mount compatible

Low Light f/2.8–f/5.6 across zoom; clean to ISO 6400; low-light mode

Recording Internal SDXC; H.264/H.265; ≥ 100 Mbps at 4K

Connectivity Wi-Fi, Bluetooth; remote app; live view

Power ≥ 2 hours continuous 1080p; external DC input preferred

Ruggedness 0–40 °C; IP54 preferred with rain cover

Accessories Tripod, gimbal/stabilizer, 2 spare batteries, 2× 256 GB SD cards, weather cover

Warranty 2 years

CLIN 0013 — Body-Worn Cameras — 12 EA

Video 1080p60 minimum; FOV ≥ 120°; 30–60 sec pre/post-event buffer

Audio Dual-mic noise reduction

Storage Internal 64–128 GB; AES-128 or AES-256 encryption at rest

Security Device-level authentication; tamper-evident logs; secure offload via USB-

C or dock

Metadata Time/date sync (NTP/GPS), incident tagging, device ID

Battery ≥ 12 hours mixed use; hot-swap or high-capacity option

Ruggedness MIL-STD-810G/H drop; IP66+; −10 to 50 °C

Mounts Chest, MOLLE, clip; anti-snag

Software Client for secure export, chain-of-custody, audit logs; open-format export

(MP4 + metadata)

Warranty 2 years; replaceable lens shield

CLIN 0014 — Action Cameras — 10 EA

Video 4K60, 1080p120; hyper-stabilization; ultrawide and linear modes

Ruggedness Waterproof to 10 m; shock-resistant

Accessories Chest mount, head strap, adhesive mounts, 2 spare batteries, 2× 128 GB cards

Warranty 1 year minimum

CLIN 0015 — Dash Cameras for Vehicles — 20 EA

Video Front 2K (1440p); optional rear 1080p; HDR; night mode

Storage Loop recording; encrypted storage preferred; 128 GB card included

GPS Speed/location overlay; time sync

Power 12V hardwire kit with parking mode; auto on/off

Ruggedness −20 to 60 °C; vibration-resistant

Warranty 1 year minimum

CLIN 0016 — GPS Trackers — 10 EA

Form Factor Magnetic/portable; IP67

Positioning GPS + GLONASS; ≤ 5 m outdoor accuracy; assisted indoor location

Reporting Configurable intervals (10 sec–10 min); motion-based; geofences; alerts

Connectivity 4G/LTE; TLS-encrypted in transit; secure portal/app with role-based access and audit logs

Battery ≥ 7–14 days typical; extended battery option

Logs Historical tracks retained ≥ 12 months

Accessories Magnetic mount, hard case, charger

CLIN 0017 — Drug Identification & Testing Kits — 20 SET

Type Presumptive field tests for cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine/amphetamines, cannabis, opioids

Format Colorimetric

Use Simple protocol; gloves included; low false-positive rate; clear instructions

Compliance SDS; handling and disposal guidance; chain-of-custody forms

Shelf Life ≥ 24 months remaining at delivery

Warranty Manufacturer quality guarantee

CLIN 0018 — Evidence Collection & Packaging Kits — 15 SET

Packaging Tamper-evident bags (various sizes), paper envelopes, boxes, biohazard containers

Labels Chain-of-custody forms, evidence seals, barcoded labels

Tools Swabs, vials, gloves, tweezers, sample jars, markers, tape, rulers, photo scale cards

Documentation SOP quick guide; storage guidance; SDS for any chemicals

Warranty Consumables per expiry; packaging integrity guaranteed

CLIN 0019 — Ballistic Shields — 3 EA

Protection NIJ Level IIIA (handgun) minimum; optional Level III rifle plate insert

(price as a separately identified option in Attachment 1 if offered)

Size Patrol shield 18–24" W × 36–40" H

Weight ≤ 7–9 kg (Level IIIA); ergonomic balance

Features Multi-hit-rated viewport; front-mounted LED > 1,000 lumens;

ambidextrous grips

Color Tan

Ruggedness Edge protectors; chemical/UV-resistant surface

Warranty 5 years ballistic; 1 year hardware

Documentation Ballistic test certificates; export classification

CLIN 0020 — Night Vision Scopes & Thermal Cameras — 4 EA Export-controlled. Quoter manages all licensing and end-user documentation.

Requirement Specification

NV (Image

Intensifier)

Gen 3 or 4 equivalent; ≥ 64–72 lp/mm; auto-gated; manual gain;

helmet/rail mounts

Thermal 384×288 or 640×480; NETD ≤ 40 mK; human detection > 1,000 m

(lens-dependent); 50–60 Hz refresh

Power CR123/18650 or rechargeable; runtime ≥ 6–8 hours

Reticle/Recording Optional video/photo; digital reticles; zeroing controls

Ruggedness IP67; MIL-STD-810 shock/vibration; −20 to 50 °C

Warranty 2 years (subject to export rules)

Documentation Export authorizations, country of origin, user manuals

CLIN 0021 — Lock Picking & Breaching Tools — 4 SET

Lock Tools Professional-grade picks, tensioners, rakes; tubular pick; bypass tools;

training locks

Door Breach Manual ram, halligan/entry tool, wedges, hinge pin tools

Material Hardened steel; corrosion-resistant; non-reflective finish

Cases Durable roll/kit pouches; labeled

CLIN 0022 — Training, Night Vision/Thermal — 1 LOT

Audience 8 participants

Delivery Online, live instructor-led (recorded session to be provided)

Content Certified operator training: safe operation, care, storage, zeroing, limitations, lawful use

Materials Quick-reference guide and manual in English (Arabic preferred if available)

Deliverable Certificates of completion for each participant

Dependency Awarded only if CLIN 0020 is awarded

CLIN 0023 — Training, Lock Picking & Breaching — 1 LOT

Audience 10 participants

Delivery In person, in Lebanon; exact location to be defined after award

Content Basic tool usage and legal policy awareness module. No tactical training.

Inclusive of All instructor travel, lodging, per diem, visas, and material costs

Deliverable Certificates of completion; training materials in English (Arabic preferred)

Dependency Awarded only if CLIN 0021 is awarded

5. Training & Documentation — General

For all awarded CLINs the Contractor shall provide: basic orientation on safe operation and lawful use (no tactical training); user manuals in English (Arabic preferred if available);

maintenance instructions and warranty procedures; and quick-reference guides for complex systems (body-worn cameras, NV/thermal).

6. Common Compliance and Deliverables — All CLINs

a. Country of Origin and Trade Compliance. Declare the country of origin for every item.

Provide the representations required by Section (x) concerning covered telecommunications and video surveillance equipment.

b. Data Security. For any device that stores or transmits data (CLINs 0011, 0013, 0014, 0015, 0016), provide encryption details (at rest and in transit), user authentication method, audit logging capability, and data export format.

c. Export Compliance — Contractor Responsibility. The quoter is solely responsible for determining the export classification of every item it offers and for identifying, applying for, and obtaining all required export licenses, authorizations, and approvals from the relevant U.S.

Government agencies prior to shipment. The quoter shall bear all costs of export compliance, and those costs shall be included in the quoted unit prices.

The quoter shall demonstrate in Volume II that it possesses the requisite knowledge, registrations, licenses, and experience to lawfully export all items it offers to the end user in

Lebanon.

d. Government Facilitation. INL will facilitate the end user's (Internal Security Forces of

Lebanon) completion and signature of end-user documentation required as part of the quoter's export license application. INL maintains an active End-Use Monitoring (EUM) program for the

ISF, ensuring that defense articles delivered remain accessible to USG personnel and are accounted for through regular monitoring.

e. No Shipment Without Authorization. The Contractor shall not ship any export-controlled item until all required authorizations are obtained. Failure to obtain authorization is not grounds for a delivery extension unless the Contractor demonstrates the delay was caused by factors beyond its control (e.g., U.S. Government processing delays, or delays in obtaining end-user signatures despite timely Contractor submission).

f. Warranty and Support. Minimum warranties as stated per CLIN; describe local service availability, spare parts lead times, and firmware/software update policy.

g. Documentation at Delivery. User manuals, safety data sheets (where applicable), certificates of conformity, calibration records (if applicable), test reports, and serial number lists.

7. Inspection and Acceptance

Inspection and acceptance shall occur at destination. The Government will: a. Inspect upon receipt to confirm quantity, condition, and serial numbers; b. Perform basic functional validation

(non-operational testing); and c. Reject items not meeting requirements. Rejected items shall be replaced at the Contractor's expense, including all return and replacement shipping and re-export costs.

The Government reserves the right, after award and prior to bulk shipment, to require the

Contractor to submit a sample unit of any awarded CLIN for first-article inspection at no additional cost. (Demonstration units are not part of the pre-award evaluation.)

VI. SOLICITATION PROVISIONS

The following provisions are incorporated by reference:

• FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Products and Commercial Services

(Sep 2023)

• FAR 52.225-17 Evaluation of Foreign Currency Offers (Feb 2000)

• FAR 52.252-5 Authorized Deviations in Provisions (Nov 2020)

The following provisions are provided in full text:

DOSAR 652.206-70 Advocate for Competition/Ombudsman (Feb 2015)

(a) The Department of State's Advocate for Competition is responsible for assisting industry in removing restrictive requirements from Department of State solicitations and removing barriers to full and open competition and use of commercial items. If such a solicitation is considered competitively restrictive or does not appear properly conducive to competition and commercial practices, potential offerors are encouraged first to contact the contracting officer for the solicitation. If concerns remain unresolved, contact:

(1) For solicitations issued by the Office of Global Acquisition (GA) or a Regional Procurement

Support Office (RPSO), the GA Advocate for Competition, at AQMCompetitionAdvocate@state.gov.

(2) For all others, the Department of State Advocate for Competition at cat@state.gov.

(b) The Department of State's Acquisition Ombudsman has been appointed to hear concerns from potential offerors and contractors during the pre-award and post-award phases of this acquisition.

The role of the ombudsman is not to diminish the authority of the contracting officer, the

Technical Evaluation Panel or Source Evaluation Board, or the selection official. The purpose of the ombudsman is to facilitate the communication of concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations of interested parties to the appropriate Government personnel, and work to resolve them. When requested and appropriate, the ombudsman will maintain strict confidentiality as to the source of the concern. The ombudsman does not participate in the evaluation of proposals, the source selection process, or the adjudication of formal contract disputes. Interested parties are invited to contact the contracting activity ombudsman at Trena N.

Mills, at (202) 704 2045. Concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations which cannot be resolved at a contracting activity level may be referred to the Department of State Acquisition

Ombudsman at (703) 516-1680, by fax at (703) 875-6155, or write to: Department of State, Acquisition Ombudsman, Office of the Procurement Executive (A/OPE), Suite 603, SA-6, Washington, DC 20522-0602.

(End of provision)

VII. QUOTATION SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Addendum to FAR 52.212-1 Instruction to Offerors – Commercial Products and

Commercial Services (Sep 2023)

Pursuant to FAR 12.205(a)(1), the provision at FAR 52.212-1 is augmented as follows:

• Period for Acceptance of Quotations: Extended from 60 calendar days to 90 calendar days.

• Preparation and Submission of Quotations: Each quotation shall consist of the following separate volumes:

VOLUME I – PRICE QUOTATION AND COMPLIANCE PACKAGE

Offerors shall submit a complete Price Quotation and compliance package as Volume I. Volume I shall be submitted as a separate volume from Volume II and shall not include any technical, mailto:AQMCompetitionAdvocate@state.gov mailto:cat@state.gov management, or staffing information beyond what is strictly necessary to explain the pricing and billing structure.

Required Contents of Volume I:

Item Requirement

1. Price Schedule Complete the Price Breakdown table, providing pricing for all

CLINs and compliance with Trade Agreement.

2. Delivery Timeline Provide estimated delivery timeline in calendar days from contract award for equipment delivery.

3. Representations &

Certifications

Complete Attachment 2 (Representations & Certifications).

4. IRS Form W-14 Non-U.S. offerors claiming tax treaty exemption shall submit IRS

Form W-14.

5. Export and

Licensing

Compliance

Identify all export control, import, and regulatory requirements applicable to the items and services being proposed, including license types, classifications, and status of any required authorizations

6. Offeror

Information

Name, address, telephone number, and Unique Entity Identifier

(UEI) and Include proof of active SAM registration

VOLUME II – TECHNICAL QUOTATION

The Technical Quotation shall demonstrate the offeror's capability to meet all requirements of this solicitation. No pricing information shall appear in this volume.

1. Technical Capability

1.1 Equipment Specifications and Compliance

The Offeror shall provide:

• Technical details of all equipment and gear listed, demonstrating compliance with the specifications;

• A compliance matrix cross-referencing each specification with the proposed product's specifications, indicating Full Compliance, Partial Compliance, or Exceeds Requirement;

• Manufacturer specification sheets and product literature for each item;

• Color photographs of proposed items;

• Warranty information for all equipment.

• Confirmation of Trade Agreement compliance for each item offered.

1.2 Delivery Plan and Timeline

The Offeror shall provide:

• A detailed delivery plan outlining the procedures for procuring, packing, transporting, and delivering all items to the delivery address in Lebanon;

• Estimated delivery timeline in calendar days from date of contract award;

• Identification of all applicable export and import licensing requirements and the status of any required authorizations.

1.3 Training Plan

The Offeror shall provide:

• A training curriculum for the training courses, schedule, hands-on activities, and assessment methodology.

1.4 Organizational Capability

The Offeror shall provide:

• Legal name, business address, and type of business entity;

• Description of core business activities relevant to law enforcement training and tactical equipment supply;

• Demonstrated experience as a prime contractor for similar training and equipment procurements;

• Description of existing operational capability in Lebanon, the Middle East, or North

Africa, if any;

• Export and regulatory compliance history and capability.

2. Past Performance

The Offeror shall demonstrate successful performance of comparable contracts performed within the past five (5) years (maximum 5 references). Comparable contracts are those that demonstrate one or more of the following:

• Delivery of law enforcement training programs to foreign government end-users;

• Supply of tactical/protective equipment to law enforcement or military organizations;

• International logistics and delivery of controlled articles;

For each reference, provide:

• Contract/project title and description of supplies/services;

• Customer name and type (government, commercial, international organization);

• Contract value (approximate);

• Period of performance;

• Delivery/performance locations;

• Point of contact: name, title, email, and phone number;

• Relevance to this requirement (brief description).

Note: The Government may contact references not provided by the offeror and may use other sources of past performance information, including CPARS and other government databases.

Failure to furnish and deliver all requested information in accordance with these instructions may result in exclusion from further consideration pursuant to FAR 52.212-1(a).

VIII. EVALUATION

The Government may award one or more contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible Offeror whose quotation conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The Government reserves the right to award by individual CLIN, groups of CLINs, or all CLINs to a single offeror.

EVALUATION FACTORS

The Government intends to utilize streamlined evaluation techniques under FAR 12.201-1 to promote efficiency.

PHASE 1: COMPLIANCE REVIEW (Pass/Fail)

Phase 1 is a threshold determination conducted on a pass/fail basis only. No qualitative assessment of technical merit, past performance, or price reasonableness will occur during Phase

1. Quotations will be reviewed solely to determine that:

1. All required volumes, CLINs, and information have been provided as required by this solicitation;

2. Representations & Certifications are complete;

3. Proof of active SAM registration is included;

4. Export and licensing compliance information is provided;

5. Complete pricing;

6. Delivery timeline is provided.

7. Trade Agreement Compliance for each offered item.

Quotations that do not pass the Compliance Review will not proceed to Phase 2.

PHASE 2: COMPARATIVE EVALUATION

The source selection will be conducted using the comparative evaluation method, as authorized under FAR 12.203. Comparative evaluation entails a direct comparison of two or more quotations to determine which offers the best value to the Government.

This is NOT a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection. However, the

Government may award to the lowest-priced quotation if it is determined to offer the best overall value based on the evaluation criteria.

The Government may award to an offeror whose quotation offers superior technical capability and stronger past performance, even if that quotation is not the lowest-priced, provided the additional cost represents value to the Government.

1) Technical Capability

Technical capability will be evaluated based on the extent to which the offeror demonstrates the ability to perform the services and deliver the supplies described in this Solicitation. The

Government will consider the offeror's proposed management approach, staffing and key personnel qualifications, technical approach, quality program, and compliance with specifications.

Emphasis will be placed on:

Sub-Factor Evaluation Focus

Equipment

Compliance

Degree to which proposed equipment meets or exceeds all specifications. All items must be new and trade agreement compliant.

Sub-Factor Evaluation Focus

Training Plan Quality and comprehensiveness of the proposed training curriculum, instructor qualifications, language capability, and Lebanon-specific adaptation.

Delivery Plan Feasibility, detail, and risk mitigation of the proposed delivery approach, including regulatory compliance.

Organizational

Capability

Relevant experience, regional presence or partnerships, and regulatory compliance capability.

2) Past Performance and Experience

Past performance will be evaluated to assess the offeror's demonstrated ability to successfully perform relevant contracts. Evaluation will focus on:

• Relevance of past contracts to this requirement;

• Quality of products delivered and training provided;

• Timeliness of delivery;

• Customer satisfaction;

• Record of compliance with contractual requirements.

If past performance information is not available or limited, the offeror's past performance will be rated as "Unknown." A rating of "Unknown" will not automatically disqualify an offer but may be treated as neutral in comparative assessments.

3) Price

Price will be evaluated for reasonableness on a CLIN-by-CLIN basis using the Independent

Government Cost Estimate (IGCE) and through competition. The Government reserves the right to reject a quotation that is technically unacceptable or unreasonably high in price.

RESPONSIBILITY DETERMINATION

The Government will determine contractor responsibility by analyzing whether the apparent successful offeror complies with the requirements of FAR 9.1, including: a. Adequate financial resources or the ability to obtain them; b. Ability to comply with the required delivery period; c.

Satisfactory record of integrity and business ethics; d. Necessary organization, experience, and skills or the ability to obtain them; e. Necessary equipment and facilities or the ability to obtain them; f. Otherwise qualified and eligible to receive an award under applicable laws and regulations, including compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.

IX. SCHEDULE AND CLAUSES

The following clauses are applicable to this acquisition:

Clauses Incorporated by Reference

Clause Title Date

FAR 52.203-19 Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality

Agreements or Statements

Jan

FAR 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance Oct

FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Products and

Commercial Services

Nov

FAR 52.225-5 Trade Agreements Nov

FAR 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons

FAR 52.229-6 Taxes – Foreign Fixed-Price Contracts Feb

FAR 52.229-11 Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements – Notice and

Representation

Jun

FAR 52.229-12, Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements

FAR 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer – System for Award

Management

Oct

FAR 52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations Jun

FAR 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business

Subcontractors

Mar

FAR 52.233-3 Protest After Award Aug

Clause Title Date

FAR 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim Oct

DOSAR

652.229-71

Personal Property Disposition at Posts Abroad Aug

DOSAR

652.242-73

Authorization and Performance Aug

Clause Title

FAR

52.203-6

Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government

FAR

52.203-17

Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights

FAR

52.209-6

Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors

Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment

FAR

52.222-19

Child Labor – Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies

FAR

52.232-34

Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer – Other than System for Award

Management

652.225–70 Arab League Boycott of Israel

652.225–71 Section 8(a) of the Export Administration Act

652.228–70 Defense Base Act—Covered Contractor Employees

Clauses Provided in Full Text

652.211-70 – Branding and Marking (DEVIATION) (NOV 2025)

As a condition of this contract, the contractor shall ensure that all programs, funding, and assistance provided under this contract clearly acknowledge United States (U.S.) Department of

State or U.S. Government support. All materials produced to communicate or promote a program, event, project, activity, or assistance under this contract, including but not limited to, invitations to events, press materials, event backdrops, podium signs, etc., must be marked with the standard, rectangular U.S. flag available at brand.america.gov/document/547370. Policy exceptions to branding and marking requirements are outlined in the U.S. Department of State

Foreign Affairs Manual 10 FAM 416, Policy Exceptions.

Foreign Audience: For materials intended for a foreign audience, the contractor shall mark materials with the standard U.S. flag and communicate that the program is supported by the U.S.

Government.

Domestic Audience: For materials intended for a domestic audience, the contractor shall mark materials with the Department of State seal available at brand.america.gov/document/547370 and the standard U.S. flag and communicate that the program is supported by the Department of

State.

Subcontracts are subject to the Department of State marking requirements, and prime contractors must insert the substance of this clause, including this paragraph, in all subcontracts.

For all Department-funded awards, any publications shall include the following text: "This

[report/article] was funded [in part] by the United States Department of State. The opinions, findings, and conclusions stated herein are those of the author[s] and do not necessarily reflect those of the United States Department of State."

(End of clause)

652.242-70 – Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) (AUG 1999)

(a) The Contracting Officer may designate in writing one or more Government employees, by name and position title, to take action for the Contracting Officer under this contract. Each designee shall be identified as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). Such designation(s) shall specify the scope and limitations of the authority so delegated; provided, that the designee shall not change the terms or conditions of the contract, unless the COR is a warranted

Contracting Officer and this authority is delegated in the designation.

(b) The COR is [TBD at the time of award].

(End of clause)

X. DEFENSE BASE ACT (DBA) INSURANCE

Lebanon is not included on the U.S. Department of Labor's Defense Base Act waiver list. DBA insurance is required for all employees performing work on this contract who are:

1. Citizens or residents of the United States of America, OR

2. Hired in the United States of America, OR

3. Otherwise covered under the Defense Base Act.

Contractors must obtain and maintain Defense Base Act insurance coverage for any such employees throughout the contract period. Evidence of DBA insurance coverage must be provided to the Contracting Officer prior to the commencement of work by any covered employee. The clause at FAR 52.228-4, Workers' Compensation and War-Hazard Insurance

Overseas, is fully applicable to this acquisition.

Proof of DBA coverage shall be submitted within 15 days after award. Insurance must be obtained from a DOL-authorized broker. A list of DOL approved carriers may be found at www.dol.gov/owcp/dlhwc/lscarrier.htm.

DBA insurance is required only for contracts that include CLINs requiring contractor personnel to perform work in Lebanon (e.g., CLIN 0023).

XI. DUE DATES AND POINT OF CONTACT

Submission of Questions

Any questions, comments, exceptions, or clarifications concerning any aspect of the solicitation shall be prepared in writing and submitted to Ms. Gallone at gallonea@state.gov and BaltaA@state.gov no later than 17:00 Central European Summer

Time (CEST) on September 16, 2026. The email subject line must read "Questions

19GE5026Q0149." Late questions may not be considered.

Submission of Offers

Offers shall be submitted as soon as possible but no later than 15:00 Central European

Summer Time (CEST) on September 23, 2026, via email to gallonea@state.gov and copy to BaltaA@state.gov. The email subject line must read "Quotation 19GE5026Q0149."

Offerors are advised to carefully review and follow all submission instructions to ensure consistency and compliance. Volume I and Volume II shall be submitted electronically as separate files, in formats compatible with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, or Adobe PDF, as applicable. Each email submission must not exceed 45 MB in total size. Late submissions will not be considered. The Government will not be responsible for any failure to receive quotations due to excessive file size or incompatible file formats.

Offerors are encouraged to submit inquiries in writing via email. No phone calls will be accepted. All questions must be received no later than the date specified in the solicitation to ensure a timely response. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.

Failure to furnish and deliver all requested information in accordance with these instructions may result in exclusion from further consideration pursuant to FAR 52.212-1(a).

http://www.dol.gov/owcp/dlhwc/lscarrier.htm mailto:gallonea@state.gov mailto:BaltaA@state.gov mailto:gallonea@state.gov mailto:BaltaA@state.gov

This requirement is being posted on SAM.gov.

XII. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND ATTACHMENTS

The following attachments are incorporated into or accompany this solicitation:

Attachment Description

Attachment 1 Price Breakdown

Attachment 2 Representation and Certifications

Applicable Laws and Regulations: This solicitation and the ensuing award are subject to the laws and regulations of the United States of America.

END OF COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION 19GE5026Q0149