INL/Panama: Cellebrite Equipment & Licenses
Awarded Limited / Sole Source Justification Posted
- Solicitation number
- 191NLE26P0044
- Agency
- Office of Acquisition Management Department of State
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- Contract number
- 191NLE26P0044 Federal contract award
- NAICS code
- 541519 Other Computer Related Services
- Place of performance
- Panama
- Points of contact
-
- Courtney Wesely weselycj@state.gov
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), has awarded a sole-source contract to Cellebrite Inc. for digital forensics licenses, software updates, equipment, and related services to support the Government of Panama's law enforcement operations.
The justification invokes FAR 6.302-1 (only one responsible source) under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 3304 and FAR Subpart 6.3, with reference to FAR 12.102(b) for acquisition of commercial items. INL Panama asserts that sole-source procurement is necessary because the Government of Panama has already deployed Cellebrite equipment with trained personnel; switching to alternative manufacturers would create incompatibility with fielded systems, require additional device purchases, and necessitate retraining. Cellebrite maintains proprietary rights over the technology, licensing, and technical support, and the Justification states that no Federal Supply Schedule, GWAC, MAC, or other multiple-award vehicle provides an independently competed alternative. Market research conducted in May–June 2026 confirmed the absence of competing sources. INL Panama indicates no plans to compete future requirements for these supplies or services due to Cellebrite's proprietary position and the absence of a technical data package permitting independent sourcing.
Contract number is 191NLE26P0044, firm-fixed-price, with period of performance December 1, 2026 through November 30, 2027. The requirement encompasses 10 line items including Cellebrite Inseyets Online Pro UFED subscriptions, hardware units, upgrade kits, Touch Getac K120 kits, and shipping. Estimated total value has been redacted. Place of performance is Panama. Award date was August 3, 2026.
Notice text
Sole-Source Contract Award Notice
Awarding Agency: Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL)
Vendor: Cellebrite Inc.
Contract Number: 191NLE26P0044
Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
Period of Performance: December 1, 2026 – November 30, 2027
This contract was awarded under 41 U.S.C. § 3304, as implemented by FAR Subpart 6.3, and justified under FAR 6.302-1 (only one responsible source).
INL Mission and Alignment with Administration Priorities
INL develops policies and programs to combat international narcotics trafficking and transnational crime. This mission directly supports the Administration's America First priorities by:
- Reducing the flow of illegal drugs into the United States; and
- Minimizing the impact of international crime on American citizens and national security.
To achieve these goals, INL partners with allied governments to strengthen their criminal justice systems and law enforcement capacity, helping partner nations combat crime and narcotics trafficking before threats reach U.S. borders.
Project Overview
The U.S. Department of State is the lead institution for the conduct of American diplomacy, and the Secretary of State is the President's principal foreign policy advisor. The Department's mission is to advance U.S. national security interests, counter terrorism, protect U.S. interests abroad, and implement foreign policy initiatives that build a freer, more prosperous, and more secure world.
The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), through the U.S. Embassy in Panama, is authorized to provide technical assistance to the Government of Panama under the Technical Assistance Act of 1961.
INL Panama works in close collaboration with the Government of Panama to develop and implement strategies to counter drug trafficking, organized crime, and border security threats. INL Panama also coordinates with other U.S. Government agencies to ensure that partner nations receive the training and tools necessary to combat drug trafficking and transnational criminal organizations.
In support of these efforts, INL Panama requires the procurement of Cellebrite software and equipment. This acquisition supports the Law Enforcement Citizen Security and Counter Narcotics Program with the Government of Panama's National Police, with the goal of improving local security and enhancing the identification of transnational criminal activity and narcotics trafficking.
Additional Information
A Single Source Justification is attached; please refer to that document for further details.
Awarded contract 191NLE26P0044 to unknown vendor for unknown amount on 2026-08-03.
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| JOFOC Panama Cellebrite - 07212026_Redacted.pdf |
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