INL/Trinidad & Tobago Operational Goods

The U.S. Department of State, Office of Acquisition Management, is conducting market research to identify vendors capable of supplying and installing goods and services to operationalize a DEA Vetted Unit in Trinidad and Tobago. The procurement includes digital forensics lab equipment and data storage systems (such as Dell PowerScale A310 or equivalent), rack systems with cooling and electrical accessories (such as APC NetShelter SX 42U or equivalent), laptop workstations and rugged laptops with preinstalled hardware and software, and an integrated building and perimeter security system with access control and CCTV capabilities. Key contract requirements include delivery of computer equipment within 8-12 weeks from purchase order issuance, all-inclusive pricing covering shipping and brokerage to Port of Spain, demonstrated authorization as an OEM or authorized reseller, and capability to provide next-day onsite and 24/7 technical support for five years in the Latin American region. Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable, responsible bidder based on technical capability, relevant experience with integrated IT and security systems, realistic performance timelines, and compliance with government registration requirements including a valid CAGE Code, UEI, and active SAM registration. The RFI response deadline is April 7, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST, with responses limited to 20 pages and submitted to Contracting Officer Ms. Courtney Wesely at WeselyCJ@state.gov.

This Pre-Solicitation Notice includes no set-aside designation, and no incumbent contractor or current contractor information is identified. The Statement of Work specifies seven Contract Line Item Numbers totaling 16 Dell Pro 14 Plus laptops with dual monitors, 2 Dell Pro Rugged 13 laptops, 1 Dell PowerScale A310 80TB data storage unit with networking components, 1 APC NetShelter SX 42U rack system with cooling, an integrated Protege-brand building security and access control system, electronic gate automation, and perimeter protection components including razor wire and drainage security grills. No specific award value or budget range is disclosed in this market research phase; however, the estimated requirement encompasses the supply, installation, integration, and five-year support of multiple IT and security systems with all deliverables due by July 31, 2026. Interested vendors must possess current commercial registration credentials, provide non-binding pricing estimates under a firm-fixed-price model, and may reference existing contract vehicles such as GSA Federal Supply Schedules, GWACs, or IDIQs through which the Department of State could access their offerings.