GENERAL


This notice is issued as a means of conducting market research to identify parties having an interest in and capability to provide the services described below. This notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotations (RFQ), Invitation for Bids (IFB) or a commitment on the part of the government to conduct a solicitation in the future. All information provided is strictly voluntary and no reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing a response to this notice. Further, the US Department of State (DoS) offers no assurance that any solicitation will result from this notice.

All information contained in this Sources Sought Notice is preliminary and is subject to change. Failure to respond to this notice will not preclude participation in any future solicitation, should one be issued. Any information submitted will become the property of the Government and will not be returned. Proprietary information, if any, MUST BE CLEARLY MARKED.

Responses to this Sources Sought Notice will be utilized by the Government to determine the availability of firms capable of meeting DoS requirements and will be considered in determining the appropriate acquisition strategy (including the appropriateness of setting-aside this acquisition for US small business concerns).

Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged, and no feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding their submissions. Responses providing partial information may not be considered by the Government. The Government reserves the right to contact respondents as part of market research efforts.

Questions, if any, must be directed in writing to [email protected].

REQUIRED PRODUCTS / SERVICES


Draft Statement of Work is attached. A prospective contractor's ability to provide training and technical support on-site (San Salvador, El Salvador) is critical to the long-term success of the project.


REQUIRED INFORMATION


Information must be submitted electronically to [email protected] no later than 3:00 pm ET on August 19, 2015.

1. Company Information: Name, Address, DUNS number, and POC information.

2. Company Socio-Economic Status: Small, HUBZone, 8(a), etc.

3. Products / Services:

a. Does your company provide products meeting the requirements of the draft Statement of Work? Which manufacturers does your company work with? Is your company an authorized OEM distribution channel in El Salvador?

b. Describe your company's capabilities as they pertain to on-site warranty and technical support. Does your company have an office in El Salvador? What overall approach will your company use to provide the required on-site warranty and technical support?

c. Describe your company's experience in performing similar projects outside the United States. Has your company previously performed similar services in Latin America?

d. Provide a rough price estimate to complete the required work.

4. Will your company need to subcontract any part of the work? Please explain.

5. Draft System Specifications: Are there any areas in the draft statement of work that present excessive cost, schedule, or performance risks? If so, please provide detailed information and suggested recommendations to eliminate, reduce or mitigate the risks.

6. List any existing contract vehicles through which the US Department of State can access your company's products and services (i.e. GSA FSS, IDIQs, etc.).