Border Security IT Technical Services

The U.S. Embassy Guatemala is soliciting a firm-fixed-price contract for Border Security IT Technical Services to develop and implement technological solutions for migration control, institutional interoperability, and the security and traceability of migration processes. The scope of work includes the development of executive, operational, and technical dashboards, the integration of biometric data sharing with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and the optimization of technological infrastructure. Performance will take place at the International and Law Enforcement Office at the Guatemalan International Airport and various land borders. The contract has a base period of one year with an option to extend for an additional year. Award will be based on best value using tradeoffs, with evaluation factors focusing on technical specifications, experience with government institutions, knowledge of biometric standards (ISO/IEC and ANSI/NIST), and relevant past performance. Key deliverables are structured as a monthly progression, starting with an institutional diagnostic and ending with knowledge transfer and capacity building. The contractor must adhere to strict data protection and cybersecurity safeguards in accordance with Guatemalan law and IGM institutional policies. Additionally, all materials and publications must follow specific U.S. Government branding and marking requirements to acknowledge Department of State support.