Guatemala - Passport Readers

The U.S. Embassy in Guatemala City, through the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), is soliciting Passport Readers under solicitation number 19GT5026Q0052 for use in security and identity verification operations. The procurement requires new, non-refurbished devices that meet or exceed the technical specifications of the Regula 70X4M full-page document reader, including the ability to capture high-resolution images under four light sources—white, infrared (870 nm), ultraviolet (365 nm), and coaxial white—with a minimum resolution of 450 PPI. The devices must feature an integrated RFID reader for e-passports and smart cards, incorporate “Smart UV” and “Glare Free” technologies, and utilize a scanning surface made of sapphire glass or an equivalent high-resistance material. Connectivity must be via USB 2.0 or superior, and all equipment must be accompanied by documentation in both English and Spanish. The contract is a Firm Fixed Price with an “all or none” award basis under the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method. Proposals must demonstrate full technical compliance, include warranty terms for 58 units, and cover two additional years of annual renewal for document database maintenance and facial recognition module licensing. All equipment must be delivered FOB destination to the GUATE SUVI Global Services warehouse in Doral, Florida, no later than four weeks after award, with the contractor responsible for all shipping, handling, and associated costs. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and meet responsibility criteria under FAR 9.1, with non-compliance resulting in disqualification. Proposal submissions are due by August 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM local time via email to guatemalabids@state.gov, and must be in English, include the SF-18 cover page, proof of SAM registration, warranty statement, delivery schedule, past performance references from the last two years, and detailed technical specifications. Pricing must include all equipment, pre-delivery inspection, certificates of origin, operator manuals, and warranty, but exclude 12% VAT, which will be added via an IVA form upon invoicing. No price adjustments will be permitted for cost escalations or currency fluctuations. Contractual obligations include compliance with a comprehensive set of FAR clauses covering ethics, whistleblower protections, Kaspersky Lab restrictions, labor standards,