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INL/Haiti: Modular Prisons
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The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) is conducting market research to identify qualified vendors capable of designing, fabricating, and delivering 80 double-bunk stackable "SteelCell" modular detention units along with four structural steel mezzanines for a high-security prison facility near Base Vertieres in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. The contract requires immediate availability of pre-fabricated "SteelCell" units stored and ready for deployment upon contract award, with a strict performance period of no more than three months and a target completion date of July 31, 2026. The scope includes providing the modular units, engineered mezzanines with safety features, all necessary installation components, shipping to Haiti (FOB destination), detailed shop drawings, bilingual operation and maintenance manuals, warranty coverage, and installation training for INL personnel. This notice is a Sources Sought and does not constitute a solicitation or any obligation by the government to award a contract. Interested vendors must review the full Statement of Work before responding and provide specific details including their Unique Entity Identifier, small business size status under NAICS code 332311, ability to meet delivery timelines, and confirmation of immediate availability of units. Responses must be submitted by May 18, 2026, to Contracting Officer Courtney Wesely via email. The government will use the information gathered to determine acquisition strategies and possible set-aside considerations, but no reimbursement will be provided for response preparation costs. Design and fabrication are to occur in the U.S., with final delivery to the project site in Haiti.
General Info
Agency
NAICS
Place of Performance
DC, HTISet-Aside
Timeline
Submission Closed
Organization & Contact Information
Full Description
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), is conducting market research to identify qualified sources capable of designing, fabricating, and delivering 80 double-bunk stackable modular "SteelCell" detention units and four structural steel mezzanines for a high-security prison facility adjacent to Base Vertieres in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
CRITICAL TIMELINE REQUIREMENTS:
- Period of Performance: No greater than THREE (3) MONTHS from contract award
- Target Completion Date: July 31, 2026
- Immediate Availability Required: Vendors must have "SteelCell" units already fabricated and warehoused, ready for immediate deployment upon award
This is a Sources Sought notice only and does NOT constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract.
RESPONSE REQUIREMENTS
Interested vendors MUST review the complete Statement of Work (attached) in its entirety before responding.
If you are capable of meeting all requirements, please email Contracting Officer Courtney Wesely directly at WeselyCJ@state.gov with the following information:
- Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)
- Small business size status for NAICS 332311
- Confirmation that delivery requirements can be met (three-month period of performance and/or an expeditated delivery of July 31, 2026)
- Confirmation that "SteelCell" equipment is immediately available for deployment
SCOPE OVERVIEW
The contractor will provide:
- 80 double-bunk "SteelCell" stackable modular units (8' 4.25" W x 12' 6.5" L x 8' 4.5" H)
- Engineered design and fabrication of four structural steel mezzanines with railings, stairs, and bar grating
- All installation components (shims, welding plates, nuts/bolts, etc.)
- Shipping and delivery to Port-au-Prince, Haiti (FOB destination)
- Shop drawings, O&M manuals (French and English), warranty plan
- Installation training for INL implementers
Place of Performance: Design and fabrication in the United States; delivery to Port-au-Prince, Haiti
SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
Contracting Officer: Courtney Wesely
Email: WeselyCJ@state.gov
Submission Deadline: Tuesday, May 18th, no later than 9:00PM ET
IMPORTANT NOTICE
The Government will use responses to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy, including set-aside considerations and evaluation methodology.
The Government will not pay for information submitted in response to this Sources Sought notice and will not reimburse any costs associated with preparing responses.
Attachment: Complete Statement of Work (SOW) & Attachment A - MUST BE REVIEWED IN ITS ENTIRETY
