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IT Solution for UIN
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This contract notice is a Sources Sought solicitation issued by the Department of State for the acquisition of IT equipment, software, and related services as detailed in the attached Statement of Work. It is a market research tool intended to identify qualified vendors capable of meeting the technical requirements, but it is not a formal request for proposals or bids and does not guarantee a future contract. Vendors are invited to submit information about their company and capabilities, particularly focusing on their experience with importing equipment into Mexico, local warranty and technical support availability, installation services, and existing presence or partnerships in Mexico. Interested firms must respond by May 22, 2026, with submissions limited to a maximum of 10 pages and formatted for easy review. Responses should include company identification details, business type classification, an overview of the firm, and detailed answers to questions regarding import procedures, customs compliance, technical support, installation execution, lead times, and risk mitigation strategies specific to the Mexican market. All responses are to be submitted via email to the identified government contact, with no payment or commitment implied by this notice. This effort helps inform future procurement strategies under the solicitation number 19AQMM26NITUIN.
General Info
Agency
NAICS
Place of Performance
DC, MEXSet-Aside
Timeline
Submission Closed
Organization & Contact Information
Full Description
This Sources Sought Notice is part of the U.S. Government's market research efforts to identify capable vendors for supplying IT equipment, software and services listed in Appendix A: Technical Specifications of the attached Statement of Work (SOW). The information gathered will help inform future procurement strategies and requirements.
This Source Sought Notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes - it does not constitute a Request for Quotation (RFQ), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFQ, IFB or RFP in the future. This notice does not commit the U.S. Government to contract for any supply or service. Further, the U.S. Government is not seeking quotes, bids or proposals at this time and will not accept unsolicited proposals in response to this notice. The U.S. Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this notice. Submittals will not be returned to the responder. Not responding to this notice does not preclude participation in any future RFQ, IFB, or RFP, if any is issued.
Respondents are encouraged to review the attached draft Statement of Work (SOW).
Responding to this Sources Sought
- Responses are limited to no more than 10 pages in length using 14 point Font Size. The Government prefers that your firm submit its response in Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, or a combination of both and the document must be searchable.
- Please identify the following about your company:
- Name of Company, Unique Entity ID (UEI), and CAGE Code
- Point of contact name, phone number, and email address
- Business Type:
- Small Business
- Small Disadvantaged Business
- 8(a) – certified Small Disadvantaged Business
- HUBZone
- Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB)
- Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB)
- Economically Disadvantaged Woman Owned Small Business (EDWOSB)
- Other than small business
- Response should provide a brief overview of your company.
- Appendix A: Technical Specification includes a general description of the deliverables for this requirement.
- Respondents should address the following questions in their responses:
- Please indicate whether your company would import the equipment into Mexico or procure it locally. If you plan to import the equipment, does your company have experience shipping equipment into Mexico? Additionally, is your company familiar with the customs and import regulations for shipping equipment into Mexico? Please provide specific examples and evidence of your experience complying with these regulations.
- If the equipment is procured outside Mexico, will it be covered under a local warranty? Does your company have local representation to fix equipment in Mexico if needed? Will your company be able to offer technical support services in Spanish?
- Can your company provide the required installation services in Mexico? If so, will your company perform the work directly, or will it be subcontracted? Please specify which aspects, if any, would be handled by subcontractors.
- Do you have an existing office, warehouse, or local partner in Mexico? If so, please describe.
- What is your estimated lead time for procurement, shipping (if applicable), and installation?
- What risks do you foresee with importation and/or installation in Mexico, and how would your company mitigate them?
Response Submission Deadline
Please provide your responses to this Sources Sought Notice by May 22, 2026. Sources Sought Submissions will be accepted as email attachments only. All responses must be sent to Alexander Bring (BringAG@state.gov), with 19AQMM26NITUIN IT Solutions for UIN in the subject Line.
