SAM #191NLE26N0052

This opportunity seeks vendors to support the operationalization of a DEA Vetted Unit in Trinidad and Tobago with advanced technology and security solutions. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) office, U.S. Embassy, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago - OEMs and Vendors: - Dell (PowerScale A310 data storage system) - APC (NetShelter SX 42U rack system with InRow cooling) - Equivalent products from other manufacturers are also acceptable - Products/Services Requested: - Digital forensics lab equipment and data storage systems (e.g., Dell PowerScale A310 or equivalent) - Rack systems with cooling and electrical accessories (e.g., APC NetShelter SX 42U with InRow cooling or equivalent) - Laptop workstations and rugged laptops, pre-installed with required hardware and software - Integrated building and perimeter security system with access control and CCTV - Installation, integration, and long-term in-country support for all supplied equipment - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All computer equipment must be delivered to the INL office in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago within 8–12 weeks of purchase order issuance - All quoted prices must include shipping, brokerage, and transportation to the delivery location - Equipment must be pre-installed and fully licensed - This is a market research RFI (Sources Sought), not a formal solicitation

The U.S. Department of State, Embassy Port of Spain, is conducting market research through this Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) to identify vendors capable of providing goods and services to operationalize a U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Vetted Unit in Trinidad and Tobago. The anticipated requirement includes the supply, installation, integration, and long‑term in‑country support of: (1) digital forensics lab equipment and data storage systems (e.g., Dell PowerScale A310 or equivalent); (2) rack systems with cooling and electrical accessories (e.g., APC NetShelter SX 42U with InRow cooling or equivalent); (3) laptop workstations and rugged laptops pre‑installed with required hardware/software; and (4) an integrated building and perimeter security system with access control and CCTV. Computer equipment must be deliverable within 8–12 weeks from purchase order issuance, and quoted prices in any future solicitation are expected to include all shipping, brokerage, and transportation to the INL office in Port of Spain. Interested vendors should carefully review and respond in accordance with the attached full Sources Sought/RFI document and the attached draft Statement of Work (SOW). This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment to award.