Embassy of the United States of America

GSO/Procurement Office

Antiguo Cuscatlan, July 6, 2021.

To: Prospective Quote

Subject: Request for Quotation No. 19ES6020Q0077

The Embassy of the United States of America has a requirement for a contractor to submit a quotation to provide COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT FOR TRIDENTE UNIT, as per described in Attachment A. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) consists of the following sections:

I. Standard Fonn SF-18 2. Attachment A - Specifications 3. Late quotation rules and evaluation method

The Embassy plans to award a Purchase Order. You are encouraged to make your quotation competitive. You are also cautioned against any collusion with other potential offerors with regard to price quotations to be submitted. The RFQ does not commit the American Embassy to make any award. The Embassy may cancel this RFQ or any part of it.

Please read the RFP carefully and if you are interested, submit your quotation via e-mail to RengifoJM@state.gov including the completed SF-18 by on or before I 1:00 on July 22, 2021. No oral, partial or late quotations will be accepted.

Enclosure: As Stated

Sincerely,

Kimberly McConnell

Contracting Officer

REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS THI S RFQ [] IS [x] IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS- PAGE F PAGES

([HIS IS NOT AN ORDER) SMALL PURCHASE SET-AS IDE (52.219-4) I I 13 I

I. REQUEST 0 . 12 D8TE ISSUED I J . REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO 4. CERT. FOR NAT. DEF. RATING

19 ES6021 Q0077 07/06/2021 PR9738021 UNDER BOSA REG. 2 AND/OR OMS REG. I

SA. ISSUED BY General Services Office, American Embassy San Salvador 6. DELIVER BY (Date)

58. FOR INFORMATION CALL: (Name and telephone 110.) (No col/ec1 calls PR9 I 77 3~5 7. DELIVERY

NAME TELEPHONE NUMBER X FOB DESTINATION OTHER (See Schedule)

Janina M. de Rengifo RengifoJM@state.gov AREA CODE NUMBER

2501-2462 8. TO: 9. DESTINATION

a. NAME b. COMPANY a. NAME OF CONS IGNEE

American Embassy San Salvador

c. STREET ADDRESS b. STREET ADDRESS

Final Blvd. Santa Elena, Antiguo Cuscatlan

d. CITY e . STATE f. ZIP CODE c. CITY La Libertad

d. e. ZIP CODE STAT E

10. PLEASE FURNISH QUOTATIO S TO THE IMPORTANT : This is a requesl for infonn alion, and quotations furnished are not offers. If you are unable to quote, please so ISSUING OFFICE IN BLOCK SA ON OR indicate on this fonn and return it to the address in Block SA. Thi s request does not commit the Government to pay any costs BEFORE CLOSE OF BUSINESS (Date) incurred in the preparation of the submission of this quotation or to contract for suppl ies or services. Supplies are of domestic origin 07/22/2021 @ 11 :00am unl ess otherwise indi cated by quoter. Any representations and/or certifications attached to this Request for Quotations must be

completed by the quoter

11 . SCHEDULE (Include applicable Federal, State and local taxes)

ITEM SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT NO(a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f)

I Handheld VHF Radio 14 Ea $ $ Standard Horizon Speaker Microphone For Vhf Radio 14 Ea Personal Locator Beacon 8 Ea Solar Panel Semi Flexible 15w 4 Ea Satphone Iridium Extreme 9575 PTT 9 Ea Marine Kit Iridium 575 3 Ea Iridium Aviation Glass Mount Antenna 1 Ea

Garmin Inreach Explorer 3 Ea

AS PER SCOPE OF WORK IN ATTACHMENT A $

TOTAL a. IO CALENDAR DAYS b. 20 c. 30 CALENDAR DAYS d. CALENDAR

12 DI SCOUNT FOR PROMPT PAYMENT % CALENDAR % DAYS

DAYS o/o NUMBER 1%

NOTE: Additional provisions and representations [) are [ ) are not attached.

13 NAME AND ADDRESS OF QUOTER 14 SIGNATURE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO 15 DA TE OF QUOT A TION SIGN QUOTATION

a. NAME OF QUOTER

b. STREET ADDRESS 16. SIGNER

c. COUNTY a. NAME (Type or pri nt) b. TELEPHONE

d. CITY

I e. STATE

I f. ZIP CODE c. TITLE (Type or print) AREA CODE

NUMBER

STANDARD FORM I 8

Solicitation Number 19ES6021Q0077

The American Embassy in San Salvador invites you to submit a quotation for Services to Develop and Implement a Comprehensive Retirement Plan, as per described in Attachment A.

Submit your quotation via e-mail to Janina de Rengifo, RengifoJM@state.gov on or before 11 :00 on July 22, 2021. No proposal will be accepted after this time.

In order for a proposal to be considered, you must quote all items described in Attachment A and complete and submit the attached SF-18. Partial quotes will not be considered.

Please address any questions to: Janina M de Rengifo Email: RengifoJM@state.gov

ATTACHMENT A

SCOPE OF WORK

INL SAN SALVADOR-TRIDENTES

A. General Requirement:

The International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Section (INL) of the U.S . Embassy in San Salvador, has an Initiative requirement for the purchase the following items:

1. HANDHELD VHF RADIO. STANDARD HORIZON HX890

Quanti Specs:

Accessories:

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14 6W transmit power output (Selectable 6/ 2/ 1 W) I 700mW Loud Audio and Noise Canceling Function for both TX/RX audio I Submersible IPX8 Construction and it floats

DSC (Digital Selective Calling) ITU-R M.493 Class-H Operation I W2.60" x HS.43 " x Dl.50" - Round Case Design provides excellent ergonomics

Built-in Integrated 66 channel WAAS GPS Receiver I 11-hour Operating Time with 1800mAh high capacity Li-ion battery I Easy to Operate Menu System with a large (1 .7" x 1.7" ) Full-dot matrix display I Selectable Display Mode - Day & Night Mode I Waypoint and Route navigation I Group Monitor Function utilising DSC Group Position Call

MOB (Man over Boar:d) feature I Water Activated Emergency "WHITE" Strobe Light I Two Scrambler Systems built-in - 4-code CVS2500A & 32-code FVP-42 I Versatile Scanning operation (Dual Watch and Triple Watch) I NOAA Weather Channels with Weather Alert I FM Broadcast Radio Receiver I Micro USB Data jack for PC programming 13 Year Waterproof Warranty

HX890 comes packaged with all the accesories including the rechargeable Li-Ion battery, Alkaline battery tray, l l 0V wall charger, 220V adapter, charging cradle, 12V charger, PC programming cable and belt lip with lanyard

2. ST AND ARD HORIZON SPEAKER MICROPHONE CMP460 FOR VHF RADIO

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14 Submersible Remote Microphone Noise-Cancelling Technology Waterproof Compatible with Horizon Handheld: HX370 I HX40b! HX471 / HX500 / HX600 / HX75 I / HX85 l / HX750S I HX850S

3. PERSONAL LOCATOR BEACON

Quanti Specs:

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8 Activation Method: Manual Battery Life: +24 hours Battery storage life: 6 years from day of manufacture Approximated Dimensions: 4.52" L x 2.03" Width x 1.49 Depth A roximated wei ht: 5.28 Ounces

4. SOLAR PANEL. SEMI FLEXIBLE 15W MONOCRYSTALLINE SOLAR PANEL

Quanti Specs:

Description:

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4 Amperage: 0.842 Dimensions: 14 3/8" Width x 1/8" Depth x 14 11 /16" Length Material : Monocrystalline Connection Interface: 4 in 1 Connector Type: Solar Panel Voltage: 12 Volts Watta e: 15 Watts • Ultra-light material is paper thin, measuring only .07'' (2mm) thick • Flexes up to 20° to curve and mold to any roof • Up to 847 mA / 15W of output in bright sun • Trickle charger is able to keep your 12V batteries topped off • Permanent installation without the need to drill holes • Temporary installation with included suction cups • Weighs just 0.97oz. • Two-year limited warranty

5. SATPHONE IRIDIUM EXTREME 9575 PTT

Quantity: 09 Description: Dimensions: 140 mm (L) x 60mm (W) x 27mm (D)

Duration: Standby time: Up to 30 hours Talk time: Up to 4 hours Display: 200 character illuminated graphic display, Volume, signal and battery strength meters Calling features : Integrated speakerphone, quick-connect to iridium voice mail, two-way SMS and short email capability, pre-programmable international access code, mailbox for voice, numeric and text messages, selectable ring alert tones Durability Specification: Military grade ruggedness (MIL-STD810F), Ingress Protection (JP65) Memory: 110-entry internal phonebook, with capacity for multiple phone numbers, email addresses and notes, Call history retains received, missed and dialed calls.

Features:

Services included:

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Usage Control Features: User-Configurable call timers to manage costs, Keypad lock and PIN lick for additional securi GPS-enabled location-based services Online tracking Customized solutions enabled for diverse markets Accessories to create instant Wi-Fi hotspots Certified SEND by search and rescue regulation body Reliable two-wa lobal covera e Please include the following services:

• (9) PTTT Extended Plan for 4 phones , 12 month contract terms , Medium Talkgroup with UNLIMITED minutes/month, no overage applies .

• (9) Activation fee • Universal service fund • Voice Add-ons Global for 12 month • GEOS Emergency Button - Included with voice add-on Iridium to

Landline/Cellular for 12 month

6. MARINE KIT IRIDIUM 575

Quanti : Description:

Specs:

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3 The Marine Kit for the Iridium 9575 gives the added security of having a working satphone below decks under any sea conditions. It also gives the added security of taking the portable 9575 out of the dock and throwing it in your ditch bag if needed. Since the SatStation dock also chargers your phone, you will have a fully charged phone at all times. Now you can make a call independent of your vessels

ower source unlike some fixed unit satellite hones • Sleek and compact • Integrates with emergency SOS button • Full duplex hands-free operation • Toggle between loudspeaker or private mode • Charge phone battery • VPN for remote access by service personnel • Traffic logging with data stored for one year • Optional international power adapter simplifies installation for wall-plug use • USB Data Cable, Redport Optimizer, Antenna Adapter, Portable Auxiliary

Antenna, marine antenna with 30 feet of cable, Satstation privacy handset, satstation extreme dock and flush mount kit, free protective case included

• Power: 12Volt

7. IRIDIUM AVIATION GLASS MOUNT ANTENNA

Specs:

01 The Iridium Aviation Glass Mount Antenna was developed for use on an aircraft's windscreen, but Iridium users find it useful in various other situations as well. It can be mounted using the suction cup on the top for glass. This Iridium antenna is hermetically sealed, designed for harsh environment applications. Its versatility, compact size and attractive price make the Iridium Glass Mount Aviation Antenna a o ular choice amon Iridium users.

Size: Diameter: 2.60 inch x Height:0.690inc Finish: Sky rol resistant polyurethane enamel Mounting: Glass Connector: TNC male connector with 192" low loss cable

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8. GARMIN INREACH EXPLORER

Quantity:

Description:

Specs:

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3 Using the worldwide coverage of the Iridium satellite network, these go-anywhere portable devices let you exchange text messages with any cell phone number or email address an where - while usin GPS to track and share our ·oume 's ro ress

• I 00% global Iridium satellite coverage enables 2-way text messaging from anywhere (satellite subscription required).

• Trigger an interactive SOS to the 24/7 search and rescue monitoring center. • Track and share your location with family and friends . • Pair with mobile devices using the free Earthmate app for access to downloadable

maps, U.S. NOAA charts, color aerial imagery and more. • inReach Explorer+ device adds preloaded Delorme TOPO maps with onscreen GPS

routing plus built-in digital compass, barometric altimeter and accelerometer.

ELIVERY:

he E ui ment must be delivered at American Embassy San Salvador Warehouse, Boulevard Santa Elena, Antigua Cuscatlan, La Libertad, El Salvador, within 30 days after the Purchase Order is awarded

IMPORTANT NOTE:

In order to be eligible/or award, vendors must be registered in the US Government System/or Award Management (SAM). Please visit this/or our QUICK GUIDE FOR CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION:

http://usaidlearninglab.org/sites/defaultlfi1es/resource/fi1es/Presentation 4 Screencast 2 Sp.p rJL(SAMS in Spanish)

http://usaidlearninglab.org/sitesldefaultl(ileslresourcelfi1es/Presentation 1 Screencast 1 Sp.p df.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Award will be made to the lowest priced, acceptable, responsible quoter.

The Government will determine acceptability by assessing the offeror's compliance with the terms of the RFQ. The Government will determine responsibility by analyzing whether the apparent successful quoter complies with the requirements of FAR 9.1, including:

• ability to comply with the required performance period, taking into consideration all existing commercial and governmental business commitments.

• satisfactory record of integrity and business ethics. • necessary organization, experience, and skills or the ability to obtain them. • necessary equipment and facilities or the ability to obtain them. • otherwise qualified and eligible to receive an award under applicable laws and

regulations.

CLAUSES FOR PURCHASE ORDERS AND BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENTS A WARDED BY OVERSEAS CONTRACTING ACTIVITIES (Current thru F AC 2020-7 and F AC 2020-8, effective 08/13/2020)

COMMERCIAL ITEMS

FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated By Reference (FEB 1998)

This purchase order or BPA incorporates the following clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this address: Acquisition.gov this address is subject to change.

DOSAR clauses may be accessed at: https://acquisition.gov/dosar

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR Chapter 1) CLAUSES

NUMBER TITLE DATE

52.204-7 SYSTEM FOR AW ARD MANAGEMENT OCT 2018

52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel (if JAN 20 11 contractor requires physical access to a federally-controlled facility or access to a Federal information system)

52.204- 13 SYSTEM FOR AW ARD MANAGEMENT OCT 20 18 MAINTENANCE

52.204-18 COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY CODE JUL 20 16 MAINTENANCE

52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items OCT 20 18

(Alternate I (MAY 2014) of 52 .212-4 applies if the order is time-and-materials or labor-hour)

52.225-19 Contractor Personnel in a Diplomatic or Consular Mission MAY 2020 Outside the United States (applies to services at danger pay posts only)

52.227-19 Commercial Computer Software License (if order is for DEC 2007 software)

52.228-3 Workers' Compensation Insurance (Defense Base Act) (if JUL 2014 order is for services and contractor employees are covered by Defense Base Act insurance)

52.228-4 Workers' Compensation and War-Hazard Insurance (if order APR 1984 is for services and contractor employees are not covered by Defense Base Act insurance)

52.246-26 REPORTING NON CONFORMING ITEMS JUN 2020

The following clause is provided in fu ll text:

52.212- 5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS-COMMERCIAL ITEMS (AUG 2020)

(a) The Contractor shall comply with the following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, which are incorporated in this contract by reference, to implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial items:

(1) 52.203-19, Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements (JAN 2017) (section 743 of Division E, Title VII, of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. L. 113-235) and its successor provisions in subsequent appropriations acts (and as extended in continuing resolutions)).

(2) 52.204-23 , Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab and Other Covered Entities (JUL 2018) (Section 1634 of Pub. L. 115-91).

(3) 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment. (AUG 2020) (Section 889(a)(l )(A) of Pub. L. 115-232).

(4) 52.209-10, Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations (Nov 2015).

(5) 52.233-3 , Protest After Award (AUG 1996) (31 U.S.C. 3553).

(6) 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004) (Public Laws 108-77 and 108-78 ( 19 U.S.C. 3805 note)).

(b) The Contractor shall comply with the FAR clauses in this paragraph (b) that the Contracting Officer has indicated as being incorporated in this contract by reference to implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial items:

[Contracting Officer check as appropriate.]

_ (1) 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (JUNE 2020), with Alternate !(OCT 1995) (41 U.S.C. 4704 and 10 U.S.C. 2402).

_ (2) 52.203-13 , Contractor Code of Business Ethics and Conduct (JUN 2020) (41 U.S.C. 3509)).

_ (3) 52.203-15 , Whistleblower Protections under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of2009 (JUN 2010) (Section 1553 of Pub. L. 111-5). (Applies to contracts funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.)

_ (4) 52.204-10, Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards (JUN 2020) (Pub. L. 109-282) ( 31 U.S.C. 6101 note).

_ (5) [Reserved].

_ ( 6) 52.204-14, Service Contract Reporting Requirements (OCT 2016) (Pub. L. 111-117, section 743 of Div. C).

_ (7) 52.204-15, Service Contract Reporting Requirements for Indefinite-Delivery Contracts (OCT 2016) (Pub. L. 111-117, section 743 of Div. C).

_ (8) 52.209-6, Protecting the Government' s Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment. (JUN 2020) (31 U.S.C. 6101 note).

_ (9) 52.209-9, Updates of Publicly Available Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (OCT2018) (41 U.S.C. 2313).

_ (10) [Reserved].

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(i) 52.219-3 , Notice ofHUBZone Set-Aside or Sole-Source Award (MAR 2020) (1 5 U.S.C. 657a).

_ (ii) Alternate I (MAR 2020) of 52.219-3 .

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(i) 52.219-4, Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns (MAR 2020) (if the offeror elects to waive the preference, it shall so indicate in its offer) (1 5 U.S.C. 657a).

_ (ii) Alternate I (MAR 2020) of 52.219-4.

_ (13) [Reserved]