Forensics Opioid Identification Equipment

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) is seeking information from vendors for the procurement of specialized forensic equipment, including gas and liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC-MS and LC-MS) systems, for use by accredited chemistry laboratories, field units, and forensic medical services in Mexico. The equipment will be used to identify and track synthetic opioids and related substances. The contractor will be responsible for the installation and configuration of the equipment, as well as providing on-site training on its operation. The period of performance for the contract will be twelve (12) months from the date of task/delivery order award. Some key points to note: • The contractor must provide an Export/Import plan and comply with all applicable International, U.S., and Mexican Regulations. • The contractor must receive written confirmation from INL before any delivery, installation, and on-site training can be done. • The contractor must provide a checklist of pre-requirements, in both English and Spanish languages, to the INL COR and CD-Forensics Program within five (5) business days after the delivery of the Project Management Plan. • The contractor must conduct a site visit within twenty (20) business days after task order award to ensure that the facility meets all requirements for the installation and testing of equipment. • The contractor must provide training in Spanish to GOM personnel regarding the operation of the equipment and software.