INL Haiti: Tactical Operations in Urban Terrain Training

Background: The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) has undertaken the P4000 program to address the insufficient number of Haitian National Police (HNP) officers and expand their capacity to address the extreme levels of urban violence. To address the escalating threat posed by illegal gangs and support the re-establishment of state security, there is an urgent requirement for the HNP to develop foundation and specialized capabilities including tactical planning, movement and operations, urban policing and command, control and coordination. An enhanced urban operations training program will deliver standardized, high-quality and internationally developed tactical training to HNP recruits to improve their operational effectiveness in complex urban environments, strengthen their ability to counter organized criminal groups, and enable the safe, lawful, and coordinated conduct of security operations. This Sources Sought notice is issued for planning market research purposes only, and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals, offers, bids, and/or quotes. This is not an announcement of a forthcoming solicitation, or confirmation that the Government will contract for the items contained in the Sources Sought, nor is any commitment on the part of the Government to award a contract implied. Responses to this notice will assist the Government in identifying potential sources and in determining if a Small Business set-aside of the solicitation is appropriate . Respondents are advised that the Government will not pay for any information or administrative cost incurred in response to this Sources Sought. Responses to this notice will not be returned. The following information is requested in this RFI/Sources Sought: 1.  Company name, point of contact, phone number, and address; 2.  UEI Number and CAGE Code; 3.  Small Business Designation: SB/SDVOSB/HUBZONE/8(a)/WOSB or other SBA certification for applicable NAICS; 4.  Proposed NAICS/PSC code; 5. Statement of capabilities applicable to this requirement. Respondents must show experience conducting urban combat and anti-gang training to mirror the challenges facing Port-au-Prince. Showcase experience training new cadets with minimal to no law enforcement experience; 6. Strong In-Country Presence (Haiti) - Respondents shall be able to demonstrate its capability to offer services in-country and experience operating in complex security environments and navigating logistical travel issues operating within Haiti. There are security and logistical concerns traveling in and out of Haiti. The offeror should have previous experience having personnel travel in and out of country and can plan accordingly. 7. Deployment Timeline – Respondents shall be able to demonstrate its ability to deploy and perform services in country with the host government within 30 days of award .  Interested contractors may provide the above information via e-mail to the addresses listed below. Information submitted must be in sufficient detail as to allow for a thorough government review of the firm's interest and capabilities . This information is due no later than Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST. Primary Point of Contact: Amy Moseley Contracting Officer MoseleyAR@state.gov Technical Specifications: The vendor will deliver a comprehensive six-week Tactical Operations in Urban Terrain training program to augment the INL P4000 Program's support to the HNP. The training will be integrated into the existing HNP recruit curriculum during weeks 9-14 of the basic training course and delivered to three consecutive recruit courses (Courses 37, 38, and 39), with each course comprising approximately 1,200 recruits organized into six companies of 200 recruits each. The vendor shall deploy a training team consisting of project oversight and international instructors, supported by HNP instructors and Language Assistants, to deliver six sequential training modules: (1) Weapons Handling and Individual Movement Techniques; (2) Squad-Level Formations, Urban Patrolling, and Cordon Operations; (3) Room Clearance and Defensive Position Fortification; (4) Vehicle Checkpoints and Search Procedures; (5) Pistol Training and Qualification; and (6) Rifle Training and Qualification. The vendor shall conduct pre- and post-training assessments, weekly summative evaluations, and weapons qualification testing for all recruits. The vendor shall coordinate closely with HNP leadership and INL representatives through weekly planning meetings and monthly stakeholder coordination sessions, maintain comprehensive safety protocols including Range Action Safety Plans, and provide After Action Reviews and lessons learned documentation following each training rotation. All training delivery shall incorporate human rights awareness, Rules of Engagement, International Humanitarian Law principles, and safeguarding protocols in accordance with Department of State