Judicial Security Capacity Building in Ecuador

Market Research and Request for Information (MR&RFI) Judicial Security Systems Services for Strengthening in Ecuador Background INL Ecuador intends to issue a Market Research and Request for Information (MR&RFI) to support the strengthening of judicial security systems and institutional protection capabilities in Ecuador. The initiative seeks to enhance the operational effectiveness of the Judicial Council and the Ecuadorian National Police through the development and implementation of standardized operating procedures (SOPs), risk management methodologies, institutional coordination mechanisms, and workforce development programs. This MR&RFI specifically seeks to identify technical, operational, and institutional approaches to support sustainable judicial security capabilities aligned with international standards and Ecuadorian legal frameworks 2. Goal and Objectives 2.1 Goal The purpose of this Market Research and Request for Information (MR&RFI) is to identify technical, operational, and institutional approaches to support the strengthening of judicial security systems and institutional protection capabilities in Ecuador.  2.2 Objectives 2.2.1 Identify technical security solutions for the development and implementation of standardized operating procedures (SOPs), risk management systems, and institutional coordination mechanisms. 2.2.2 Identify workforce development and training approaches to strengthen operational readiness and institutional capacity among judicial security personnel. 2.2.3 Identify monitoring and evaluation methodologies to support compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement processes. 2.2.4 Ensure proposed approaches align with Ecuadorian legal frameworks, international standards, and institutional security requirements. 3. Response Instruction Interested vendors capable of meeting the requirements described in this MR&RFI are invited to submit responses describing their technical experience, implementation approach, and capabilities related to judicial security, risk management, institutional strengthening, and workforce development. Responses may also include recommendations and alternative solutions aligned with international standards and Ecuadorian legal frameworks, including but not limited to the information indicated in Annex A – Reference Technical Information required. 3.1 Cover Page Requirements Submissions must include a cover page containing: Company Name Point of Contact (POC) POC Title Company Location Mailing Address Phone Number Email Address Company Website Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) 3.2 Submission Format One electronic submission in PDF format. The document must not be locked or password protected. Responses should include relevant technical and institutional experience, implementation methodologies, and training approaches. Please include a referential quotation with a price per service item. Responses must not exceed 40 pages. 3.3 Submission Method Responses shall be submitted electronically to: Valeria Rueda, Procurement Agent   Email: quito-inl-procurement@state.gov 3.4 Submission Deadline Submissions must be received no later than 02:00 PM U.S. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on May 29, 2026. Late submissions may be reviewed at INL’s discretion; however, no guarantee is made regarding their consideration. 3.5 Additional Information Potential vendors are responsible for all costs associated with preparing and submitting a response. Unsolicited proposals submitted in response to this MR&RFI will not be considered. 4. Annex Annex A: Referential technical information is provided as an annex to this RFI. 5. Special Note This Market Research and Request for Information (MR&RFI) is issued solely for market research and planning purposes in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10. It is not a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), or solicitation, and it does not obligate the Government to issue solicitation or award a contract. The Government does not intend to award a contract based on responses to this RFI, nor will it pay for the preparation or use of any information submitted. All information received will be used strictly for planning and market research purposes. Important Notice to Respondents: Requirements are subject to change:  All requirements, specifications, and technical information discussed in this RFI are preliminary and subject to modification. The Government reserves the right to alter, add, or delete requirements in any subsequent solicitation. No evaluation commitment:  Any technical information, methodologies, or approaches shared in response to this RFI will not be considered or evaluated as part of any future competitive procurement process. Respondents will have the opportunity to submit formal proposals if a solicitation is issued. 6. Request for Information 6.1 Technical and Institutional Experience 6.1.1 Des