INL Colombia Anti Money Laundering and Crypto Currency Certification

Sources Sought Notice :  19INLE26I0035 - INL Colombia AML and Crypto Currency Certifications (*Updated version of  previously posted Notice 191NLE26I0033) (PCS: U006; NAICS: 611430) Background: INL Colombia Anti Money Laundering Program is seeking a potential contract to deliver advanced training on investigating complex money laundering schemes, including virtual asset investigations. This initiative will enable Colombian authorities to effectively identify, and counter national and international financial crimes committed by TCOs and FTOs. The purpose is twofold: to build the knowledge and skills of participants, and to certify that knowledge so that beneficiaries are recognized as subject matter experts through accreditation and internationally-recognized certifications or diplomas. Examples include: CAMS (Certified Anti Money Laundering Specialist); ICA (International Compliance Association); CFCS (Certified Financial Crime Specialist) or equivalent certification or diploma program. 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. Any resulting solicitation as a Small Business Set-aside shall be subject to FAR 52.219-14: Limitations on Subcontracting. 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.  Interest in nature of participation [e.g., prime contractor, teaming partner, primary subcontractor]; 4.  SDVOSB/HUBZONE/8(a)/WOSB or other SBA certification for applicable NAICS; 5.  Statement of capabilities applicable to this requirement specifically experience providing the training and development of the specific curriculum as described in the draft Statement of Work; 6. Ability to provide both in person and virtual content delivery; 7. Ability to provide accredited and/or internationally-recognized certification or diploma for participants 8. Questions, clarifications and/or recommendations to INL to inform a subsequent Notice of Funding Opportunity. Interested contractors may provide the above information via e-mail to the addresses listed below. Information submitted must include the requested information 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 12:00 PM EST on Friday, August 21, 2026. Primary Point of Contact: Michele Coccovizzo Senior Contract Support Specialist CoccovizzoML@state.gov Secondary Point of Contact: Jamillah Timmons Contracting Officer TimmonsJ@state.gov TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Line 1: Anti-Money Laundering Specialist Certification or Diploma – Accredited and/or Internationally Recognized (Spanish) Qty: 100 ; Unit: SV-service A. Training Services: Comprehensive exam preparation covering all certification domains Minimum 40 hours instruction per certification type Digital and/or print study materials, practice exams, and case studies 12-month access to online learning management system Supplementary materials on FATF recommendations, sanctions programs, and relevant regulations B. Core Curriculum The government expects, at a minimum, the inclusion of these factors, and any appropriate combination thereof: core AML/CFT concepts and typologies (ML, TF, related financial crime); international and domestic AML frameworks (FATF, national laws, roles of regulators/FIU/LE/prosecutors); risk-based approach, CDD/KYC, beneficial ownership, sanctions, PEPs, and STR/SAR fundamentals; use of STRs/SARs as intelligence and evidential leads; governance, culture, and accountability in reporting entities; supervisory letters/enforcement rationales; financial sanctions; cross-border financial flows; introductory concepts of virtual assets and cryptocurrencies. C. Delivery: Virtual and in-person training for approximately 100 Colombian officials (prosecutors, investigators, financial experts) in various municipalities Primary in-person instructor in Bogota with concurrent virtual instruction for students in remote zones (live and on-demand access) within existing fixed-fee budget. INL will provide list of participants. D. Examination: Exam registration and vouchers (valid for minimum of 6 months) for up to 100 participants annually Te