DoDEA Daily Commute Student Transportation Services to the Hohenfels Military Community, Germany
ID: HE125426REHOHENFELSType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF DEFENSE EDUCATION ACTIVITY (DODEA)DODEA EUROPE EASTAPO, AE, 09114, USA

NAICS

School and Employee Bus Transportation (485410)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRAVEL/LODGING/RECRUITMENT: PASSENGER MOTOR CHARTER (V222)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/7dc95d00175542b8b7e291b233ce8749/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is conducting market research to identify qualified companies capable of providing daily commute student transportation services for the Hohenfels Military Community in Germany, with services anticipated to commence on August 1, 2026. The procurement encompasses full transportation services, including personnel, supervision, supplies, and equipment, adhering to DoDEA and Host Nation requirements, with a strong emphasis on safety, efficiency, and rigorous contract management. Interested vendors must submit a statement of interest, a capability statement (maximum of three pages), and a non-binding Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimate by 11:00 AM EST on November 17, 2025, to Esther.Yi@dodea.edu, including “HE125426REHOHENFELS” in the subject line. Respondents must also be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database to be eligible for any resultant contracts.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Esther Yi
    esther.yi@dodea.edu
    Sidnie Miranda
    sidnie.miranda@dodea.edu
    Files
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    26REHOHENFELS_PWS_110625.pdf
    The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) requires student transportation services for the Hohenfels School Complex. This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the need for a contractor to provide daily commute, curricular, and co-curricular transportation for students, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and adherence to DoDEA and Host Nation requirements. Key aspects include rigorous contract management, route establishment with strict timing, and procedures for short-term and long-term schedule adjustments. The contractor must ensure robust communication capabilities, maintain vehicle readiness and cleanliness, and implement comprehensive safety and security protocols, including daily vehicle inspections and annual safety and security training for all personnel. Strict standards for driver and safety attendant qualifications, conduct, and background checks are also detailed, along with procedures for accident and incident reporting and response. The document highlights the importance of protecting students and maintaining operational continuity under various conditions.
    26REHOHENFELS_RFI_SSN_110625.docx
    The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is seeking information for daily commute student transportation services for the Hohenfels Military Community in Germany. This Request for Information (RFI) is for market research only and does not obligate the government. DoDEA is looking for full student transportation services, including personnel, supervision, supplies, and equipment, starting August 1, 2026. The NAICS code is 485410, School and Employee Bus Transportation. Interested companies should submit a statement of interest, a capability statement (maximum 3 pages) detailing qualifications, experience, and technical capabilities, and a non-binding Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimate. Submissions must be sent electronically to Esther.Yi@dodea.edu by 11:00 AM EST on November 17, 2025, with “HE125426REHOHENFELS” in the subject line. Respondents must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database to be eligible for any future contract.
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