Northeast Regional Courier Services for the USCIS Office of Intake and Document Production
ID: 70SBUR25Q00000041Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION SERVICESUSCIS CONTRACTING OFFICE(ERBUR)Williston, VT, 05495, USA

NAICS

Couriers and Express Delivery Services (492110)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: COURIER/MESSENGER (R602)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d2fc15bc4bfd485c94fc7818c15ce980/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), is seeking qualified vendors to provide Northeast Regional Courier Services for various USCIS offices located in Vermont. The procurement involves daily courier services to support the Eastern Forms Center, Northeast Regional Office, Personnel Security Division, Management Center, and the Office of Contracting, with the aim of enhancing operational efficiency within these offices. This Request for Quote (RFQ) is classified under NAICS code 492110 and PSC R602, emphasizing the critical nature of timely and reliable courier services for USCIS operations. Interested bidders must submit their quotes by January 21, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Taylor Quintin or Way Goodman via the provided email addresses.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Taylor Quintin
    Taylor.J.Quintin@uscis.dhs.gov
    Way Goodman, Senior Contract Specialist
    waynette.a.goodman@uscis.dhs.gov
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    RFQ 70SBUR25Q00000041 FINAL Conformed - USCIS Daily Courier Service_20250114.pdf
    The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ) for daily courier services to support various USCIS offices in the South Burlington and Williston, Vermont area. The RFQ number is 70SBUR25Q00000041, with responses due by January 21, 2025. The service is classified under the Product Service Code R602 - Courier/Messenger services, aligning with NAICS code 492110. Bidders must provide a complete quote, including a filled pricing spreadsheet detailing items and quantities, and must meet several federal requirements, including representations and certifications concerning telecommunications and tax compliance. Evaluation will be based on a lowest price technically acceptable methodology, considering both price and technical capability. Key attachments include a Statement of Work (SOW), security requirements, and wage determinations. The document also outlines contract clauses and regulations from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), ensuring systematic compliance in contract execution. This RFQ reflects USCIS's continuing initiative to secure necessary logistics support to enhance its operational capabilities effectively.
    USCIS Courier Service RFQ 70SBUR25Q00000041 Part III - Attachment C - Pricing Spreadsheet_20250114.xlsx
    The document pertains to a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by USCIS for the provision of Northeast Regional Daily Courier Services in Vermont. It outlines three specific line items, each categorized as Firm Fixed Price (FFP), with details on quantities, units, and amounts left unspecified for quoting purposes. The services are required for multiple USCIS offices, and the corresponding Statement of Work (SOW) defines the operational expectations. The period of performance (PoP) remains to be determined. Potential bidders are reminded to focus their submissions on highlighted spreadsheet cells, indicating that accurate and specific pricing details are essential for their quotes. This RFP emphasizes compliance with federal requirements for courier services, which are critical to the functioning of USCIS operations in the region.
    USCIS Courier Service RFQ 70SBUR25Q0000041 PART III Attachment D - Question Submission Form_20250114.xlsx
    The document pertains to a Request for Quote (RFQ) from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for Northeast Courier Services, marked as Part III Attachment D - 70SBUR25Q00. It includes a list of questions intended to clarify details regarding the RFQ. The questions are essential for eliciting responses and ensuring alignment between USCIS and potential courier service providers. The file indicates a structure that emphasizes the importance of clear communication, as any discrepancies in answers could affect the procurement process. This underscores the formal nature of government solicitations, aiming to establish transparency and fairness in selecting suppliers. Ultimately, the document reflects standard practice in federal procurement, facilitating the provision of essential services to support USCIS operations effectively.
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