Refrigerated and Freezer Trailers at Defense Commissary Agency Stores
ID: HQC005-24-Q-0016Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCY (DECA)DEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCYFORT GREGG ADAMS, VA, 23801-1800, USA

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Truck, Utility Trailer, and RV (Recreational Vehicle) Rental and Leasing (532120)

PSC

LEASE OR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT- GROUND EFFECT VEHICLES, MOTOR VEHICLES, TRAILERS, AND CYCLES (W023)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    Description

    The Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) is soliciting quotes for the rental of refrigerated and freezer trailers to support 18 commissary store locations across the contiguous United States during the holiday season. Contractors are required to provide all necessary items for the delivery, transportation, and operational use of these trailers, which will be used to store frozen turkeys and other holiday food items, ensuring they maintain a constant temperature. This procurement is critical for maintaining food safety and availability during peak shopping periods, particularly for military families. Quotes are due by 4 p.m. Eastern on September 13, 2024, and interested parties should contact Kristine Castelow at Kristine.castelow@deca.mil for further information.

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    The Statement of Work outlines the requirements for renting refrigerated and freezer trailers to store holiday food items, specifically frozen turkeys, at designated commissary locations. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary personnel, equipment, and ensuring compliance with security protocols for installation access. Key responsibilities include coordinating with commissary personnel for delivery and pick-up, delivering trailers with full fuel, maintaining operational readiness, completing damage reports, and providing 24-hour emergency repairs. The commissary personnel must perform daily temperature checks, fuel management, and coordinate logistics with the contractor while maintaining communication with the contracting office for any issues. The document emphasizes compliance with safety and operational standards to ensure effective service delivery throughout the rental period. This aligns with government procurement practices for ensuring efficiency and security in service contracts.
    The document outlines electrical and diesel requirements for various military installations, specifying the types of electrical outputs needed for each location. It presents a list of sites, including Fort Gregg-Adams, Norfolk, Fort Belvoir, and more, each associated with a DODAAC code and indicating whether the power supply is electric or diesel. The notable specifications include details such as voltage, amp values, and whether the delivery system is a roll-up or swing type. Most entries have associated delivery and end dates for the stipulated requirements, emphasizing a roll-up delivery approach. The timeline for the electric and diesel requirements spans from October 2024 to January 2025, indicating a synchronized schedule across these installations. This document serves as a reference for contractors participating in government RFPs, detailing the immediate needs for electrical infrastructure in support of military operations and logistics, aligned with federal grant and contracting processes at the state and local levels. The structured format presents clear, actionable data for vendors looking to fulfill these governmental electrical requirements.
    The Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) is soliciting quotes for the rental of refrigerated trailers at various commissary locations, with quotes due by 4 p.m. Eastern on September 13, 2024. Each request specifies the need for 53-foot roll-up trailers, with varied fuel types (diesel or electric) and delivery and pick-up dates scheduled from October 7, 2024, to January 10, 2025. Potential contractors are required to provide detailed pricing for rental costs, including monthly, weekly, and daily rates, along with operating hours for refrigeration. The document includes sections for offerors to insert their company name, point of contact, and estimated costs per mile or flat fees for delivery and pick-up. Each location’s specifications are detailed, including requirements for electric trailers with specific power adapter types. The pricing calculations are automated, ensuring offerors can easily generate totals based on their input. DeCA emphasizes that the operating hours and rental costs are estimates, as payments will reflect actual usage. This RFP illustrates the government's commitment to efficiently acquiring essential equipment for military commissaries while ensuring compliance with budgeting and operational standards.
    The document outlines a solicitation, numbered HQC005-24-Q-0016, for the rental of refrigerated and freezer trailers for commissary stores during the holiday season (October 2024 – September 2025). This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is a Total Small Business set-aside under NAICS code 532120, with a small business size standard of $47 million. Contractors must comply with installation access requirements and submit quotes for specific locations, which could be awarded individually or collectively based on the lowest prices. The document emphasizes that all aspects of the requirement should be fulfilled by each quoter for the proposed locations. Quotes must include required certifications and be submitted electronically by September 13, 2024. Additional contractual terms and conditions, including several Federal Acquisition Regulations clauses, are referenced to ensure compliance. The summary also states that all interested parties must monitor Contract Opportunities for updates about this solicitation. The primary aim is to facilitate the procurement of essential rental services for the Department of Defense.
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