Emergency Air Transportation Services
ID: 12639525Q0086Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICEMRPBS MINNEAPOLIS MNMINNEAPOLIS, MN, 55401, USA

NAICS

Couriers and Express Delivery Services (492110)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: AIR FREIGHT (V111)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ddd2affa58724fdab6c98a5586791e0c/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 18, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 22, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 28, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), is soliciting proposals for emergency air transportation services to support the National Veterinary Stockpile in response to animal disease outbreaks. This procurement involves a fixed-price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract set aside for small businesses, requiring vendors to provide comprehensive quotes that include pricing schedules and proof of SAM registration. The services are critical for ensuring the rapid and secure transport of materials, including temperature-sensitive and hazardous items, while adhering to strict safety and regulatory standards. Interested contractors must acknowledge the solicitation amendment and submit their proposals by April 28, 2025, at 1 PM EST, with inquiries directed to Linda Washington at linda.w.washington@usda.gov or by phone at 301-357-4973.

Point(s) of Contact
Linda Washington
(301) 357-4973
linda.w.washington@usda.gov
Files
Title
Posted
12639525Q0086.pdf
Apr 22, 2025, 10:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) issued by the USDA’s Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) for emergency air transportation services related to animal disease outbreaks. The contract is structured as a Firm Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) for five years and set aside for small businesses. It includes detailed requirements for the transportation of materials vital to the National Veterinary Stockpile, which responds to potential animal disease threats. Vendors are instructed to provide complete quotes, including a signed SF 1449 form, pricing schedules, and proof of SAM registration. Transportation services may include expedited delivery, temperature-sensitive materials, hazardous materials, and heavy equipment, all requiring compliance with stringent safety and regulatory standards. The contractor will be responsible for real-time monitoring of shipments, offering 24/7 service with capacity for rapid response during emergencies. The document emphasizes the need for compliance with various transportation regulations, insurance requirements, and the ability to ensure the security of all shipped goods. Additionally, the contractor must maintain effective communication with government officials and perform under performance testing during emergency scenarios. This contract is significant for ensuring preparedness against animal health crises.
12639525Q0086 Amd1.pdf
Apr 22, 2025, 10:05 PM UTC
The document outlines the procedures for acknowledging an amendment to a solicitation and details regarding submission changes for government contracts. Offers must confirm receipt of this amendment before the specified deadline using defined methods, such as completing designated items or via a separate communication. Failure to acknowledge on time may lead to the rejection of proposals. Key points include the ability for contractors to modify existing offers through communication prior to the deadline, the requirement for vendors to provide pricing for all line items, and stipulations regarding air transportation subcontracting. Furthermore, the contractors must prepare items for shipment and provide aircraft support to USDA operations around the clock. The document also emphasizes that contractors must submit a formal subcontracting plan, ensuring compliance with established regulations. Overall, the document serves as a crucial communication piece for contractors engaging with federal solicitation processes, reinforcing the importance of adherence to protocol and timelines.
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