Bus Transportation Services within Washington D.C. Area
ID: HQ003425QE038Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEWASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES (WHS)WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICESWASHINGTON, DC, 203011000, USA

NAICS

All Other Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation (485999)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: MOTOR CHARTER (V122)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 21, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 21, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 3, 2025, 3:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Washington Headquarters Services, is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses to provide bus transportation services for the William J. Perry Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies' program scheduled from May 5 to May 16, 2025. The contractor will be responsible for supplying two charter buses capable of accommodating up to 55 passengers each, ensuring transportation for a total of 105 participants between designated accommodations and event venues in the metropolitan Washington, D.C. area. This procurement is critical for supporting the logistical needs of the educational program, emphasizing the importance of reliable transportation services in facilitating the event's success. Interested vendors must submit their proposals electronically by April 3, 2025, and can contact Ali M. Beshir at ali.m.beshir.civ@mail.mil or Nathan R. Pauly at nathan.r.pauly2.civ@mail.mil for further information.

Files
Title
Posted
Mar 21, 2025, 7:07 PM UTC
The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines a non-personal services contract to provide transportation support for the William J. Perry Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies (WJPC) from May 5-16, 2025. The contractor will deliver all necessary personnel and equipment for transportation services, including two charter buses for 105 participants. Key responsibilities include ensuring experienced, licensed drivers familiar with the Washington, D.C. area, and adherence to a provided schedule with flexibility for changes. The contractor's performance will be monitored through a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) to ensure compliance with contract standards, focusing on delivering satisfactory transportation services. The PWS specifies operational parameters, including hours of service, location of performance, and compliance with security protocols within an unclassified environment. The contract is structured under a firm-fixed price, emphasizing the contractor's accountability for maintaining service quality and managing any organizational conflicts of interest. This procurement document aligns with federal standards for service contracts, aiming to support WJPC's educational objectives while ensuring efficient logistical support during the eleven-day program.
Mar 21, 2025, 7:07 PM UTC
The Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) solicitation, identified by RFP number HQ003425QE038, seeks proposals for expert transportation services during the William J. Perry Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies' program from May 5 to May 16, 2025. The primary requirement is to provide transportation between designated accommodations and the event venues in metropolitan Washington D.C. The contract is a Firm-Fixed Price type under NAICS code 485999, covering all other transit and ground passenger transportation. Interested businesses must submit their proposals electronically to specified addresses by April 3, 2025, with a low price technically acceptable (LPTA) evaluation approach. Offerors are required to include key information such as their Cage Code and DUNS Number and must comply with specific contract clauses stipulated in the Request for Quote. Evaluation will prioritize technical acceptability, whereby proposals failing to meet minimum standards may be disqualified. The process underscores the government's commitment to supporting small businesses, specifically women-owned enterprises, while fulfilling transportation needs efficiently.
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