Passenger Security Services and Baggage Screening
ID: PAXSECURITYType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5613 700 CONS PKAPO, AE, 09021-3076, USA

NAICS

Security Guards and Patrol Services (561612)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PHYSICAL SECURITY AND BADGING (R430)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/52bb3936fe324238ad16abf6af075159/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking potential contractors to provide Passenger Terminal Security Services and Baggage Screening at Ramstein Air Base in Germany. The procurement aims to ensure robust security measures, including 100% screening of baggage and passengers, compliance with TSA regulations, and maintaining a secure sterile area, as outlined in the Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS). This initiative is critical for enhancing passenger safety and operational integrity at a key military installation. Interested companies must submit a capability statement and respond to a Market Research Questionnaire by January 29, 2025, to the primary contacts, Iris Laub at iris.laub.de@us.af.mil and Darrell Hafer at darrell.hafer.2@us.af.mil, as this notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Iris Laub
    iris.laub.de@us.af.mil
    Darrell Hafer
    496315366124
    darrell.hafer.2@us.af.mil
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    MRQ - Questionnaire.pdf
    The Department of the Air Force's 700th Contracting Squadron is conducting market research for a Request for Proposal (RFP) regarding Passenger Terminal Security and Baggage Screening Services. The document includes a draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) that may be revised based on feedback from potential service providers. Key inquiries to understand the capabilities of responding companies include their ability to meet the PWS requirements, provide necessary equipment and personnel, and complete specific tasks like aircraft washing within a single duty day. Additionally, the RFP seeks to ascertain if companies can deliver services in various European countries, such as Germany and the United Kingdom. Potential contractors are prompted to share their experience and capability in handling similar security and screening operations. This initiative reflects the Air Force's commitment to enhancing terminal security while establishing a competitive procurement process.
    PWS watermark.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for providing unarmed passenger terminal security and baggage screening services at the Ramstein Air Mobility Command Passenger Terminal. The contractor will manage all operations, ensuring compliance with TSA regulations, German laws, and the directives of the Air Mobility Command. Key responsibilities include 100% screening of baggage and passengers, maintaining a secure sterile area, conducting regular patrols, and carrying out anti-hijacking inspections. Personnel must receive appropriate training and demonstrate proof of citizenship and a clean conduct record. The contract emphasizes the importance of quality control, with no discrepancies tolerated in security operations. Medical and drug testing requirements are set forth to maintain operational integrity. Additionally, the contractor will be provided with government-furnished equipment, including x-ray machines and metal detectors, and must adhere to environmental management standards. Reporting on labor hours and compliance with all relevant laws and regulations is mandatory. This document serves as a comprehensive guide for the expected performance and responsibilities related to passenger terminal security, reflecting the government's commitment to safety and regulatory compliance in operational environments.
    SSN.pdf
    The Department of the Air Force's 700th Contracting Squadron has issued a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential companies capable of providing Passenger Terminal Security and Baggage Screening Services at Ramstein Air Base. This notice is informational, not a solicitation, indicating the Air Force is gathering information for future planning purposes, and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP). The anticipated contract period runs from February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027, with four additional option years available. Companies interested in participating are encouraged to submit a capability statement detailing related experience and to review the attached Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS), addressing a Market Research Questionnaire. All responses must be submitted by January 29, 2025. This initiative underscores the Air Force's proactive approach to ensuring robust passenger terminal security and screening capabilities while engaging with potential service providers in advance of formal contract solicitation.
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