Local Drayage Services (Schedule III)
ID: FA527025R0003Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5270 18 CONS PKAPO, AP, 96368-5199, USA

NAICS

General Freight Trucking, Local (484110)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: OTHER (V119)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified contractors to provide Local Drayage Services at Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan. The procurement aims to identify contractors capable of transporting personal property for DoD personnel, which includes services such as packing, crating, loading, unloading, and ensuring safety compliance. This initiative is crucial for the efficient handling of military personnel's property, supporting operational readiness and compliance with regulatory standards. Interested contractors are invited to submit their capabilities and past performance information by December 24, 2024, and may contact Keigo Miyagi at keigo.miyagi.jp@us.af.mil or Justin K. Townsend at justin.townsend.2@us.af.mil for further details.

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    The document outlines the Performance-Based Work Statement (PWS) for Local Drayage Services at the U.S. military installation in Okinawa, Japan, scheduled for fiscal year 2026. It details the scope of work required from contractors, including the provision of personnel, equipment, and materials for moving personal property of Department of Defense personnel. Key services include conducting premove surveys, weighing shipments, packing, unloading, and unpacking, with strict compliance to safety, timing, and documentation standards. The contractor is responsible for proper cargo insurance and the timely return of required documentation, while also managing viable facilities and equipment throughout the contract duration. Additionally, the document specifies the requirements for claims processing in case of loss or damage, dictating timelines and liability limits for replacement value. Overall, this PWS ensures efficient and compliant local drayage services to support military operations while adhering to regulatory frameworks.
    The 18th Contracting Squadron has issued a Sources Sought Notice (FA527025R0003) to identify qualified contractors capable of providing Local Drayage Services for Department of Defense (DoD) personnel. This announcement serves as market research and does not constitute a solicitation; no contracts will be awarded based solely on responses. The service requirements include transportation of personal property, packing, crating for delicate items, loading and unloading, site preparation, documentation, safety compliance, and customer service. Contractors are invited to submit their capabilities, including past performance related to similar services, by December 24, 2024. They must provide company details, including their CAGE code and Unique Entity ID. This effort aims to assess the market's capacity to meet the Government's needs for efficient and compliant handling of DoD personnel's property.
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