White House Transportation Agency (WHTA) Automobile Detailing Services
ID: W91QV125R0011Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT BELVOIRFORT BELVOIR, VA, 22060-5116, USA

NAICS

Car Washes (811192)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- GROUND EFFECT VEHICLES, MOTOR VEHICLES, TRAILERS, AND CYCLES (J023)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the White House Transportation Agency (WHTA), is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses to provide mobile automobile detailing services for its fleet, which includes full-size SUVs, vans, and shuttle buses. The contractor will be responsible for performing thorough detailing services twice a year, including exterior washes, interior cleaning, and engine compartment cleaning, with the contract set to commence on January 21, 2025, and extend through January 2028, encompassing a base year and two optional years. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the fleet used for transporting senior White House staff and dignitaries, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and reliability. Interested parties must submit their proposals by the specified deadlines, and inquiries can be directed to Neal Oakman at neal.e.oakman.civ@army.mil or Kenneth L. Lutes at kenneth.l.lutes.civ@army.mil.

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    The document outlines a combined synopsis/solicitation for automotive detailing services by the White House Transportation Agency (WHTA). It specifies a total small business set-aside with a NAICS code of 811192, encompassing a Firm Fixed Price contract for detailing full-size SUVs, Vans, and Shuttle Buses. Interested small businesses are encouraged to submit proposals, adhering to guidelines in the attached solicitation document W91QV1-25-R-0011. The contract includes a 12-month base period and two optional one-year extensions. The WHTA provides transportation for senior White House staff and dignitaries, necessitating reliable vehicle detailing services twice a year. Offerors must submit proposals and related inquiries by specified deadlines, with all contractors required to register in the System for Award Management. The Government retains the right to cancel the solicitation at any time without reimbursement obligations for prospective offerors. Key contact individuals are provided for further inquiries about the solicitation. This request reflects government efforts to maintain high standards in transportation services for official business, emphasizing small business participation in federal contracts.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the United States Army Transportation Agency for mobile auto detailing services for its fleet, which includes SUVs, vans, and shuttle buses. The contract is set to commence on January 21, 2025, with performance specifications defined for a base year and two option years extending through January 2028. The service requirements involve thorough detailing every six months, including exterior washes, interior cleaning, and engine compartment cleaning. The contractor is expected to provide all necessary equipment and maintain a robust quality control program. Technical proposals will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis, assessing the contractor's ability to meet the RFP requirements, with pricing evaluated separately for fairness and reasonableness. The proposal structure requires a cover letter, completed SF 1449 form, and separate technical and price proposals. The Government's intent is to award a firm fixed-price contract using the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method, ensuring compliance with federal procurement standards. This initiative emphasizes quality service and cost-effectiveness, reflecting the government's commitment to maintaining its fleet in optimal condition.
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