Hurricane Evacuation Charter Buses
ID: M0026325QHURRType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDING GENERALPARRIS ISLAND, SC, 29905-9001, USA

NAICS

Charter Bus Industry (485510)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRAVEL/LODGING/RECRUITMENT: MOTOR PASSENGER (V212)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a51cad093282438099fe56d31a56814f/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Commanding General of the Department of the Navy, is seeking interested businesses to provide hurricane evacuation charter bus services for the Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) Parris Island, South Carolina, to Albany, Georgia. The procurement involves an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a base period of one year and two optional one-year extensions, aimed at transporting approximately 6,000 to 8,500 recruits during hurricane evacuations and training exercises. The contractor will be responsible for managing transportation logistics, ensuring vehicle safety, and complying with federal and state regulations, including the deployment of a Drill Instructor on each bus for safety and security. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities statements and relevant information to Andrea Learn at andrea.n.learn.civ@usmc.mil by 11:00 AM EST on February 4, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Andrea Learn
    (843) 228-3813
    andrea.n.learn.civ@usmc.mil
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    PWS - MCRDPI Hurricane Evacuation.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines requirements for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to provide hurricane evacuation services for Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island (MCRDPI) to Albany, Georgia. This contract encompasses a base period of one year with two optional extensions and includes provision for transporting up to 8,600 recruits during hurricane evacuations and training exercises. Key responsibilities include managing transportation logistics, maintaining safe and serviceable vehicles, and ensuring driver compliance with federal and state regulations. The contractor must provide environmentally controlled buses and qualified personnel while adhering to strict safety and security protocols, including deploying a Drill Instructor on each bus. Communication with government entities will be critical to coordinating evacuation schedules based on weather forecasts. Additional stipulations cover contract administration, insurance requirements, quality control, and performance evaluations, ensuring compliance with the PWS throughout the contract term. Careful monitoring and contingency planning highlight the importance of swift response and effective management in safeguarding recruits during hurricane emergencies.
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