Railroad car movement and switching
ID: W911N225RDR06Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK LAD CONTR OFFCHAMBERSBURG, PA, 17201-4150, USA

NAICS

Support Activities for Rail Transportation (488210)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: RAIL FREIGHT (V113)

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https://sam.gov/opp/3ad98d880eda4b29903d5806cfeb27ee/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command at Letterkenny Contracting Office, is seeking sources for railroad car movement and switching services at the Letterkenny Munitions Center in Pennsylvania. The objective is to identify qualified contractors capable of moving, staging, and removing various railroad cars as designated by the Government, which is essential for the efficient shipping of items. This market research will inform the procurement method, which may lead to a set-aside for small businesses or full and open competition. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by January 15, 2024, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time, to Danielle Rhone at danielle.r.rhone.civ@army.mil, ensuring they meet all licensing and certification requirements for railroad operations.

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    Danielle Rhone
    (717) 267-8480
    danielle.r.rhone.civ@army.mil
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