Ankara Bus Services
ID: FA568525QB003Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5685 39 CONS LGCAPO, AE, 09824-0127, USA

NAICS

Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services (541614)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRAVEL/LODGING/RECRUITMENT: MOTOR PASSENGER (V212)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 24, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 24, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 24, 2025, 10:30 AM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking proposals for bus services in Ankara, Turkey, under the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for the Ankara Bus Services project. The contract requires the provision of safe and efficient transportation services for the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA), utilizing thirteen vehicles, including 21-passenger and 28-passenger minibuses, to support daily commutes, special needs transport, and extracurricular activities. This initiative is crucial for ensuring reliable educational support and safe transit for military families' children, adhering to federal standards in an international context. Interested vendors located within Turkey must submit their proposals in a single PDF format by April 24, 2025, and can contact Lucas Gross at lucas.gross.2@us.af.mil or Veronica Baptista at veronica.batista_velez@us.af.mil for further information.

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Mar 24, 2025, 10:05 AM UTC
The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for providing safe and efficient student transportation services for the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) in Ankara, Turkey. The contract provider must deliver transportation using thirteen vehicles, including specific minibuses, to facilitate daily commutes, special needs transport, and extracurricular activities. Safety and compliance with local laws are paramount; vehicles must meet Host Nation standards, and the contracting staff must possess relevant training and certifications, including first aid and background checks. The document details government responsibilities, including route management and ensuring the safety of students during transport. The contractor is required to have a responsive management structure, maintain quality control, and address performance discrepancies through a structured reporting system. The PWS emphasizes a commitment to safety, secure communication protocols, and a thorough quality assurance plan for ongoing service evaluation. This comprehensive approach reflects the DoDEA’s mission to provide military families' children with reliable educational support and safe transit, adhering to federal standards in an international context.
Mar 24, 2025, 10:05 AM UTC
The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the Ankara Bus Services project being issued by Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, under RFQ number FY25-FA568525QB002. It highlights that proposals are invited for bus services, specifying a Firm Fixed Price Contract awarded based on price reasonableness. The acquisition utilizes various provisions and clauses as per the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines. Key procurement details include the requirement for specific vehicle types, such as 21-passenger and 28-passenger minibuses, and qualifications for personnel, particularly language proficiency for contract managers and safety attendants. Proposals must be submitted in a single PDF format, including required vehicle specifications and personnel lists, by April 24, 2025. The document stipulates that the award may consider multiple offers and that participants must register in the System for Award Management (SAM). The RFQ also mentions potential cancellation if funding is not available and the government’s obligation to not reimburse costs incurred by bidders if the solicitation is canceled. Overall, this solicitation emphasizes compliance with established regulatory guidelines, highlighting the government's commitment to ensuring quality service through a competitive bidding process.
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