Gulfport S&RTS
ID: HTC711-24-R-R012Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEUS TRANSPORTATION COMMAND (USTRANSCOM)USTRANSCOM-AQSCOTT AFB, IL, 62225-5357, USA

NAICS

Marine Cargo Handling (488320)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: STEVEDORING (V114)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8a7b2f5cb621449584cb94dfea4f59a2/view
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    Description

    The United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) is preparing to issue a solicitation for Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) at Gulfport, Mississippi. This procurement aims to establish a single, fixed-rate Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a five-year ordering period, from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2030, with an option for a six-month extension. The services sought are critical for the efficient handling and transportation of cargo, ensuring operational readiness for military and logistical operations. Interested parties can expect the Request for Proposal (RFP) to be publicly available on SAM.gov around November 25, 2024, and inquiries should be directed to Casey D. Schuette or Douglas Otten via their respective email addresses.

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    Casey D. Schuette
    casey.d.schuette.civ@mail.mil
    Douglas Otten
    douglas.d.otten.civ@mail.mil
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    Synopsis_Gulfport.pdf
    The United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) is preparing to issue a solicitation for Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) in Gulfport, MS, under the solicitation number HTC71124RR012. This procurement will establish a single, fixed-rate Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a five-year ordering period, running from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2030, with an option for a six-month extension. The acquisition process will adhere to FAR Part 15 for Contracting by Negotiation and FAR Part 12 for Acquisition of Commercial Items, evaluating proposals based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) standard. Interested parties can expect the Request for Proposal (RFP) to be publicly available on SAM.gov around November 25, 2024. Communication for inquiries is directed to several contract specialists, with an emphasis on providing all responsible sources the opportunity to submit proposals for consideration.
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