The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Office of Inspector General (OIG), seeks a contractor to provide transportation, handling, storage, and disposal services for evidentiary property as part of its investigations. The contractor must operate nationwide, including territories like Hawaii and Puerto Rico, and ensure compliance with federal regulations, especially regarding hazardous materials. Key tasks include initial inventorying of accepted property, photographing items, obtaining appraised values when necessary, and maintaining secure storage locations approved by DOT/OIG. Monthly invoicing, annual risk management reporting, and 24/7 access for DOT/OIG personnel to their property are also required. The contractor will be responsible for any damages, maintaining liability insurance, and ensuring confidentiality of government records. The performance period for this Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) is five years, with specific call orders detailing service requirements and budget obligations. The contractor must communicate effectively with DOT/OIG and report any adverse incidents promptly. This initiative emphasizes rigorous security measures and compliance with procurement regulations to guarantee the safe management of government evidentiary materials and related resources.

The document pertains to a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Department of Transportation's Office of Inspector General (DOT OIG) concerning evidentiary property management. It outlines critical questions aimed at potential vendors regarding their capabilities in receiving, transporting, and storing items or materials. Key inquiries include the geographical scope of the vendor's operations, details about their equipment or facilities, their mobilization speed for receiving items, and certifications relevant to transporting and storing hazardous materials. The responses to these inquiries will help assess vendor qualifications for government contracts, ensuring compliance with regulations related to handling sensitive materials. Overall, the document serves to gather information necessary for making informed procurement decisions aligned with federal and local government needs.

The Department of Transportation (DOT) has issued a Sources Sought Notice regarding a potential procurement for nationwide contract support services to transport, store, and dispose of evidentiary property under U.S. Government custody. This notice seeks preliminary information from businesses capable of fulfilling these requirements as part of the Office of the Inspector General's initiative. The effort, classified under NAICS code 493110 for General Warehousing and Storage, anticipates a contract duration of five years, including a one-year base period and four optional extensions. Interested companies are invited to submit a response that includes a capability statement, identification of business size, estimated service costs, a price list, references of past performance with federal agencies from the last three years, as well as any inquiries regarding the draft Statement of Work. Responses should be limited to five pages and sent via email by January 21, 2025, with specified subject line instructions for accuracy in processing. This document outlines the foundational steps prior to a formal Request for Proposal (RFP), allowing DOT to gauge market interest and capability for the required services.