Charter Buses for Japanese Soldiers
ID: W911SG25QA010Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT BLISSFORT BLISS, TX, 79916-6812, USA

NAICS

Charter Bus Industry (485510)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRAVEL/LODGING/RECRUITMENT: PASSENGER MOTOR CHARTER (V222)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 21, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 7, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 19, 2025, 7:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking a contractor to provide charter bus services for Japanese soldiers traveling between El Paso International Airport and Fort Bliss, Texas. The contract requires the provision of one to four 55-passenger charter bus trips per day, with a total of up to 100 trips annually, to accommodate personnel and baggage. This service is crucial for ensuring reliable transportation for military personnel, supporting operational efficiency and logistical needs. Interested Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) must submit their proposals electronically, with the contract period beginning on May 1, 2025, and a total budget estimated at approximately $19 million. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Keilani Maka at keilani.m.maka.mil@army.mil or Tamika Williams at tamika.l.williams32.mil@army.mil.

Files
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Posted
Apr 7, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The document serves as an updated arrival and departure schedule for transportation services related to visitors arriving at and departing from Fort Bliss, associated with a project classified under the UT&C Division. The schedule spans from August 9, 2022, to December 8, 2022, detailing specific dates, times, and logistics for pickups at the airport and drop-offs at Fort Bliss. Each entry specifies the arrival or departure time, number of persons, the number of buses required, and the relevant invoice classification numbers (CLINs). The document indicates a structured transportation plan aimed at efficiently managing the logistics for multiple groups, which likely corresponds with government contracts or requests for proposals (RFPs) related to supporting military or diplomatic personnel. Overall, the detailed schedule reflects the operational aspects of coordinating transportation services while ensuring compliance with government regulations and efficiency in personnel movement to and from Fort Bliss.
Apr 7, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines a contract for non-personal Bus Services between Fort Bliss and El Paso International Airport. The Contractor is tasked with providing all necessary personnel, equipment, and operational support for transportation of military personnel and baggage, with services required to be scheduled for one to four 55-passenger charters daily. The contract period runs from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026, with an optional three-year extension. Key responsibilities include maintaining bus cleanliness, ensuring timely pickup 20 minutes prior to scheduled arrivals, and performing routine maintenance. Safety and security protocols must be adhered to, including Antiterrorism training for all employees. The Contractor is liable for any damage incurred during service performance and must comply with all relevant federal, state, and local laws. The Government will oversee contract performance through a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP), ensuring compliance with specified service standards, with corrective action plans enacted for deficiencies. The provision requires that all Contractor employees are properly trained, licensed, and presentable, highlighting the importance of professionalism and safety throughout the service period. Overall, the document emphasizes accountability, quality service delivery, and strict adherence to guidelines for successful contract fulfillment.
The document outlines the Q&A from an RFP regarding a charter bus service contract associated with emergency transportation needs in conjunction with airport operations. It specifies that the contractor must be prepared for a standby bus service to address potential breakdowns, with a replacement required within 30 minutes of notification. Payments will be processed monthly, with no initial costs covered by the government. The anticipated itinerary will be set annually, typically requiring services 2-3 days a week, and the number of buses needed can fluctuate between 1-4 depending on flight schedules. Previous contracts were under ECOLOGY MIR GROUP LLC, and the estimated travel times between El Paso International Airport and Fort Bliss are around 20 minutes. The document emphasizes that there will be no parking at the airport, and all trips will be invoiced according to specified CLINs, without additional stops beyond the agreed 100 trips per year. This RFP is part of a continuing government initiative to arrange reliable charter services while managing costs and operational efficiency.
Apr 7, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a solicitation for a contract aimed at acquiring commercial products and services specifically for charter bus transportation for Japanese soldiers between El Paso airport and the Fort Bliss area. The requisition, initiated under the Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) program, has a total budget of approximately $19 million and includes the provision of 50 bus trips for two service options over three years, with the base year starting from May 1, 2025. Details of submission indicate that offers must be valid for at least 60 days, require specific pricing arrangements, and need to be delivered electronically to designated contracting officials. The document also includes various federal regulations ensuring compliance with specific labor standards, reporting requirements, and prohibitions on certain telecommunication contracts under the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). The main purpose of this RFP is to facilitate the transportation needs of military personnel while promoting participation from women-owned small businesses, thereby supporting government initiatives aimed at expanding opportunities for underrepresented businesses in federal contracting. Compliance with detailed contractual terms and federal regulations is emphasized throughout, ensuring that all safety and operational standards are met.
Apr 7, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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