Wheelchair Transportation Services
ID: N0017325Q1301234405Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORYWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA

NAICS

Special Needs Transportation (485991)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- OTHER: OTHER (V999)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/84d20c7bbfbd4019a66971a8d81139c7/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), is seeking quotations for wheelchair transportation services for an employee who uses an electric wheelchair. The service will provide round-trip transportation from the employee's residence in Great Falls, VA, to NRL in Washington, DC, three days a week, starting May 4, 2025, for a duration of one year. This procurement is crucial for ensuring accessible transportation for individuals with mobility challenges, reflecting the government's commitment to providing necessary accommodations. Interested vendors must submit their quotations via email to Katrina Gallagher at katrina.t.gallagher.civ@us.navy.mil, with a focus on compliance with the outlined specifications and requirements by the submission deadline.

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    Katrina Gallagher
    katrina.t.gallagher.civ@us.navy.mil
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    Final Updated Statement of Work for Transportation.pdf
    This Statement of Work details a transportation service requirement for an employee at the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) who uses an electric wheelchair. The agency must provide transportation from the employee's residence in Great Falls, VA, to NRL in Washington, DC, three days a week for one year, beginning May 4, 2025. The employee requires timely pickups at 8:00 a.m. for work and 5:30 p.m. for return trips, with a recommendation for the driver to be at the pickup location 10-15 minutes early. The transportation vehicle must accommodate the employee's 412-pound wheelchair, featuring either a power lift or ramp. Invoicing should be done monthly, itemizing dates of service, and cancellations less than 24 hours before a scheduled pickup may still result in billing. Additional requirements include the driver having a clean background and being a U.S. citizen, with potential background checks for facility access. The statement emphasizes punctuality, flexibility in scheduling, and necessary accommodations for the employee, reflecting the government’s commitment to accessible services.
    List of Service(s).pdf
    The document outlines a government request for proposals concerning the provision of wheelchair transportation services. Specifically, it details a requirement for round-trip transportation from the home of the client to the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) in Washington, DC, and back. The transportation is requested to be delivered over a period of 135 days, commencing on May 6, 2025, and concluding on April 30, 2026. The total service time needed is defined as 270 hours. For further information and specifications regarding the services, the document references an attached Statement of Work, which likely elaborates on operational details and requirements. This request aligns with government practices for securing essential transportation services to support individuals with mobility challenges.
    Statement of Work for Transportation.pdf
    A transportation agency is required to provide services for an employee at the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) in Washington, DC, commuting from Great Falls, VA. The agency must accommodate the employee's electric wheelchair and adhere to a schedule of pickups at 8:00 a.m. and returns at 5:30 p.m. three days a week for a year starting May 4, 2025. The employee will inform the agency of his travel dates weekly and must notify them 24 hours in advance if cancellations occur. Pickup will occur outside his home, and drop-off will be at the NRL Main Gate. The driver must be a U.S. citizen with a clean background, subject to checks if entering the NRL Visitor Center. This document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for transportation services, highlighting accessibility, scheduling, and driver qualifications, which are essential elements in providing reliable service for the employee's needs.
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