All Ports Turkey S&RTS

Synopsis of Award

• Awardee: S & D Global Transportation & Logistics GMBH (S&D)

• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity, fixed-priced

• Contract Number: HTC71126DE127

• Award Date: April 14, 2026

• Award Value: $16,392,427.91

• Services: Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services

• Location: All ports in Turkey

• Solicitation: HTC71126RE122

• Start Date: June 01, 2026

• End Date: May 31, 2031

• Expected Completion: May 31, 2031

• Acquisition Type: Competitive

• Contracting Activity: U.S. Transportation Command, Directorate of Acquisition, 508 Scott Drive, Scott AFB, IL

Amendment / Modification

This amendment extends the proposal due date for the solicitation.

• The due date for proposals has been extended.

• The proposal due date is now 03 December 2025 at 0600 CST. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document consolidates questions and answers from potential offerors regarding the "All Ports Turkey S&RTS" (Solicitation Number: HTC71126RE122) and the "APT" opportunity, aiming to clarify requirements and ensure a common understanding among bidders.

• Port Operations (APT Solicitation):
  • Cargo quantities for each port are provided in the SOR. ARTRANs does not provide average port calls.
  • Average vessel stay is 72 hours; port missions range from 5 to 20 days on average.
  • Estimated services, equipment, and labor for the next five years are in the SOR.
  • Included ports are specified in the PWS and SOR; no additional ports are expected.
  • Simultaneous multi-port operations may be required.
  • Port tariffs must be included in commodity rates by the contractor and will not be reimbursed separately.
  • All commodity rates must include labor, equipment, and port handling/tariff costs. Taxes are to be included and will not be paid separately.
• **System Requirements (APT Opportunity):
  • Integration: The APT system must integrate seamlessly with the current network architecture without significant hardware upgrades.
  • Data Migration: All data must be migrated securely and encrypted, with a detailed plan required in the proposal.
  • Training: Comprehensive training for end-users and administrators is mandatory.
  • Performance Metrics: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) will focus on response times and data accuracy.
  • Security: Compliance with federal security standards and regulations is required, with a detailed security plan needed.
  • Data Throughput: Peak throughput of 10,000 transactions per second, average of 5,000.
  • Cybersecurity Standards: Compliance with NIST SP 800-53, Revision 5, at the moderate impact level is required.
  • Technology Stack: Preference for open-source technologies (e.g., Python, Java) supporting scalability and maintainability.
  • Deployment Timeline: Initial deployment expected within 12 months of contract award.
  • Legacy System Integration: Must integrate with "Legacy Data Repository" (LDR) and "User Authentication Service" (UAS).
  • Technical Proposal Detail: Must include detailed approach, methodologies, staffing, and innovations, referencing Section C.2.1.
  • Period of Performance: Base year with four (4) one-year options (Section B.1).
  • Alternative Solutions: Permissible if they meet or exceed performance requirements and are clearly justified.
• Submission Details:
  • Proposal submission deadline is 5:00 PM Eastern Time on the specified date.
  • Past performance references must be in PDF format with contact information.

These clarifications do not alter the original submission deadline or fundamental requirements. However, offerors must incorporate these details into their proposals, particularly concerning pricing, operational scope, system integration, data security, performance metrics, and technical approach. The deadline for submitting questions was November 15, 2025.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding Solicitation HTC71126RE122 for All Ports Turkey S&RTS, updated on 24 November 2025.

• Port Operations: The government does not provide average port calls; cargo quantities are available on the SOR. Average vessel stay is 72 hours, with port missions ranging from 5-20 days.

• Historical Data: Specific historical data for operations per port is not available, but estimated services, equipment, and labor for the next five years are provided in the SOR.

• Turkish Ports: Ports are specified in the PWS and SOR; no additional ports are anticipated at this time.

• Multi-Port Operations: Simultaneous support at multiple ports is not a common occurrence but may be required for DoD cargo movements.

• Port Tariffs: Port tariffs must be included in the commodity rates; they will not be reimbursed separately by the government.

• Cargo Handling Costs: Taxes paid for handling and movement of USG cargo are to be included in the commodity rates. ARTRANS will not pay these items separately.

• Aircraft Dimensions: The "aircraft" listed refers to various United States Army helicopters that are completely assembled in sealift configuration. Specific dimensions are not detailed in this Q&A.

• The solicitation deadline remains 01 December 2025 at 0600 CST; it will not be extended due to the upcoming holiday.

• The Q&A responses are posted and available.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks proposals for Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) at "All Ports Turkey." The contract will be an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a base period and an option to extend services.

• The primary deliverable is Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) as detailed in Attachment 1, Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Billing will be in accordance with Attachment 2, Schedule of Rates (SOR).

• A Mission Essential Plan (Attachment 3) is required, detailing how essential contractor services will be maintained during crisis situations.

• The contractor must also complete and submit the Technical Worksheet (Attachment 5) and the RFP Information and General Compliance Worksheet (Attachment 4).

• Period of Performance: Base period from 01 June 2026 through 31 May 2031.

• Option to Extend Services: A six-month extension is available from 01 June 2031 through 30 November 2031.

• Minimum Order Value: $2,500.00 for the first twelve (12) months of contract performance.

• Maximum Contract Value: Total contract award amount plus a 25% increase.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Proposal Due Date: 01 December 2025, 0600 Central Time (CT).

• Submission Method: Proposals must be submitted via email to the POCs listed in the solicitation.

• Evaluation Basis: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Evaluation Factors:

  1. Technical Proposal (Attachments 3 & 5) - Acceptable/Unacceptable.
  2. Price Proposal/Schedule of Rates (Attachment 2) - Fair and Reasonable/Not Fair and Reasonable.

• Proposals must be in English and Adobe PDF format, with the price proposal in Microsoft Excel format (.xlsx).

• A minimum of 180 calendar days for acceptance of offers is required.

• The acquisition is listed as "Unrestricted."

• NAICS Code: 488320 (Marine Cargo Handling).

• Size Standard: $47,000,000.00.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses by reference. Offerors are responsible for reviewing and complying with all applicable clauses.

• Specific instructions regarding proposal format, page limits, and submission are detailed in the "Instructions, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters" section.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 3 - Mission Essential Plan," requires offerors to submit a plan detailing how they will continue performing essential contractor services during a crisis, as mandated by DFARS 252.237-7024. This plan is crucial for ensuring continuity of operations.

• Submission Requirement: Offerors must describe their plan for continuing essential contractor services detailed in Attachment 1 (Performance Work Statement), Section 4.26, during a crisis.
• Specificity: Plans must be specific to the ports covered by the requirement.
• Page Limit: The written response is limited to 5 pages, including all narrative, descriptive content, appendices, annexes, figures, and tables. Content exceeding this limit will be removed.
• Consequences of Non-Compliance: Failure to complete this document in its entirety may result in an Offeror being ineligible for award.
• Evaluation: The Government will evaluate the plan for soundness and its addressal of DFARS 252.237-7024 elements. An "unacceptable" rating on any question will result in an overall "unacceptable" subfactor rating.
• Plan Components: The plan must address:
  • Provisions for acquiring essential personnel and resources for up to 30 days or until normal operations resume.
  • Challenges during extended events (e.g., pandemics).
  • Time lapse between acquisition initiation and personnel/resource availability.
  • Components, processes, and requirements for identifying, training, and preparing personnel for relocation or remote work.
  • Alert and notification procedures for mobilizing essential personnel.
  • Approach for communicating crisis roles and responsibilities to employees.

This attachment is critical for proposal submission. Offerors must develop and submit a comprehensive Mission Essential Plan that meets all specified requirements and page limitations. Failure to do so can lead to ineligibility for award. The plan's content will be evaluated for its soundness and ability to ensure service continuity during crises.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) for the U.S. Military's import and export of Defense Transportation System (DTS) sponsored cargo at designated seaports in Turkey.

• Provides comprehensive management of U.S. Military cargo, including containers, vehicles, and breakbulk cargo, through all designated Turkish seaports (commercial and military).

• Encompasses operational tasks such as vessel and military/commercial truck/rail loading and discharging, port reception and disposition, cargo management (staging, prepping, onward movement), intra-port transfers, cargo documentation (Checking & Tallying), customs clearance, and warehousing/storage of government-provided dunnage and tiedown materials.

• Requires the contractor to provide physical security, facilities, storage/staging, office space, office supplies, and documentation/reports for port operation expenses and reconciliation.

• Services must be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, with the capability to work multiple vessels and decks simultaneously.

• Performance will be measured against objectives outlined in the Contractor Performance Requirements Summary (CPRS).

• Specific productivity levels for various vessel types and operations are detailed in Table 3, including minimum pieces per hour for discharge and load operations.

• Key performance areas include timely task order reconciliation, timely reporting, timely operations (start and completion), environmental spill prevention, and cargo free from damage, loss, or pilferage.

• Services are to be performed at all designated seaports in Turkey.

• The PWS covers the full spectrum of stevedoring/longshoring services for handling Department of War (DOW) exported and imported cargo.

• Security: Personnel must meet U.S. Government guidelines for foreign national employment screening. Work is UNCLASSIFIED. Personnel will not require access to NIPRNet. Enhanced force protection measures are required. Specific security requirements for ports are detailed in Section 6.2.

• Safety: Contractor must comply with NATO Status of Forces Act, U.S. law, national law of the host country, and international law (IMDG). A comprehensive safety program must be established within 5 days of award. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is mandatory. Accident prevention and reporting procedures are detailed.

• Personnel: Contractor must provide a dedicated, English-proficient Point of Contact (POC) with decision-making authority. Personnel must possess valid driver's licenses and work permits for Turkey.

• Environmental: An Emergency Response Plan (ERP) must be provided within 5 days of award, outlining procedures for HAZMAT cleanup and petroleum, oils, and lubricants (POL) spills. A Spill Contingency and Response Plan (SCRP) is also required.

• Documentation: All reports and documentation must be submitted in English and be accurate and verified.

• Contract Administration: Includes port licensing and permits, adherence to labor rules and port tariffs, and provision of contract managers.

• Ordering Services: Services will be ordered via a Task Order (TO) system. Specific procedures for ordering and cancellation are detailed.

• Commodity Rates: Pricing is based on "individual MSL labeled piece" or "Measurement Ton (MTON)" as defined in the Schedule of Rates (SOR).

• CFE/MHE: Contractor must provide all necessary equipment, including specialized items for handling various cargo types and hazardous materials.

• Customs and Agricultural Inspection: Contractor shall provide labor and equipment to support these inspections.

• Deliverables: Include Safety Management Program/Hazard Analysis, Accident Prevention/Safety Program, PPE Safety Hazard Analysis, Contractor Safety Briefings, and Reportable Incidents/Accidents/Damage reports.

• Foreign Entity Vetting: Semi-annual reports are required for first-tier foreign transportation service providers.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel spreadsheet containing a schedule of rates for stevedoring and related terminal services. It is intended for offerors to input their proposed unit rates.

• Offeror Name: To be entered in cell C1.
• Unit Rates: To be entered in all yellow-highlighted cells in the "Schedule" sheet. Enter '0' if no price is offered for a specific item.
• Period of Performance: The spreadsheet applies proposed rates to the entire period of performance, including options and extensions.
• Total Evaluated Price: This is automatically calculated based on the input unit prices.
• Port Locations: Rates are detailed for various port locations, categorized into sets: İSKENDERUN (LIMAK) & MERSIN (MIP) (Commercial Ports Set 1), TEKIRDAG & BANDIRMA (CELEBI) & TASUCU & SAMSUN (Commercial Ports Set 2), IZMIR & HAYDARPASA (Commercial Ports Set 3), and AGALAR (Military Port).
• Detailed Schedules: Each port set includes detailed line items for various services such as LOAD VESSEL, LASHING ONLY, DISCHARGE VESSEL, UNLASHING ONLY, LOAD/DISCHARGE RAIL, LOAD/DISCHARGE TRUCKS, RECEPTION, DISPOSITION, STUFFING/UNSTUFFING, INTRA PORT TRANSFER, EXTRA LABOR, DETENTION, OVERTIME DIFFERENTIALS, MINIMUM TIME, EQUIPMENT, STORAGE, FACILITIES, MISCELLANEOUS, INLAND TRANSPORTATION, and 3PL SERVICES.

This document is critical for potential bidders to understand the pricing structure and to input their proposed rates for the services required. It directly impacts the calculation of the Total Evaluated Price and is essential for preparing a compliant and competitive proposal.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, Attachment 4, serves as a worksheet for bidders to provide essential information and confirm compliance with requirements for Solicitation HTC71126RE122, "Stevedoring & Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) All Ports Turkey." It guides offerors in submitting necessary details for their proposals.

• Company Information: Requires bidders to provide their Company Name, Address, Telephone Number, Email Address, Business Size (NAICS 488320), CAGE Code, SAM Number, Tax Identification Number, IBAN/SWIFT Code, and Remittance Address (if different and registered in SAM).
• Point of Contact (POC): Bidders must designate Primary and Alternate POCs with their titles and contact information.
• Proposal Details: Includes fields for Prompt Payment Discount (if applicable), Date/Time of Submission, and Proposal Validity Date (minimum 180 calendar days).
• Contract Documentation Compliance: Bidders must confirm completion of action items related to SAM registration, NAICS code verification, and specific Representations and Certifications (REPS & CERTS) clauses (FAR 52.204-24, FAR 52.209-7, FAR 52.212-3, FAR 52.229-11, DFARS 252.204-7017, DFARS 252.229-7001). Notes indicate when certain clauses may not need completion if already addressed in SAM.gov.
• Ancillary Documentation: Requires confirmation of a Certification Regarding Trafficking in Persons (CTIP) Compliance Plan submission as per FAR 52.222-56.
• Technical Proposal: Bidders must confirm submission of Attachment 5, Technical Worksheet (max 20 pages), and Attachment 3, Mission Essential Plan (max 5 pages).
• Price Proposal: Requires confirmation of submission of Attachment 2, Schedule of Rates (SOR), ensuring unit prices are free of formulas, limited to two decimal places, and completed for all quantities.
• Acknowledgments: Bidders must complete specific blocks on the SF1449 (Blocks 12, 17a, 30a, 30b, 30c, 17b if applicable) and return it signed and dated. They must also complete Blocks 8, 15a, and 15b on each SF30 submitted.

This worksheet is critical for bidders to ensure they provide all required company, contact, and compliance information accurately. Completing it correctly is essential for proposal acceptance and evaluation, covering aspects from basic registration to specific FAR/DFARS clauses and required attachments like the Technical Worksheet, Mission Essential Plan, and Schedule of Rates.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 5 - Technical Worksheet," is a required form for Offerors responding to Request for Proposal HTC71126RE122. It requires bidders to provide detailed responses demonstrating their ability to meet the requirements outlined in Attachment 1, the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

Offerors must provide substantive responses to the following sections:

• Labor: Describe the company's ability to provide qualified labor for port support, including flexibility for start times, multiple work sites, 24/7 operations, and maintaining a qualified driver pool for USG vehicles.

• Equipment: Detail the capability to secure, provide, and safely use Material Handling Equipment (MHE), cargo-moving gear for all classes of cargo, ramps up to 70 Ton capacity, and heavy tow equipment up to 150,000 Lbs. Include plans for equipment maintenance.

• Certifications/Port Access:

  • HAZMAT Certifications: Provide proof of current certification or a self-certified letter for at least two personnel trained in handling Hazardous Material per CFR Title 49.
  • Port Access: Submit proof of a valid business license or work permit from the Host Nation to legally work at all specified commercial and military ports.

• Basis for Response: All responses must be based on the PWS (Attachment 1).

• Evaluation: Responses will be evaluated for their clarity and convincing rationale in demonstrating how minimum PWS requirements will be met. Merely restating requirements is unacceptable.

• Page Limit: The written technical response within this worksheet is limited to 20 pages, excluding specific items like cover sheets, tables of contents, MHE photos, HAZMAT certifications, signed self-certified letters, business licenses, and work permits.

• Completeness: Failure to complete this document and attach requested documents may result in ineligibility for award.

• Rating: An "unacceptable" rating on any question will result in an overall "unacceptable" Technical Worksheet rating.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This synopsis notifies interested parties of the United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) Acquisition (AQ) office's intent to issue a solicitation for Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) at All Ports Turkey. The government plans to award a single, fixed-rate schedule Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.

• Services: Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services (S&RTS).

• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with a fixed-rate schedule.

• Period of Performance: 01 June 2026 through 31 May 2031.

• Includes FAR clause 52.217-8, Option to Extend Services.

• Contract Type: IDIQ.

• Period of Performance: 01 June 2026 - 31 May 2031.

• Acquisition conducted under FAR Part 15 (Contracting by Negotiation) and FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items).

• Proposals will be evaluated using factors identified in the Request for Proposal (RFP).

• Award will be made on the basis of Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Noncompliance may lead to proposal elimination.

• RFP expected to be available on SAM.gov on or about 01 November 2025.

• Not specified in this synopsis.

• No hardcopies of the solicitation will be issued.

• All responsible sources are encouraged to submit a proposal.

• Points of Contact: Connor Breyer (Contract Specialist) and Cassandra Range (Contracting Officer).