CENTAM Guardian26 Line Haul HND SLV "Subject to Availability of Fund"

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for Line Haul and Custom Broker Services to support exercises within the USSOUTHCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR).

• Provide non-personal services including personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, and materials.

• Services include line haul and custom broker operations.

• Specific equipment required includes flatbeds, lowboys, Removable Goose Neck (RGN) trailers, and 10K forklifts with extended forks (at least 72 inches).

• Six (6) pressure washers (minimum 90 PSI) are required for agricultural cleaning and customs inspection.

• Coordinate with Soto Cano Air Base, JTF-B J-4 for entry passes and documentation.

• Pick up and deliver containers and equipment between 0700 and 1700 hrs.

• Services are to be performed in El Salvador.

• Work Schedule: Available seven (7) days a week, except for Government-closed facilities.

• Base Access: Contractor must gain access to Soto Cano Air Base through J4 for passes.

• Line-haul Service: Must be uninterrupted, with backup vehicles available within 4 hours of a breakdown.

• Status Reports: Provide COR status reports every four (4) hours and at the end of each day.

• Accidents/Incidents: Report immediately within 1 hour.

• Customs Clearance: All cargo must be customs cleared by the contractor's broker before movement.

• Documentation: Complete import/export documents for Honduras and El Salvador.

• Vehicles: Must be in good mechanical condition, not more than 10 years old (unless approved), and compliant with local regulations.

• Drivers: Must be licensed, capable, have a safe driving record, and be free of alcohol/drugs.

• Appearance: Drivers must maintain a neat appearance.

• Insurance: Full coverage insurance for drivers and vehicles is required.

• Period of Performance: April 7 to May 15, 2026.

• Place of Performance: El Salvador.

• Background Checks: Required for all contractor and subcontractor employees.

• Key Personnel: A contract manager and alternate must be designated within 7 days of award.

• Language Proficiency: Key personnel must read, speak, and write English at a minimum Level II proficiency.

• Information Assurance: Adhere to NIST SP 800-171 security requirements for transmitting information.

• Safety: Comply with Federal, State, and Host Nation safety laws and regulations.

• Customs Broker: Must be licensed in Honduras and El Salvador, and coordinate closely with J4, COR, and KO.

• Equipment Cleaning: Equipment must be 100% free of pest infestations, soil, and dirt before loading.

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for line haul and custom services to support exercises within the USSOUTHCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR).

• Provide non-personal services including personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, and materials.
• Services include line haul and custom broker functions.
• Specific equipment required includes flatbeds, lowboys, Removable Goose Neck (RGN) trailers, and 10K forklifts with extended forks (at least 72 inches).
• Six (6) pressure washers (minimum 90 PSI) are required for agricultural cleaning and inspection.
• Coordinate with Soto Cano AB, JTF-B J-4 for entry passes and documentation.
• Pick up and deliver containers and equipment between 0700 and 1700 hrs.
• Services are to be performed in El Salvador.

April 7, 2026, to May 15, 2026.

• Line Haul Services: Available 7 days a week, with backup vehicles within 4 hours for breakdowns. Status reports to COR every 4 hours and end of day.

• Customs Clearance: Broker must complete import/export documents for Honduras and El Salvador. Documentation to be completed 4 weeks prior to line haul execution. Coordination with J4 at Soto Cano AB is required.

• Vehicles & Drivers: Vehicles must be no more than 10 years old (unless approved), in good mechanical condition, and compliant with local regulations. Drivers must have a safe driving record, be licensed and insured, and present a neat appearance. Drivers must be free of alcohol/drugs 8 hours prior to and during duty.

• Insurance: Full coverage insurance for drivers and vehicles as required by Honduran/El Salvador law and FAR clause 52.228-8.

• Background Checks: Contractor employees must undergo background checks. Information on checks must be available to KO/COR within 10 days of request.

• Key Personnel: A Contract Manager and Alternate Contract Manager are required, fluent in English (minimum Level II proficiency).

• Safety: Compliance with FAR 52.236-13 (Accident Prevention) and applicable Host Nation safety laws and regulations. Safety notifications for Honduras are required.

• Information Assurance: Adherence to NIST SP 800-171 for transmitting government documents.

• Anticipated contract type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Compliance with US and Host Nation laws and regulations.

• Coordination with Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and Contracting Officer (KO).

• Specific requirements for vehicle and equipment maintenance, cleaning, and inspection.

• Defense Base Act (DBA) insurance is mandatory.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (Solicitation Number: W912QM26QA0050002) for "CG26 Line Haul Service Subject to Availability of Funds". The government is procuring line haul services, border customs services (including a pressure wash system), and DBA insurance.

• Line Haul Service, Round Trip: Includes transportation of supplies, materials, equipment, and containers. Specific routes mentioned include SCAB, HND to Ilopango, and Ilopango to La Union and Chalatenango.

• Border Customs (Pressure Wash System): Service related to border customs procedures.

• Border Customs (Customs Procedures): Service related to customs procedures.

• DBA Insurance: Required insurance coverage.

• Personnel and Equipment: Contractor shall provide all necessary personnel, equipment (including flatbeds, lowboys, RGN, 10K forklift with extended forks), tools, materials, and supervision.

• Coordination: Contractor must coordinate with Soto Cano AB, JTF-B J-4 for entry passes and documentation.

• Contract Type: Not explicitly stated, but pricing arrangements are "Firm Fixed Price" for all listed items.

• Period of Performance: Generally from April 7, 2026, to May 15, 2026, for most line items.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Offer Due Date: March 2, 2026, 12:00 PM.

• Evaluation Approach: The government will award a contract to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous, considering price and other factors. The evaluation will be based on a "Price and other factors" method, prioritizing the lowest-priced quote that is technically acceptable.

• Evaluation Factors (in order of importance):

  1. Price: Fairness, reasonableness, and balance.
  2. Technical Plan: Must demonstrate how all SOW requirements will be met and rated "Acceptable".
  3. Past Performance: Minimum of one, maximum of three, relevant experience in transportation services in the Central America region, or similar experience if regional experience is unavailable.

• Award: Award will be made to the offeror with the lowest-priced quote that also receives an "Acceptable" rating for its technical plan. No trade-offs between price and technical merit are permitted.

• The acquisition is marked as "UNRESTRICTED".

• NAICS Code: 484121 (General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance, Truckload).

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, covering areas such as payment, labor standards, representations and certifications, and contract terms.

• Payment will be made via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

• The document is 74 pages long and contains detailed contract clauses and provisions.