CHARTER BUS SERVICES FOR NAVFAC MID-ATLANTIC HAMPTON ROADS AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (AOR), SOUTHEAST AND NORTHEAST CLIENT BASE LOCATIONS AND OTHER AORS

SOL #: N4008526B0005Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Dept Of Defense

Dept Of The Navy

NAVFACSYSCOM MID-ATLANTIC

NORFOLK, VA, 23511-0395, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Charter Bus Industry (485510)

PSC

Lease Or Rental Of Equipment: Ground Effect Vehicles, Motor Vehicles, Trailers, And Cycles (W023)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b96199bac6be4c79b5f0c48084c1ab41/view

Timeline

Posted

Jan 8, 2026

Last Updated

Mar 13, 2026

Submission Deadline

Mar 23, 2026, 7:00 PM

Qualification Details

Fit reasons

NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.

Risks

Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.

Next steps

Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.

Quick Summary

The Department of the Navy, specifically NAVFACSYSCOM MID-ATLANTIC, is soliciting bids for Charter Bus Services for the NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic Hampton Roads Area of Responsibility (AOR), Southeast and Northeast client base locations, and other AORs. This will be a Firm Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with Non-Recurring services. The opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) was posted on or about January 27, 2026, with proposals due by March 23, 2026.

Scope of Work

The contractor will provide comprehensive Charter Bus services across the entire NAVFAC Atlantic area of operation. Key requirements include:

Vehicle Specifications: Buses must be touring type, equivalent to Commercial Highway Motor Coaches, no more than ten model years old (e.g., 2011 or newer for a 2021 rental).
Capacity: Minimum 47 passengers, with the capability to provide larger capacity buses upon request.
Amenities: Buses must be equipped with reclining seats, heat, air conditioning with individual ventilation, reading lights, bathroom facilities, and free Wi-Fi.
Driver Expenses: The contractor is responsible for all expenses incurred by drivers on overnight service, including lodging, per diem, and tolls.
Compliance: The contractor's company must be listed on the Department of Defense (DoD) Approved Carrier List.

Contract & Timeline

Contract Type: Firm Fixed-price, Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with Non-Recurring services.
Period of Performance: One base year, with four one-year option periods, and one six-month period, not to exceed sixty-six (66) months.
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
Procurement Method: Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) 14 – Sealed Bidding.
IFB Posting: On or about January 27, 2026.
Proposal Due: March 23, 2026, by 7:00 PM ET.
Published Date: March 13, 2026.

Submission & Evaluation

Submission: Bids will be submitted electronically via FedMall.
Inquiries: Must be submitted in writing to Susan Roberts (susan.roberts2@navy.mil) at least 10 days prior to the RFP due date.
Payment: Acceptance of Government Purchase Credit Cards is required.
Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database to be eligible for award.

Additional Notes

This contract will replace the expiring contract N1008521D0038, which expires on April 04, 2026. Failure to register on SAM will make an offeror ineligible for award.