Contract Delivery Service (CDS) HCR 95988 PARADISE, CA - H002, CA

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document package contains various forms and questionnaires required for potential bidders to submit as part of their proposal for a U.S. Postal Service transportation services contract. These forms are essential for the Postal Service to gather necessary information about the offeror's business, capabilities, and compliance.

• PS Form 7405 (Transportation Services Proposal & Contract): The primary form for submitting a proposal, including offeror information, rate of compensation, and contract details.
• PS Form 7468A (Highway Transportation Contract - Cost Worksheet): A detailed worksheet for offerors to calculate and present their expected costs for performing the service.
• Provision 4-3: Representations and Certifications: Contains questions regarding the offeror's business type, size, minority status, and other certifications.
• Contract Personnel Questionnaire (PS Form 2025): Gathers information for background investigations of individuals involved in contract performance.
• Pre-Award Questionnaire and Assets and Liabilities Statement (PS Form 5472): Assesses the offeror's business history, assets, liabilities, and financial responsibility.
• Response to Provision 4-12 Standard Solicitation Provisions: Requires offerors to respond to specific provisions related to supplier eligibility, past performance, capability, and operating plans.
• Confidentiality and Nondisclosure Agreement: For suppliers' employees and relief drivers.
• Authorization and Release - Background Investigation (PS Form 2181-C): Consent for background checks.
• Form W-9 (Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification): Standard IRS form for tax identification.
• Statement of Work and Specifications Addendum: Provides specific updates or changes to the SOW/Specifications.

These documents are critical for potential bidders to understand the full scope of information required for a compliant and competitive proposal. Completing these forms accurately and thoroughly is necessary for the Postal Service to evaluate an offeror's suitability and capability to perform the contract services.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for regular transportation services, specifically Box Route Service, for the United States Postal Service. The service is to be performed in Paradise, CA (H002, CA).

• The service involves operating a vehicle for box delivery routes.

• Specific route details are provided in Section B.1.3, outlining turns, roads, and distances.

• The vehicle must have a minimum cubic feet of usable load space (specifics not detailed in this summary but referenced in B.2.a).

• Vehicles must be equipped with roof-mounted warning lights.

• Drivers must have a current driving record and meet specific eligibility criteria.

• The supplier must provide a vehicle that is no more than five years old at the start of the contract term.

• The supplier must ensure all equipment is maintained in good working order and presents a creditable appearance.

• The supplier must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including safety regulations.

• Contract Type: Fixed Price with Economic Price Adjustment.

• Period of Performance: Begins October 1, 2026, and ends September 30, 2032.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated in the provided document sections.

• Proposals are due by 10:00 AM, Mountain Time, on February 26, 2026.

• Proposals must be submitted on PS Form 7405, Transportation Services Proposal & Contract for Regular Service.

• Offerors must also complete PS Form 7468A, Highway Transportation Contract - Cost Worksheet.

• Evaluation will be based on Supplier Eligibility (Pass/Fail), Past Performance, Supplier Capability, and Operations Plan. Technical factors are considered more important than price.

• Supplier Eligibility is a Pass/Fail criterion.

• Specific criteria include not being an employee or family member of a Postal Service employee (subject to ethics review), not being suspended or debarred, and meeting age and driving experience requirements.

• Small, Minority, and Woman-Owned Business subcontracting requirements apply if the contract value is estimated at $1 million or more.

• The solicitation includes detailed clauses on safety, insurance, liability, screening, and general requirements.

• A Department of Labor Wage Determination (1977-0194) is referenced for applicable wage rates and fringe benefits.