Daily Commute Student Transportation Services for the Hohenfels Military Community, Germany
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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 Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is soliciting proposals for Daily Commute Student Transportation Services for the Hohenfels Military Community in Germany. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFP) for commercial services, with a proposal deadline of March 2, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide safe, efficient, and reliable student transportation services for the Hohenfels School Complex, serving students of active-duty military and DoD civilian families. This includes all personnel (drivers, safety attendants), equipment, and services necessary to transport students to and from designated schools and bus stops, adhering to DoDEA and Host Nation requirements. Key services include daily commute, safety attendants (especially for Pre-K to 2nd grade and special needs students), late activity runs, and career practicum shuttles. The Performance Work Statement (PWS) details requirements for contract management, route establishment (max 60 minutes), schedule adjustments, communication capabilities, vehicle inspections, and personnel qualifications (e.g., B1 English, First Aid/CPR, background checks).
Contract Details
- Type: Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), Firm Fixed Price
- Duration: One base year (August 1, 2026 - July 31, 2027) plus four option years, with an additional 6-month option to extend services.
- Minimum Guarantee: EUR 2,500.00
- NAICS: 485410 (Passenger Motor Charter Service)
- Product Service Code: V222 (Passenger Motor Charter Service)
- Set-Aside: None specified
Submission & Evaluation
- Non-Disclosure Agreement (Attachment 7) Due: February 12, 2026, 12:00 p.m. EST. Submission is mandatory to receive restricted Attachments 7(a) (Route List) and 7(b) (Commuting Area Zone information/Map).
- Questions Due: February 15, 2026, 12:00 p.m. EST.
- Proposal Due: March 2, 2026, 12:00 p.m. EST.
- Submission Method: Email proposals to Zlata Dale (Zlata.Dale@DoDEA.edu) and Sidnie Miranda (Sidnie.Miranda@DoDEA.edu). Email subject: "Proposal for HE1254-26-R-E012." Emails exceeding 10 MB will be rejected.
- Evaluation Factors: Proposals will be evaluated on Technical Approach (most important), Past Performance (second most important), Price, and Representations and Certifications. Technical Approach and Past Performance combined are more important than Price.
Key Attachments
Offerors must complete and submit Attachment 2 (Technical Approach - Staffing and Vehicle Capability), Attachment 3 (Past Performance), Attachment 4 (Past Performance Questionnaire for customer references), Attachment 5 (Pricing Sheet), and Attachment 6 (Representations and Certifications) as part of their proposal.