Ground Transportation Arizona and California (ACC)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
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Original Source
Timeline
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 U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), under the Department of Homeland Security, has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to award a sole source task order to ISS Action Inc. for Armed Ground Transportation and Facility Guard Services in the Arizona and California Corridor (ACC). This action is taken to ensure continuous critical services for detainee movement and security while CBP prepares for a competitive recompete.
Scope of Work
The required services include armed ground transportation and facility guard services. This encompasses providing certified, armed transportation officers and specialized vehicles outfitted with detention packages, camera systems, and communication systems. These services are essential for the safe and efficient movement and security of detainees within the four U.S. Border Patrol sectors of the ACC.
Contract Details
- Type: Sole Source Task Order
- Vehicle: GSA Schedule contract GS-07F-072GA
- Duration: A base period of three months plus two option periods, totaling up to six months.
- Purpose: This bridge contract allows CBP sufficient time to solicit and award a new, competitive transportation contract.
- Recompete: CBP intends to release the competitive recompete solicitation by May 1, 2026.
Justification & Eligibility
This sole source award is justified under GSAR 538.7104-3(b)(ii), citing that only one source, ISS Action Inc., is currently capable of providing the unique and highly specialized services required without significant preparation and ramp-up time. ISS Action Inc. is the incumbent provider, already certified, licensed, and operating with the necessary infrastructure. The need for this sole source bridge is due to delays in the competitive recompete process caused by funding reductions, realignment activities, and government shutdowns.
Response & Contact
This is a special notice for informational purposes regarding the sole source intent.
- Response Date: April 10, 2026 (for inquiries regarding this notice)
- Contact: David Torres (david.torres@cbp.dhs.gov, 956-289-4871)