Guam S&RTS

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) in the Territory of Guam, specifically at the Guam Port Authority and Naval Base Guam. The primary objective is to provide comprehensive services for the import and export of Defense Transportation System (DTS) sponsored cargo, ensuring all tasks are completed per PWS requirements and Commercial Best Practices.

The contractor shall provide full-spectrum ocean terminal operations, including:

• Cargo Handling: Stevedoring, longshoring, vessel loading/discharge, port reception/disposition, cargo management staging, intra-port transfers, cargo preparation, Tally and Check (T&C), and handling/warehousing of government-provided dunnage and tiedown materials.
• Cargo Types: All classes of supply, including military vehicles (up to 150,000 lbs), Ammunition & Explosives (A&E), hazardous materials, sensitive, controlled, refrigerated, and general DoD cargo, handled through all modes of transport.
• Equipment & Personnel: Provide all necessary gear, Material Handling Equipment (MHE), materials, supplies, management, and qualified general and skilled labor.
• Ancillary Services: Facility services (e.g., office space, security, cleaning, rinsing, fumigation), stuffing/unstuffing containers, weighing containers, customs/agricultural inspection support, and contact maintenance for non-operational vehicles.
• Commodity Rates: An all-encompassing commodity rate is required for each commodity type, covering all associated costs including labor, equipment, and administrative overhead.

Performance will be measured against a Performance Requirements Summary (PRS) matrix, which includes specific thresholds for:

• Safety & Security: No more than one (1) security violation, one (1) safety/regulatory non-compliance incident, or one (1) environmental spill per year. No incidents resulting in serious injury or death.

• Timeliness: No more than two (2) instances of late task order reconciliation/invoicing or late reports per year. Operations must adhere to agreed-upon start/completion dates, with no more than one (1) late start or completion per year.

• Cargo Integrity: No more than two (2) instances of damaged, lost, or pilferaged cargo per year.

• Minimum Productivity: Contractor must maintain specified minimum productivity levels for vessel discharge and loading, detailed in Table 3 of the PWS.

• Reporting: Various reports (e.g., accident investigation, safety/hazard analysis, QCIP, CPARS) are required with specific submission timelines.

• Location: Primary seaports in the Territory of Guam, specifically Guam Port Authority and Naval Base Guam.

• Duration: Services are required 24 hours a day, seven (7) days per week, and 365 days per year, including during contingencies or crises. Regular working days consist of two 12-hour shifts (0700-1900 and 1900-0700).

• Security Clearances & Screening: Personnel screening for foreign national employment, compliance with DoD security regulations for installation access, and possession of DBIDS or TWIC badges are mandatory. Work is UNCLASSIFIED.

• Safety & Environmental: Adherence to USG, OSHA, and DoD safety standards; provision of a dedicated Safety Program Manager; submission of Emergency Response Procedures (ERP) and Spill Contingency and Response Plan (SCRP); and HAZMAT certification for relevant personnel.

• Personnel Qualifications: Drivers/operators must be qualified, licensed (including CDL with HAZMAT endorsements for specific vehicles), and certified for MHE and A&E handling. Remedial training programs are required for drivers with incidents.

• Contract Administration: Submission of business licenses, union agreements, port tariffs, and semi-annual reports on first-tier foreign transportation service providers. A dedicated, English-proficient Contract Manager with decision-making authority is required.

• Equipment: Contractor must provide all necessary Contractor Furnished Equipment (CFE)/MHE, including mobile cranes (50-250 ton capacity), and ensure all equipment is maintained and certified.

Request for Information (RFI)

This RFI is issued by the United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) to gather market research on Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) at the Ports of Guam (Guam Port Authority and Naval Base Guam). USTRANSCOM is seeking information on existing market solutions and industry needs to help scope a future contract for handling surface moving cargo. This is for planning purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal (RFP).

The anticipated contract will cover the full spectrum of handling surface moving cargo, including receipt, disposition, and processing for simultaneous shipments via multiple surface modes of transportation. Services are to be provided at the Guam Port Authority and Naval Base Guam.

Interested parties should submit information via email by March 10, 2026, 8:00 AM CST. Responses should be tailored and no more than 5 pages, excluding title pages and cover letters. Specific information requested includes:

• Company Information (Name, UEI, CAGE, POCs, Business Size)

• Business Size classification (Small/Large) based on NAICS 488320 ($47M size standard), including any applicable socio-economic categories if small business.

• Experience in providing S&RTS, management, labor, tools, equipment, supplies, and materials (detailed on Attachment 1 – Market Research Survey).

• Information on commercial availability of services.

• Existing contract vehicles (FSS, GWACs, IDIQs, etc.) that could be used.

• Suggestions for improving the procurement, including software advancements, industry developments, or innovative solutions.

• Questions or comments on the draft Performance Work Statement (Attachment 2).

• RFI Released: February 10, 2026

• Responses Due: March 10, 2026, 8:00 AM CST

• Anticipated Award Date: August 1, 2026

• Ms. Laura Tebbe (Contracting Officer): laura.b.tebbe.civ@mail.mil, (618) 817-9439

• Ms. Casey Schuette (Contract Specialist): casey.d.schuette.civ@mail.mil, (618) 817-4106

• No contract will be awarded from this RFI.

• Costs incurred in responding are the responsibility of the interested party.

• Proprietary information should be marked; do not submit confidential information.

• Physical (paper) copies will not be accepted.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Market Research Survey for Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) at the Ports of Guam, related to solicitation TRANSCOM26R006. It is designed to gather information from potential vendors to assist the government in market research and acquisition planning. Bidders are requested to complete and submit this survey by 8:00 AM (Central Time U.S.) on March 10, 2026.

I. Company Information:

• Company Name, Address, CAGE/NCAGE Code, DUNS Number
• SAM Registration status and expiration
• NAICS code 488320 registration
• Company Representative contact details
• Size/Status (Small Business, Large Business, etc.)
• Acknowledgment of Limitations on Subcontracting clause (FAR 52.219-14) if applicable.

II. Market Research Questions:

• Authorization to operate at Guam Ports and required documentation.
• Ability to perform all services in the PWS as a prime contractor; subcontracting capabilities.
• Experience with foreign commercial contracts and compliance with local labor laws.
• Capability to provide labor, gear, and equipment for minimum productivity levels.
• Experience in providing S&RTS, including qualified drivers for military vehicles.
• Acceptance of preferred pricing methods (per piece for containers/vehicles, MTON for breakbulk).
• Details of recent (past 5 years) similar projects (description, contract number, period of performance, prime/subcontractor role, dollar value, scope).
• Timeframe to become fully operational post-award.
• Concerns or barriers to doing business with the Government or accessing port facilities.
• Impediments to SAM registration compliance.
• General questions, comments, concerns, or foreseen barriers to competition.

This survey is crucial for potential bidders to understand the government's information needs regarding S&RTS in Guam. Completing it provides valuable insights into the potential scope of work, requirements, and challenges. The responses will help the government refine the acquisition strategy and may influence the final solicitation details. It also serves as an initial step for companies to express interest and provide relevant company data.