595th Transportation Brigade Logistics Support Services Deployment and Distribution Service Support (D2S2)

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the solicitation by updating two attachments:

• Attachment 4 - Business Worksheet: The offeror's response text boxes on all pages have been updated to allow for multiple lines. The document has been renamed to "Attachment 4 - Business Worksheet v.2".

• Attachment 5 - Technical Capability Worksheet: The offeror's response text boxes on all pages have been updated to allow for multiple lines. The document has been renamed to "Attachment 5 - Technical Capability Worksheet v.2".

• Attachment 3 - Business Worksheet (renamed and updated)

• Attachment 4 - Technical Capability Worksheet (renamed and updated)

• Attachment 5 - D2S2 Pricing Matrix (no changes noted, but listed in the summary of changes)

No changes to proposal deadlines or submission requirements are indicated. Bidders should ensure they are using the updated versions of Attachments 4 and 5 for their proposals.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the Logistics Support Services, Deployment & Distribution Support (D2S2) Request for Quotation (RFQ) HTC711126QE130.

• Re-compete Status: This requirement is a re-compete, with the current contract number being HTC71121PW001.
• Historical Workload Data: The government provided estimated monthly workload data for cargo tally transactions (origin and destination), GATES manifests, and customs clearance actions within the 595th TSB AOR.
• System Experience: Prior knowledge of GATES, IBS, or BSCM is required, as specified in PWS Para. 1.2.3 and 4.3.2. Experience with other USTRANSCOM programs performing similar crucial roles may not be sufficient.
• Scope of Services: The contract scope does not include the actual transportation of goods; it focuses on managing port operations documentation and cargo tracking within the USCENTCOM AOR.
• Customs Declaration Fees: These fees are not an offeror cost and should not be included in the monthly price; they are handled separately.
• Worksheet Formatting: Attachments 4 and 5 have been updated via Amendment 1 to correct text box formatting issues and prevent response duplication.
• Submission Format: Offerors must use the government-created worksheets for their responses.

Amendments have been issued to address formatting issues in Attachments 4 and 5. Vendors must use the provided worksheets. The RFP is accessible via a hyperlink on SAM.gov.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Technical Capability Worksheet v.2" (Attachment 5), is a form required for offerors to complete as part of their response to the solicitation. It is designed to assess the offeror's capability to meet specific logistics support services requirements for the 595th Transportation Surface Brigade Logistics Support Services Deployment and Distribution Service Support.

Offerors must provide responses to the following sections:

• Company Name of Offeror
• Management of Operations:
  • Company Overview and Current Operations (including ability to operate in required locations).
  • Personnel matrix for deployment and distribution service support tasks, detailing expertise and proficiency in Department of War (DOW) Defense Transportation System (DTS) platforms (GATES, IBS, BSCM, PAT, JCM).
  • Experience in port cargo management and operations, with examples.
  • Customs Clearance Knowledge, including compliance with specific regulations and processes, and how personnel prepare, verify, and reconcile customs documentation.
  • Microsoft Office Suite expertise.
  • Procedures for retaining a qualified workforce.
  • Phase-in approach, including staffing, operational readiness, contract management, and timelines.
• Contractor Confirmation Checklist: A Yes/No checklist to confirm compliance with requirements such as English language fluency, valid driver's license, meeting implementation timelines, complying with Host Nation labor laws, and ensuring all personnel documentation is complete prior to work commencement.

Offerors are limited to provided text fields but may use page 7 to expand on responses, identifying the item number for each expansion.

This worksheet is critical for bidders to demonstrate their technical and operational capabilities relevant to the solicitation's requirements. Completing this form accurately and thoroughly is essential for the government's evaluation of the offeror's ability to perform the contract successfully. The Contractor Confirmation Checklist specifically requires a direct confirmation of compliance with key logistical support service requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Business Proposal Worksheet v.2," is an attachment to the solicitation and requires offerors to provide specific information and certifications as part of their proposal submission. It serves as a structured worksheet to ensure all necessary compliance and administrative details are addressed.

• Proposal Compliance: Requires completion of SF 1449 blocks (12, 17a, 30a, b, c), including CAGE code. Signature on SF 1449 constitutes an offer and acknowledgement of contract terms.
• Amendments: Instructions for completing SF 30 for any solicitation amendments.
• FAR/DFARS Provisions: Requires completion of specific paragraphs for various FAR and DFARS provisions, including:
  • FAR 52.209-5 (Responsibility Matters)
  • FAR 52.209-7 (Information Regarding Responsibility Matters)
  • FAR 52.219-4 (HUBZone Price Evaluation Preference)
  • FAR 52.222-56 (Trafficking in Persons Compliance Plan)
  • FAR 52.229-11 (Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements)
  • DFARS 252.204-7016 (Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment/Services Representation)
  • DFARS 252.204-7017 (Prohibition on Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment/Services)
• Contact Information: Requires names, titles, phone numbers, and email addresses of individuals authorized to negotiate.
• Signatory Authority: Requires name, title, and signature of the individual authorized to sign the proposal and contract.
• Identifiers: Requires Standard Carrier Abbreviation Code (SCAC), Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE), and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
• Company Website: Field for company website (if applicable).
• Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI): Requires offerors to provide information on potential OCI, including a mitigation plan if necessary, or a statement confirming no OCI.

This worksheet is critical for bidders to ensure their proposals are compliant. Failure to accurately complete and submit the information requested in this worksheet may impact the evaluation and award of the contract. It outlines specific certifications, representations, and administrative details required by the government.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (RFQ) for contract deployment and distribution service support for the 595th Transportation Brigade (TSB). The service is referred to as Deployment and Distribution Service Support (D2S2).

• The core service involves providing contract deployment and distribution support.

• The Product Service Code (PSC) for this requirement is R706.

• The pricing arrangement is Firm Fixed Price.

• The solicitation is for a base period and multiple option periods.

• Base Period: September 1, 2026 - August 31, 2027 (12 Months)

• Option Period 1: September 1, 2027 - August 31, 2028 (12 Months)

• Option Period 2: September 1, 2028 - August 31, 2029 (12 Months)

• Option Period 3: September 1, 2029 - August 31, 2030 (12 Months)

• Option Period 4: September 1, 2030 - August 31, 2031 (12 Months)

• Option Period 5: September 1, 2031 - February 29, 2032 (6 Months)

• The estimated total value for the acquisition is USD 12,500,000.00.

• The solicitation issue date is March 26, 2026.

• The offer due date is April 27, 2026, at 06:00 AM.

• Evaluation will be conducted based on factors detailed in Attachment 6 - Basis for Award and Evaluation Factors.

• A 10 percent price evaluation preference may be applied for HUBZone small business concerns, unless waived.

• The acquisition is set aside for UNRESTRICTED, but may include considerations for small business concerns.

• NAICS Code: 561110 (Office Administrative Services) with a Size Standard of USD 12,500,000.00.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including those related to payment, contract administration, and special requirements.

• Several attachments are provided, including Performance Work Statements (PWS), Business Worksheet, Technical Capability Worksheet, Pricing Matrix, and Basis for Award and Evaluation Factors.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides detailed instructions for invoice submission and payment procedures for contractors. It outlines the requirements for rendering invoices in English, in the designated currency, and within 30 days of service completion.

Payment Procedures:

• Payment is for services specifically enumerated in the agreement and provided in the Schedule of Rates.
• Payment will be made via the Transportation Financial Management System (TFMS).

Invoicing Instructions:

• Invoices must be in English and the designated currency.
• Invoices must be submitted no later than 30 days after services are rendered.
• All invoice documents must be provided to the designated Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) or COR designee for certification.
• The COR will review invoices for accuracy and compliance with contract provisions.
• Valid invoices will be certified and submitted to the government entitlement activity for processing.
• Invalid invoices will be returned to the contractor for correction.

Invoice Submission Process:

• Invoices are certified by the COR within 10 business days of receipt.
• Certified invoices are emailed to the 595th Budget Analyst and the ARTRANS G8 Brigade email box.
• Entitlement activity is completed by the ARTRANS G8 budget team within 5 days of receipt.
• Payment is issued to the vendor 2 business days after entitlement.
• The prompt payment clock begins when the ARTRANS budget team receives a certified invoice.
• Interest may be incurred for payments exceeding 30 days, per the Prompt Payment Act.

Invoice Documents:

• Contractors shall invoice at the end of each month.
• Invoice documents are submitted via email to the COR or designee.
• Required Header Level data includes: Vendor Name, Vendor Address, Vendor Number, Vendor Site Name, Contract Number, Invoice Payment Terms (Net 30), Invoice Number, Invoice Date, and Invoice Total Dollar Amount.
• Required Invoice Line Level data includes: Contract Line Item Id, Contract Line Description, Unit of Measure, Quantity, Unit Price, and Extended Amount.

Frequency of Invoice File Submission:

• Invoices must be submitted no later than thirty (30) days after completion of services.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the financial and administrative processes for getting paid. It details the specific information required on invoices, the submission process, certification steps, and payment timelines, which are essential for accurate proposal preparation and timely reimbursement.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Business Proposal Worksheet" (Attachment 4), is a required form for offerors responding to the solicitation. It serves to collect necessary compliance information, certifications, and proposal details.

• Proposal Compliance: Requires completion of SF 1449 (blocks 12, 17a, 30a-c) and SF 30 (blocks 15a-c) if applicable. Includes CAGE code and acknowledgment of RFP terms.
• FAR/DFARS Provisions: Requires completion of specific paragraphs for various provisions including responsibility matters, HUBZone preference, trafficking in persons, foreign procurements, covered defense telecommunications, and organizational conflicts of interest (OCI).
• Offeror Information: Requires contact details for negotiators, authorized signers, company website, SCAC, CAGE, and UEI.
• OCI Statement: Requires a statement regarding organizational conflicts of interest, including a mitigation plan if applicable.

This worksheet is critical for ensuring proposal compliance. Offerors must carefully complete all sections and provide the requested certifications and information accurately to be considered responsive to the solicitation. Failure to complete this worksheet correctly may impact the proposal's evaluation and award.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Technical Capability Worksheet" (Attachment 5), is a form for offerors to complete to demonstrate their technical capabilities and confirm their ability to meet the requirements for logistics support services in support of the 595th Transportation Surface Brigade Logistics Support Services Deployment and Distribution Service Support.

Offerors are required to complete all items. Responses are generally limited to provided text fields, with an option to expand on page 7. Key areas covered include:

• Company Overview and Current Operations: Demonstrating ability to operate in required locations.
• Management of Operations: Describing the approach to meeting PWS requirements.
• Transportation Systems Proficiency: Identifying personnel resources and their expertise with specific Department of War (DOW) Defense Transportation System (DTS) platforms (GATES, IBS, BSCM, PAT, JCM).
• Port Cargo Management and Operations: Detailing experience in tasks like cargo handling, inventory management, and port authority coordination.
• Customs Clearance Knowledge: Describing experience with customs processes, compliance with regulations (DTR Part V Chapter 512, USCENTCOM guidelines, ARTRANS advisories), and personnel procedures for documentation.
• Microsoft Office Expertise: Discussing proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant applications.
• Retaining Workforce: Explaining procedures for maintaining a qualified workforce.
• Phase-In Approach: Describing the process to become fully staffed and operational by the contract start date.
• Contractor Confirmation Checklist: A Yes/No checklist to confirm compliance with specific requirements such as English language fluency, driver's license, implementation timeline, labor laws, and personnel documentation.

This worksheet is critical for bidders to detail their qualifications and confirm their understanding and ability to meet the specific operational and logistical requirements of the contract. Completing this form accurately is essential for proposal evaluation and demonstrating technical capability.

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for contract deployment and distribution services to support the 595th Transportation Surface Brigade (TSB) and its subordinate units' operations missions within the United States Central Command (USCENTCOM) Area of Responsibility (AOR).

• Background: The 595th TSB provides Army Transportation Command (ARTRANS) forward presence for redeployment support, container and cargo/freight management, and surface distribution operations in the USCENTCOM AOR. This includes managing various transportation modes and supporting critical tasks such as traffic management, vessel services, documentation (e.g., GATES, DD Form 1385), USCENTCOM customs clearance, and track and trace capabilities.

• Contract Services: The contractor shall provide non-personal services for deployment and distribution support at installations, seaports, and airports within the USCENTCOM AOR. Services include coordination, data accuracy, and compliance with regulatory guidance.

• Key Tasks:

  • Global Air Transportation Execution System (GATES) Operations: Operating GATES for seaport operations, coordinating cargo tallying, updating GATES data within 48 hours of discharge, processing GATES files and reports, generating vessel documents, and providing daily In-Transit Visibility (ITV) and import/export summary reports.
  • Integrated Booking System (IBS) and Business Support and Container Management (BSCM) Operations: Managing cargo and reporting, preparing import/export summary reports, reconciling cargo statuses, advising on potential issues with commercial booking, and managing Government Bill of Lading (GBL).
  • Cargo Documentation and Customs Clearance: Assuming responsibility for cargo clearance activities, coordinating with local customs, and preparing necessary documentation.
  • Cargo Coordination and Movement: Ensuring coordination of cargo pickup, booking, and reconciliation of lift on Board (LOB), and managing Cargo Left on Port (CLOP) risks.
  • Cargo Tracking and Tracing: Tracking cargo from origin to destination within the USCENTCOM AOR, maintaining real-time visibility, inputting status in systems (GATES, IBS, BSCM), and reporting discrepancies.

• Service Delivery Summary (SDS): The SDS outlines key contract objectives, including accurate documentation (no more than two sets of corrections per month) and timely reporting (no more than two late reports per year).

• Quality Control Plan (QCP): The contractor must establish and maintain a QCP, submitted to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) within 30 days of award. Quality Control Files (QCF) must also be maintained.

• Place of Performance: Primarily at the Military port of Shuaiba, Kuwait (Camp Spearhead). Other locations within the USCENTCOM AOR are also covered.

• Period of Performance: Services commence 45 calendar days after receipt of the Notice to Proceed.

• Hours of Operation: Continuous coverage is required, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Standard workweek is 40 hours, typically Sunday through Saturday, 0700 to 1700 daily.

• Personnel: Contractor personnel must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. They must wear Government-issued identification, identify themselves as contractors in communications, and comply with security and safety regulations. Mandatory training and background investigations (NACI) are required.

• Government Furnished Property and Services (GFPS): The Government will provide office space, chairs, desks, phone service, computers, printers, and associated software. Personal mobile phones will not be provided.

• Transition of Operations: A detailed Transition Plan must be submitted within 5 working days of contract award.

• Security: Compliance with DoD security regulations, policies, and procedures for access to installations, facilities, and the NIPRNet computer network is mandatory. Personnel may require a National Agency Check Inquiry (NACI).

• Cybersecurity: Services are considered "operationally critical support." Contractors must comply with cybersecurity incident reporting requirements and timelines as defined by DFARS and DoD Manuals.

• Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs): Contractor personnel must sign NDAs to protect non-public Government information.

• Vendor Threat Mitigation: Semi-annual reports on first-tier foreign service providers are required.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is an addendum to Solicitation HTC71126QE130, specifically Attachment 6, which modifies "Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Products and Commercial Services (DEVIATION) (FEB 2026)". It provides tailored instructions for offerors responding to the Request for Quote (RFQ).

• Offerors must meet all RFQ requirements, including terms and conditions, representations, certifications, and technical requirements outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Quotes must be clear, concise, and provide convincing rationale on how the offeror intends to meet requirements, rather than simply restating them.

• Proposals must be submitted in three separate volumes: Business Proposal (Attachment 4), Technical Proposal (Attachment 5), and Price Proposal (Attachment 3).

• Offerors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to quote submission, during performance, and through final payment.

• The Government intends to award a single purchase order.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated but implied to be Firm Fixed Price.

• Electronic proposals are due by 6:00 AM Central Time on April 27, 2026.

• Proposals must be submitted in three separate electronic documents, titled by volume, in a single email.

• Formal communications and requests for clarification must be submitted via email in a specified format.

• Evaluation will be based on the following factors:

  • Factor 1: Business Proposal (Acceptable/Unacceptable)
  • Factor 2: Technical (Acceptable/Unacceptable)
  • Factor 3: Price (Fair and Reasonable/Not Fair and Reasonable)

• Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and other factors, based on the lowest evaluated price of the quote with "Acceptable" business and technical factors.

• The NAICS code and small business size standard are specified in Block 10 of the solicitation cover sheet (SF 1449).

• The Government will not consider multiple quotes presenting alternate terms and conditions.

• The Government reserves the right to conduct discussions if deemed necessary and may limit the number of proposals in the competitive range.

• The Government may reject any or all offers if in the public interest.

• Offerors are advised to submit their initial quote with the most favorable terms and best performance potential, as revised quotes will not be requested.

• The Government reserves the right to make no award if quotes do not meet quality standards or if funding is unavailable.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 3, a Pricing Matrix, which offerors must complete and submit for the opportunity. It provides the structure for detailing proposed costs.

• CLINs (Contract Line Item Numbers): The matrix outlines CLINs for a Base Year (1 Sep 26 - 31 Aug 27) through Option Year Four (1 Sep 30 - 31 Aug 31), plus a 6-Month Extension (1 Sep 31 - 29 Feb 32).
• Service Description: Each CLIN covers "Provide contract deployment and distribution service support for the 595th TSB."
• Pricing Fields: Offerors are instructed to enter information only in the yellow highlighted cells for Unit of Issue, Qty, Monthly Rate, and Total Cost.
• Total Proposed Price: A field is provided for the overall total proposed price.

Offerors must use this spreadsheet to submit their pricing proposal. It details the contract structure over multiple years and an extension, specifying the service to be priced. Accurate completion of the yellow highlighted cells is mandatory for proposal submission.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a synopsis announcing the United States Transportation Command's (USTRANSCOM) intent to issue a Request for Quote (RFQ) for contract deployment and distribution service support. This support is critical for the 595th Transportation Surface Brigade (TSB) to coordinate redeployment, container and cargo/freight management, and surface distribution operations within the United States Central Command (USCENTCOM) area of responsibility. The services include traffic management, vessel support, and documentation related to Global Air Transportation Execution System (GATES) transactions, USCENTCOM Custom Clearance, and Track and Trace systems.

• Traffic management services

• Vessel services support

• Documentation services (e.g., Cargo Manifest, Working/Final Vessel Papers, USCENTCOM Custom Clearance documents)

• Track and Trace system and report capability

• Coordination with operations, yard, and vessel team members for data accuracy

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price

• Source Selection: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA)

• Period of Performance: One (1) year base period (September 1, 2026 - August 31, 2027), four (4) one-year option periods, and one (1) six-month extension of service.

• Applicable Product Service Code (PSC): R706

• Applicable NAICS Code: 561110 (Size Standard: $12.5 million)

• Acquisition Strategy: Full and Open Competition

• Submission: No hardcopies will be issued. All responsible sources may submit a quote.

• Evaluation: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection.

• Full and Open Competition.

• Primary Place of Performance: Military port of Shuaiba, also known as Camp Spearhead.

• Contracting Office: USTRANSCOM, 508 Scott Drive, Scott AFB, IL 62225.

• All comments should be addressed in writing via email to Ms. Aliyah Williams (aliyah.s.williams4.civ@mail.mil) and Ms. Sarah Albers (sarah.l.albers2.civ@mail.mil).