Master BPA Commercial Rental Vehicle Service-Panama
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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 the Army, Regional Contracting Office-Soto Cano Air Base, is seeking to establish a Master Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Commercial Rental Vehicle Services in Panama. This unrestricted opportunity aims to secure non-personal services for vehicle rentals, with or without drivers, including fuel, to support U.S. Government missions and exercises. The total BPA limit is $5,000,000.00. Offers are due by April 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide commercial rental vehicles and associated services at various locations and dates specified in individual BPA calls. Services include:
- Vehicle Provision: Full-size SUVs, pickup trucks, 15-passenger vans, box trucks, sedans, and 25-52 passenger buses. Vehicles must be no older than two years (unless approved), fully operational, and comply with local regulations, including full coverage insurance with a $0 deductible.
- Driver Services: Optional, but if required, drivers must be licensed, insured, have a safe driving record, English proficiency (Level II), and knowledge of Panamanian road networks. Drivers are required for a minimum of 12 hours daily, including weekends and holidays.
- Fuel: All vehicles delivered with a full tank. Refueling is included as part of the agreement if driver services are required.
- Maintenance & Support: Contractor responsible for maintenance and repair within 12 hours, providing replacement vehicles as needed.
- Personnel Requirements: Contractor personnel must be Panama nationals, undergo background checks, and be escorted when accessing U.S. facilities. Non-disclosure agreements are required.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Number: W912QM26QA018
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for a Master Purchase Agreement (BPA)
- NAICS Code: 532111 (Car Rental)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Period of Performance: Tentatively May 15, 2026, to May 14, 2031.
- Purchase Limitations: Individual BPA calls not to exceed the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT); total BPA limit of $5,000,000.00.
- Payment: Monthly invoicing via PIEE, Net 30 days via WAWF.
- Price Lists: Yearly price lists required, including all items.
Evaluation Factors
Award will be based on a "best value approach," considering the following factors in order of importance:
- Price: Fairness, reasonableness, and balance.
- Technical Plan: Must be rated "Acceptable."
- Past Performance: Minimum of one, maximum of three, relevant to commercial rental vehicles with/without drivers in Central America.
- Local Presence: Offeror must have a local office in Central America or the United States of America; prime contractors without such an office will be excluded.
Deadlines & Contacts
- Offer Due Date: April 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
- Primary Contact: CPT Chuanchuan Sun (chuanchuan.sun2.mil@army.mil, 5207258956)
- Secondary Contact: Yesica M. Valladares (yesica.m.valladares.fn@mail.mil, 17866845220)
- Submission: Bidders must complete "Attachment 2 Bid Schedule" with proposed pricing and ensure SAM.gov registration.