Non-Tactical Vehicle Rental ISO KMEP 26.1

Amendment / Modification

This document is an addendum to FAR 52.212-1, "Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services." It clarifies the government's intent to execute a Firm-Fixed-Price Contract for the lease of Non-Tactical Vehicles (Vans and SUVs) and associated services. Key points include:

• Award Basis: Award will be made to a responsible Offeror in accordance with FAR Part 12, satisfying all solicitation terms. Offers will be evaluated for acceptability, not ranked by non-cost factors.
• Government Rights: The government reserves the right to award without discussions, make a single award, establish a competitive range, or make no award.
• Submission Method: Offers must be submitted via the PIEE website (https://piee.eb.mil) or by email to brandon.s.hinsley.mil@army.mil if PIEE is unavailable.
• Pricing: Offerors must round all unit prices to the nearest whole Korean Won (KRW). Delivery costs and costs the government is required to pay (e.g., fuel) must be included in the total price. Tolls are not at the government's expense.
• Questions: All questions must be emailed to brandon.s.hinsley.mil@army.mil within 24 hours of solicitation issuance.
• Evaluation Factors:
  • Factor A. Technical Capability: All specified information must be submitted.
  • Factor B. Price: Quotes must be detailed, incorporate all costs, and be reflective of the work effort. Delivery costs are included (FOB Destination).
• Local Contractors: The acquisition is limited to local contractors. Offerors must possess or obtain requisite business licenses from the ROK Government and comply with ROK laws. U.S. sources must provide verification of authorization and capacity to operate as a local source.
• Quote Validation: All quotes must remain valid for 180 days from the issuance date. Failure to comply may result in ineligibility.

This addendum modifies and clarifies instructions related to offeror submission, evaluation, pricing, and eligibility, particularly concerning local ROK requirements.

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To outline the requirements for leasing non-tactical vehicles to support the Korea Marine Exercise Program 2026.1 (KMEP 26.1) for III Marine Expeditionary Force units.

• Lease of various vehicles including 5-Passenger SUVs and 9-Passenger Vans.

• Vehicles are required at multiple locations across the Republic of Korea, including Camp Mujuk, Gwangju Air Base, Rodriguez Live Fire Complex, Busan Airport, and Kunsan Airbase.

• Specific quantities, required dates, and points of contact (POCs) are detailed for different units (CLR-37, CLR-35, 9th ESB EOD, 9th ESB Company A, 3D MED Battalion, MAG-12, MAG-24, 3/12, LAR, V 2/8).

• The period of performance varies by unit and vehicle, generally ranging from February to May 2026.

• Contractor shall provide vehicles, roadside assistance, maintenance (scheduled and unscheduled), and preventative maintenance.

• Unlimited mileage is granted to the government.

• Contractor must provide toll passes and ensure accounts are funded.

• Vehicles must be clean, maintained, and have all government road paperwork completed.

• All vehicle systems, including climate control, must be operative.

• Vehicles must meet or exceed minimum maintenance standards and local safety requirements.

• Safety features include seatbelts, mirrors, wipers, parking brakes, and horn.

• Disabled vehicles must be recovered within 24 hours, with a replacement vehicle provided.

• Performance period: Approximately February 2026 to May 2026, varying by specific requirement.

• Locations: Multiple drop-off and recovery locations across the Republic of Korea, including Pohang, Gwangju, Pocheon, Busan, and Gunsan.

• Contractor must allow +/- 1 day deviation from the schedule with 24-hour notice.

• Contractor is responsible for all parts and labor for maintenance.

• Government is not responsible for naturally occurring damage or normal depreciation; responsibility for damage exceeding normal wear due to negligence lies with the Government.

• Contractor must be available for vehicle service during holidays.

• The Contracting Officer is the sole authority for contract changes.

Amendment / Modification

This document is an addendum to FAR clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Products and Commercial Services. Key points include:

• Proposal Validity: Contractor proposals must be valid for 180 days from the date of proposal submission.
• ROK Government Licenses: Offerors must possess or obtain requisite business licenses directly from the Republic of Korea (ROK) Government and comply with all applicable ROK laws (labor, taxation, immigration). Verification is required in the initial proposal.
• Currency: Proposed prices must be in Korean Won (KRW). Quotes or proposals in other currencies will not be considered.
• Telecommunications and Video Surveillance: Incorporates FAR clauses 52.204-24 and 52.204-25, requiring representations and prohibitions related to covered telecommunications and video surveillance equipment or services.
• Contract Type: The Government contemplates award of a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract.
• Tax Exemptions: Details exemptions from Republic of Korea customs duties, special excise taxes, value-added taxes, and petroleum product taxes, referencing the US-ROK Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA).
• Labor Laws: Requires compliance with Korean Labor Law, including rights of succession of employment.

This addendum modifies general information, proposal requirements, currency, and incorporates specific FAR and DFARS clauses related to telecommunications, taxes, and labor laws, particularly for performance in the Republic of Korea.

Offerors must ensure their proposals address the ROK licensing requirements, submit pricing in KRW, and provide necessary representations regarding telecommunications equipment. The 180-day proposal validity period is a key submission consideration.

Amendment / Modification

This document is an addendum to FAR 52.212-2, providing specific evaluation criteria for this solicitation. It details the basis of award, emphasizing that the government intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract for the entirety of the work as specified in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). Quotes for only a portion of the work will be ineligible.

• Basis of Award: Clarifies that offers will be evaluated based on criteria in the ADDENDUM TO FAR 52.212-1, considering price and other factors. Non-compliance may lead to disqualification.
• Award for the Entirety of the Work: States that only quotes for all listed items/work will be considered. The government plans to award without interchanges but reserves the right to conduct them if necessary.
• Evaluation Criteria: Outlines three factors:
  • Factor I - Technical: Evaluated on an Acceptable/Unacceptable basis. Requires demonstration of capability to perform all PWS tasks, including meeting period of performance, deliverables, and service scope. This factor has two sub-factors:
    • Sub-Factor 1: Technical Capability: Assesses the offeror's approach to meeting PWS tasks, staffing, resources, output requirements, service type, and sustainment throughout the performance period.
    • Sub-Factor 2: Local Source Eligibility (SOFA Compliance): Requires verification of ROK licensing and eligibility to perform as a local Korean contractor under the US-ROK SOFA.
  • Factor II - Past Performance: Evaluated on an Acceptable/Unacceptable basis. Requires recent (within 5 years) and relevant past performance information. The government may seek information from sources other than provided references.
  • Factor III - Price: Price analysis will be conducted for completeness and reasonableness.

Bidders must submit quotes that address the entirety of the PWS. The technical evaluation requires a detailed demonstration of capability and approach. Local source eligibility and relevant past performance are critical for acceptability. Quotes must be submitted with the offeror's best terms, considering both price and technical aspects, as the government may award without further discussion.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "NON-TACTICAL VEHICLES FOR KOREA MARINE EXERCISE PROGRAM 2026.1 REPUBLIC OF KOREA". The government is procuring non-tactical vehicle rentals to support this program.

• Rental of non-tactical vehicles, including 9-passenger vans and 5-passenger SUVs.

• Specific delivery locations include Kunsan Airbase Main Gate (Gunsan, Korea), Gwangju (South Korea), Camp Mujuk (Pohnag, South Korea), and Busan Airport (Busan, South Korea).

• The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 532112.

• Pricing arrangement is Firm Fixed Price.

• The period of performance varies by item, generally starting in February/March 2026 and ending in April/May 2026.

• The solicitation number is W90VN926QA021.

• The offer due date is February 10, 2026, at 01:00 PM.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference, with addenda.

• The acquisition is unrestricted.

• The document includes numerous contract clauses (FAR and DFARS) and detailed delivery schedules for each item. Payment will be made via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).