Shuttle Bus Rentals

Solicitation

This solicitation is for bus transportation and drivers for the America 250th Freedom Fest at Columbus AFB. The requirement is for the period of July 4, 2026.

• Provision of bus transportation and drivers.

• Services are required for the America 250th Freedom Fest.

• Product Service Code: V222

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: July 4, 2026

• Offer Due Date: May 15, 2026, 12:00 PM.

• Solicitation Number: FA302226Q00060001

• Evaluation factors include Price and Technical Acceptance, with Technical and Past Performance being equal to price.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 485510 (Bus and other motor vehicle transit)

• Size Standard: USD 19,000,000.00

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4 by reference. DFARS clauses are also incorporated.

• Attachments include a Wage Determination and a Statement of Work.

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

To provide bus transportation and drivers for the America 250th Freedom Fest event.

• Provide shuttle bus services for visitors attending the America 250th Freedom Fest.

• Contractor is responsible for all materials, equipment, management, coordination, labor, and transportation.

• Shuttling visitors from designated pick-up points to drop-off points.

• A minimum of 20 buses and drivers must be operational at all times during the period of performance.

• Buses must be adequately fueled upon arrival; refueling cannot occur at CAFB facilities.

• Bus drivers must possess and bring a Real ID and may be subject to vehicle inspections.

• Period of Performance: July 4, 2026, 6:00 AM to July 5, 2026, 1:00 AM.

• Place of Performance: Columbus Air Force Base, MS 39710 (Walker Center, Building 1030).

• Pick-up point: SAC Ramp.

• Drop-off point: ECP 5/Walker Center.

• Provide 20 buses, each with a minimum capacity of 44 passengers.

• Drivers must arrive at 6:00 AM (0600L) on July 4th at the Columbus AFB SAC Ramp.

• Drivers will wait at designated stops when not actively shuttling visitors.

• Buses will not deviate from the assigned route when transporting guests.

• All coordination is to be accomplished with the Government Technical Representative (list of contacts provided).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for "Freedom Fest Shuttle Buses" for Columbus AFB. The requirement is to provide bus transportation and drivers for the America 250th Freedom Fest.

• Provision of bus transportation and drivers.

• Service is for the America 250th Freedom Fest.

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Product Service Code: V222.

• Product Type Code: 9999.

• Offer Due Date: 12 June 2026, 12:00 PM.

• Evaluation Factors: Price and Technical Acceptance. Technical and past performance, when combined, are equal to price.

• This acquisition is a set-aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 485510 (Bus and other motor vehicle transit).

• Size Standard: USD 19,000,000.00.

• The period of performance is 04 July 2026.

• The solicitation includes various FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to electronic submission of payment requests (WAWF), service contract labor standards, and small business concerns.

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

To provide bus transportation and drivers for the America 250th Freedom Fest event.

• Provide bus rentals and drivers for shuttling visitors.

• Contractor is responsible for all materials, equipment, management, coordination, labor, and transportation.

• Shuttling will occur between designated pick-up and drop-off points.

• A minimum of 20 buses and drivers must be operational at all times during the period of performance.

• Buses must arrive adequately fueled; refueling at CAFB facilities is permitted.

• Buses must not deviate from the designated route when transporting guests.

• Place of Performance: Walker Center (Building 1030), Columbus Air Force Base, MS 39710.

• Period of Performance and Hours of Operation: July 4th, 6:00 AM to July 5th, 1:00 AM (0600L July 4th - 0100L July 5th).

• Each shuttle bus must be supplied with a driver.

• Drivers must arrive at Columbus AFB SAC Ramp at 6:00 AM (0600L) for instructions.

• Requested support is for 20 buses, each with a minimum passenger capacity of 44.

• Bus drivers will require base access and are subject to vehicle inspections.

• Drivers will wait at pick-up or drop-off points when not actively shuttling visitors.

• Government Technical Representatives are listed for coordination.

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

To provide bus transportation and drivers for the America 250th Freedom Fest event.

• Provide bus rentals and drivers for shuttling visitors.

• Contractor is responsible for all materials, equipment, management, coordination, labor, and transportation.

• Shuttling will occur from a designated pick-up point to a drop-off point.

• Date: July 4, 2026

• Hours of Operation: 1:00 PM - 11:00 PM (1300L - 2300L)

• Place of Performance: Walker Center (Building 1030), Columbus Air Force Base, MS 39710

• Drivers: Supply one driver per shuttle bus.

• Arrival: Drivers must arrive at 1:00 PM (1300L) at Columbus AFB SAC Ramp for instructions.

• Breaks: Drivers will receive two 15-minute breaks and one 30-minute lunch break.

• Vehicles: A minimum of 5 buses are required, each with a minimum capacity of 44 passengers.

• Base Access: Bus drivers will require base access and are subject to vehicle inspections.

• Waiting: Drivers will wait at pick-up or drop-off points when not actively shuttling.

Coordination is to be accomplished with the Government Technical Representative. Contact information for multiple representatives is provided, including names, phone numbers, and email addresses.

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

To provide bus transportation and drivers for the America 250th Freedom Fest event.

• Provide bus rentals and drivers for shuttling visitors.

• Contractor is responsible for all materials, equipment, management, coordination, labor, and transportation.

• Shuttling will occur from designated pick-up points to drop-off points.

• Place: Walker Center (Building 1030), Columbus Air Force Base, MS 39710.

• Period: July 4, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM (1200L-2300L).

• Supply a driver with each shuttle bus.

• Drivers are to arrive at 12:00 PM (1200L) at Columbus AFB SAC Ramp for instructions.

• Five (5) buses are required, each with a minimum capacity of 44 passengers.

• Bus drivers will require base access and are subject to vehicle inspections.

• Drivers will wait at pick-up or drop-off points when not actively shuttling.

• All coordination is to be accomplished with the Government Technical Representative.

• Contact information for multiple representatives is provided, including names, phone numbers, and email addresses.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks bus transportation and drivers for the America 250th Freedom Fest at Columbus AFB. The service is required for July 4, 2026.

• Provision of bus transportation and drivers.

• Service to be provided on July 4, 2026.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Product Service Code: V222.

• North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS): 485510.

• Size Standard: USD 19,000,000.00.

• Offer Due Date: May 15, 2026, 12:00 PM.

• Evaluation factors: Price and Technical Acceptance (combined are equal to price).

• This acquisition is set aside 100% for Small Business.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to electronic submission of payment requests (WAWF), service contract labor standards, and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "REGISTER OF WAGE DETERMINATIONS UNDER THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT" issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work subject to the Service Contract Act in specific geographic areas. For this particular determination, the area is "Mississippi Counties of Alcorn, Calhoun, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Clay, Itawamba, Lafayette, Lee, Lowndes, Monroe, Oktibbeha, Pontotoc, Prentiss, Tishomingo, Union, Webster."

• Occupational Listings: The document lists numerous occupations categorized by general areas (e.g., Administrative Support and Clerical Occupations, Automotive Service Occupations, Health Occupations, Information Technology Occupations, etc.).
• Wage Rates: Each listed occupation has a corresponding minimum hourly wage rate.
• Fringe Benefits: The document indicates that "Fringe Benefits Required Follow the Occupational Listing." Specific fringe benefits (Health & Welfare) are detailed at the end of the document, with different rates applicable based on Executive Orders (EO 13706 and EO 13658).
• Executive Orders: Notes on Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Establishing Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors) are included, outlining contractor obligations and minimum wage requirements for 2025.
• Conformance Process: Instructions are provided for contractors needing to classify and determine wage rates for occupations not explicitly listed in the determination.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing the contract. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and fringe benefits meet or exceed the rates specified in this wage determination for all covered employees. Failure to comply can lead to penalties. The rates provided will directly impact the cost proposal and overall competitiveness of a bid.