Solicitation for Blue Bird Spares Parts

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a single Firm Fixed Price Contract for Blue Bird Bus Spare Parts. It is a one-time procurement with no option periods and is a total small business set aside.

• The primary deliverable is the "Blue Bird spare parts as required by Attachment 0001 Blue Bird Spares List." These parts support previously procured Blue Bird Buses.

• Packaging and Marking requirements are detailed, including adherence to MILSTD-129 or best commercial practices, and specific requirements for heat treatment and marking of wood packaging materials (ISPM 15).

• Unique Item Identification (UII) is required for delivered items, with specific clauses (252.211-7003) detailing the requirements for data matrix symbology, data qualifiers, and reporting.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery for Item 0001AA is specified as 29-DEC-2026.

• Set Aside: 100% Small Business

• Offers must be submitted electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module.

• Offerors must be registered in PIEE and have the appropriate access/user role.

• Offer acceptance period is 30 calendar days from the specified receipt of offers.

• Evaluation is based solely on Price. Award will be made to the lowest priced offeror that meets all material requirements and responsibility criteria (FAR 9.104).

• Offerors are cautioned to allow ample time for submission due to potential system delays.

• Key deadlines: Offer Due Date/Local Time is 2026MAY29.

• This acquisition is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Attachments referenced include "Attachment 0001 Blue Bird Spares List."

• Foreign Military Sales (FMS) requirements are noted, with specific shipping instructions to Lebanon.

• The solicitation incorporates by reference FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-3, and 52.212-5.

• Offerors must acknowledge all amendments received.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel spreadsheet containing a list of spare parts for Blue Bird Bus (Model T3FE) associated with Solicitation W912CH-26-R-0004. It details the required quantities, part descriptions, OEM part numbers, and supplier information for various components.

• Part Categories: Exterior, Electrical, Engine/Transmission, HVAC, Exhaust System, Brakes, Suspension & Tires/Wheels.
• Part Details: Includes Part Description, OEM Part Number, Quantity, OEM/Tier #1 Supplier Name, and Order Leadtime (*DARO - Days After Receipt of Order).
• Specific Parts Listed: Windshields, wiper assemblies, engine components (e.g., engine ASM, turbocharger, starter-motor), transmission parts, filters (oil, fuel, air), brake components, suspension parts, and tires.
• Notes: Specifies that quantities for parts marked "RH or LH" should be in multiples of 2. It also references support for 21 buses ordered under contract W56HZV-13-P-0405.
• Pricing: Unit Price and Total Extended Price columns are present but show 0.0 for all items.

This attachment provides a detailed breakdown of the specific spare parts required for Blue Bird Bus (Model T3FE). Bidders should use this list to understand the scope of parts procurement, identify potential suppliers, and prepare their pricing and technical proposals accordingly. The quantities and part numbers are critical for accurate quoting and fulfillment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 0001 to Solicitation W912CH-26-R-0004. It provides a detailed list of common spare parts required for Blue Bird Bus (Model T3FE) vehicles. The list includes part descriptions, OEM part numbers, quantities, and unit prices (though prices are listed as 0.0 in this attachment). It also specifies FOB-Origin delivery terms and a case number for Lebanon.

• Part Categories: Exterior, Electrical, Engine/Transmission, HVAC, Exhaust System, Brakes, Suspension & Tires/Wheels.
• Specific Parts: Includes items such as windshield glass, wiper assemblies, engine components (engine ASM, turbocharger, starter motor), filters (oil, fuel, air), brake components, and tires.
• Quantities: Specified quantities for each part needed.
• OEM Part Numbers: Provided for most items, with some supplier names (e.g., CUMMINS, NORTHERN RADIATOR) noted.
• Notes: Clarifies that "RH or LH" quantities should be ordered in multiples of 2 and references a previous contract (W56HZV-13-P-0405).

This attachment is crucial for bidders responding to the solicitation. It details the specific spare parts required, their quantities, and part numbers. Bidders must use this list to understand the material requirements, potentially for pricing, sourcing, and logistics planning. The zero unit prices suggest this may be a preliminary list or that pricing will be handled separately, but it defines the scope of parts needed for the Blue Bird buses.

Request for Information (RFI) / Market Research

This notice is a Request for Information (RFI) and Market Research conducted by the Army Contracting Command - Detroit (ACC-DTA). Its purpose is to gather information for government planning regarding a potential future acquisition of Blue Bird Spare Parts. The government is not committed to issuing a solicitation or awarding a contract based on this RFI.

The government is seeking information on the manufacturing capabilities for a list of specific Blue Bird spare parts, including various engine components, transmission parts, electrical components, chassis parts, cooling system parts, and more. A detailed list of specific parts and their descriptions is provided in the document.

Interested vendors are requested to provide:

• Firm's name, address, DUNS number, and CAGE Code (SAM registration is mandatory).

• Point of Contact (name, phone, email).

• Company's business size status (verifiable in SAM).

• Summary of the item's commercial availability.

• Summary of the company's expertise in manufacturing the parts.

• Summary of the company's delivery capability and timeframe.

• Summary of the place of performance and required period of performance.

• Confirmation of whether the provided NAICS Code (3363) is appropriate.

• For expertise, include relevant contracts performed (scope, quantity, contract number, POC).

• Responses should be addressed to Justine Broughton at justine.r.broughton.civ@army.mil.

• Responses must be received no later than Tuesday, February 17th, at 3:00 PM EST.

• Submissions can include product literature, illustrations, and company background/experience.

• This is NOT a solicitation for proposals or quotations.

• Questions concerning this market research are not encouraged.

• The government will not reimburse any costs associated with preparing or submitting information.

• The government is seeking to understand the capabilities of all interested parties, including small businesses.