Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services, Three Ports Texas

Request for Information (RFI)

This RFI is issued by the United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) for informational and planning purposes only. USTRANSCOM is seeking market research on Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) for import and export of USG cargo at the ports of Beaumont, Port Arthur, and Corpus Christi, Texas. This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) and no contract will be awarded from this RFI. The information gathered will help USTRANSCOM in decision-making regarding acquisition strategy and small business concerns.

USTRANSCOM is interested in understanding existing market solutions and what information industry may need to scope a logical roadmap for future procurements. Responses should detail capabilities in providing management, labor, tools, equipment, supplies, materials, and other services necessary for S&RTS.

• The anticipated follow-on contract is expected to be awarded on or about March 2, 2027.

• The current contract expires on April 2, 2027.

• The anticipated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 488320, Marine Cargo Handling, with a small business size standard of $47,000,000.00.

• Responses should be submitted via email to the RFI Points of Contact (POCs) listed in Section 1.1.

• Responses are limited to five (5) pages, excluding title pages and cover letters.

• Physical (paper) copies will not be accepted.

• A pre-proposal conference is planned for July 2026, hosted virtually via Microsoft Teams. RSVP is required via Attachment 1.

USTRANSCOM encourages responses from capable businesses of all sizes, including large and small businesses and all socioeconomic categories (HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Veteran-Owned, Small Disadvantaged Business, 8(a), Women-Owned, Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned).

• Proprietary information should be marked appropriately; confidential information should not be submitted.
• USTRANSCOM will not be responsible for any costs incurred in responding to this RFI.
• Key attachments include: RFI Market Research Information Sheet, RFI Market Research Survey, and Draft Performance Work Statement.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a market research survey designed to gather information from potential offerors regarding their capabilities and interest in providing Stevedoring & Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) at the ports of Beaumont, Port Arthur, and Corpus Christi, Texas. The responses will assist the government in refining acquisition strategies for solicitation TRANSCOM26R010.

This survey asks specific questions related to:

• Company registration and authorization to operate at the specified ports.
• Ability to perform all services as a prime contractor, including subcontracting capabilities.
• Experience with foreign commercial contracts and compliance with labor laws and union agreements.
• Capacity to provide labor, gear, and equipment to meet productivity levels.
• Experience in providing S&RTS, including management, labor, tools, equipment, and qualified drivers for military vehicles.
• Acceptance of preferred pricing methods (per piece for containers, vehicles, aircraft; Measurement Ton for breakbulk).
• Project experience within the last 5 years, including contract details, prime/subcontractor status, dollar value, and scope.
• Time required to become fully operational after contract award.
• Concerns about doing business with the government and accessing port facilities.
• Any impediments to registering in the System for Award Management (SAM).
• General questions, comments, concerns, or foreseen barriers to competition.

Potential bidders should carefully review and respond to these questions to inform the government about their capabilities and any potential challenges in competing for this requirement. The responses will directly influence the final solicitation details and contract terms. Interested parties are encouraged to provide detailed and accurate information to assist in the acquisition process.

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) for the U.S. Army Transportation Command (ARTRANS). The primary objective is to manage the import and export of designated U.S. Government (USG) cargo through the Ports of Beaumont, Corpus Christi, and Port Arthur.

• Services: The contractor will provide comprehensive S&RTS, including but not limited to stevedoring, longshoring, vessel loading/unloading, cargo management, staging, storage, onward movement, intra-port transfers, documentation, tallying, and checking.

• Cargo Types: Services cover containers, vehicles, breakbulk, rotary or fixed-wing aircraft, ammunition and explosives (A&E), and hazardous materials (HAZMAT).

• Operations: The contractor must be prepared to operate 24/7/365 at all specified ports and work multiple vessels simultaneously.

• Equipment: The contractor must provide all necessary Contractor Furnished Equipment (CFE), Material Handling Equipment (MHE), staging space, gear, tools, and qualified personnel.

• Safety: Compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and host nation safety and occupational health regulations is mandatory. A comprehensive Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Program must be maintained, including a Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) and a designated Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO).

• Security: Personnel require Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC). Access restrictions and screening are in place for prohibited individuals. Operational Security (OPSEC) requirements must be followed.

• Cyber Security: Services are considered "operationally critical support" and must comply with NIST SP 800-171 and DFARS 252.204-7012.

• Productivity: Minimum productivity levels must be maintained as outlined in Table 3 of the PWS.

• Quality Assurance: Performance will be measured against objectives in the Performance Requirements Summary (PRS), with specific metrics for secure operations, timely reporting, safe operations, task order reconciliation, and cargo integrity.

• Ports: Beaumont, Corpus Christi, and Port Arthur.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated in this excerpt, but the document is dated 04-30-2026.

• Contract Administration: Includes port licensing, subcontractor compliance, labor agreements, and the designation of Contract Managers.

• Task Orders: All services will be ordered via Task Orders (TOs).

• Environmental: Comprehensive Emergency Response Plan (ERP) and Spill Contingency and Response Plan (SCRP) are required.

• Reporting: Various reports are required, including daily work accomplishment plans, incident reports, and monthly meetings.

• Integrated Pest Management (IPM): A multi-phase IPMP is required for outbound/deployment cargo.

• Cyber Security: Compliance with NIST SP 800-171 and DFARS 252.204-7012 is mandatory.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Information Sheet for a Request for Information (RFI) related to Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services for three ports in Texas (Beaumont, Corpus Christi, Port Arthur) under solicitation number TRANSCOM26R010. It requests specific company information from potential vendors.

• Company Information: Name, Physical Address, CAGE/NCAGE Code, DUNS Number.
• SAM Registration: Status (Yes/No), expiration date, and confirmation of NAICS 488320 registration.
• Company Representative: Name, Telephone Number, Email Address.
• Pre-Solicitation Conference Attendance: Indication of attendance and email addresses for invitations.
• Size/Status: Checkboxes for various business size and status categories (Small Business, Veteran-Owned Small Business, etc.).
• Limitations on Subcontracting: Acknowledgment of FAR clause 52.219-14 for small businesses, including an option to describe reliance on exceptions for required sources.
• Required Sources: Confirmation of knowledge regarding required sources.

Potential bidders must complete and submit this form by 1400 (Central Time U.S.) on 18 May 2026. The information collected will be used for market research purposes and to assess vendor capabilities and eligibility, particularly concerning small business set-aside requirements. This includes confirming understanding of subcontracting limitations.