Transportation of a barge, vessel and boat for DR4910-MP
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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 Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is issuing an urgent Request for Quotation (RFQ) for transportation services including a barge, vessel, and boat to support disaster response operations (DR4910-MP) in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside, specifically targeting businesses in the region. Proposals are due May 24, 2026, at 4:00 PM PAS.
Scope of Work
FEMA requires the rental of transportation services to move personnel and green debris to and from the island of Managaha / Saipan. Key requirements include:
- One (1) 20-Ton Low Draft Barge with manpower for green debris transport.
- One (1) Vessel capable of inter-island barge transport.
- One (1) Boat for transporting twenty (20) personnel.
- One (1) All-terrain Vehicle and tow-behind Trailer.
- Use of reusable jumbo loading bags.
- Maintenance and refueling of all equipment.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (Combined Synopsis/Solicitation - RFQ)
- Period of Performance: A base period of six (6) days from the date of award.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). Offers are only solicited from businesses residing or primarily doing business in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
- Solicitation Number: 70FBR926Q00000010
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposals Due: May 24, 2026, at 4:00 PM PAS.
- Submission: Quotations must be emailed to Demetria Carter at demetria.carter@fema.dhs.gov and cc: kimberly.sanders@fema.dhs.gov.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability, Operational Readiness, and Cost.
- The government intends to award at least one, but potentially multiple contracts.
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, accessible at www.acquisition.gov. The attached Statement of Work (SOW) provides further details.