Transportation Services- Gunfighter Skies 2026
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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 the Air Force (FA4897 366 CONS PKP) is soliciting proposals for Transportation Services to support the Gunfighter Skies 2026 Open House at Mountain Home AFB, ID. This combined synopsis/solicitation, issued as an RFQ under FAR Part 12, seeks a contractor to provide continuous and reliable shuttle services for an estimated 50,000 guests daily. Proposals are due May 1, 2026, by 10:00 AM MST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide 10 buses/shuttles, with an option to increase to 20, capable of accommodating 44-60 passengers each. At least two of the initial 10 vehicles must be American Disability Act (ADA) compliant. Key responsibilities include:
- Providing adequate staffing for shuttle coordination, prioritizing passengers with disabilities.
- Ensuring all vehicles are maintained, fueled, and repaired by the contractor.
- Submitting valid safety inspections for all vehicles two weeks prior to the event.
- Ensuring drivers are legally licensed, insured, and present a professional appearance.
- Responding to inoperable vehicles within two hours by dispatching a substitute or facilitating repairs.
- Complying with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and manufacturer specifications.
Period & Place of Performance
- Location: Mountain Home AFB, ID.
- Dates: Saturday, May 16, 2026, through Sunday, May 17, 2026.
- On-site Support: A technician must be available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM on both event days, with a response time of no more than two hours.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price Contract.
- NAICS Code: 485510 – Charter Bus Industry (Small Business Size Standard: $19.0 Million).
- Set-Aside: None indicated.
- Payment Terms: NET 30.
- FOB: Destination.
- SAM Registration: Required prior to award.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: May 1, 2026, by 10:00 AM Local Time (MST).
- Submission Method: Email proposals to cole.palmer.4@us.af.mil and elizabeth.hughes.5@us.af.mil. The subject line must include RFQ# FA489726QC049.
- Proposal Format: Submissions, including technical proposals, shall not exceed 10 pages. .zip files are not acceptable. Descriptive literature demonstrating compliance is mandatory.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability, Price, and Past Performance. Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value. Technical Capability and Past Performance are evaluated on a pass/fail basis; past performance exceeding three years will not be evaluated.
- Pricing: Quoters must hold pricing firm for 60 days from the quote due date.
Additional Notes
This solicitation has been extended, and Amendment One reflects a decrease in the required number of buses/trams. Wage Determination No. 2015-5513 Rev 27 applies to this requirement.