Contract Delivery Service (CDS) HCR 93565 LANCASTER, CA - H065, CA

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "TRANSPORTATION SERVICES PROPOSAL & CONTRACT FOR TEMPORARY SERVICE" (PS Form 7405B). It serves as the primary form for offerors to submit proposals for transportation services and, upon acceptance, becomes the contract.

• Solicitation Information: Includes Solicitation No., Date of Solicitation, Contract No., and Contract Term (Begin and End Dates).
• Service Location: Specifies the city and state for mail service.
• Rate of Compensation: A section for the written and figure amount of the proposed compensation, with options for different rate bases (per mile, per piece, per trip, etc.).
• Offeror Information: Requires the offeror's name, address, telephone number, DOT number, social security or employer identification number, and legal residency.
• Contract Clause: Outlines the terms of the contract upon acceptance, including the incorporation of the solicitation and attachments by reference.
• Certifications: Includes sections for Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Program, Certification of Nonsegregated Facilities, and Parent Company Taxpayer Identification Number.
• Cost Worksheet (PS Form 7468A): A separate but related form (referenced and attached) used to detail the cost breakdown for the proposed service.
• Representations and Certifications (Provision 4-3): Standard representations regarding business organization, small business status, minority business status, woman-owned business status, and affiliations.
• Pre-Award Questionnaire (PS Form 5472): Gathers information on the bidder's business, experience, equipment, and personnel.
• Contract Personnel Questionnaire (PS Form 2025): Collects information for background investigations of individuals involved.
• Authorization and Release (PS Form 2181-C): Consent for background investigation.
• Confidentiality and Nondisclosure Agreement: For suppliers' employees and relief drivers.
• W-9 Form: Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification.

This is the core document for submitting a proposal. Bidders must complete all relevant sections accurately, including their proposed rate of compensation, business information, and all required certifications and representations. The attached cost worksheet and other forms provide detailed requirements for cost breakdown, business background, and personnel information necessary for a complete and compliant offer. Failure to complete these forms accurately and thoroughly may result in the proposal being considered unacceptable.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for temporary transportation services for box route service, specifically for box delivery vehicles. The United States Postal Service (USPS) is seeking proposals to provide these services.

• The service involves operating a vehicle along a designated route for mail delivery and collection.

• Specific route details, including stops and mileage, are provided in Section B.1.3.

• The service requires a vehicle with a minimum of 120 cubic feet of usable load space.

• Vehicles must be equipped with roof-mounted warning lights.

• Drivers must have a valid driver's license and a minimum of 2 years of driving experience.

• The contract term is from 05/01/2026 to 04/30/2028.

• Contract Type: Fixed Price with Economic Price Adjustment.

• Period of Performance: 05/01/2026 to 04/30/2028.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but subcontracting plans are required for contracts estimated at $1 million or more.

• Proposals are due by 10:00 AM, Mountain Time, on April 20, 2026.

• Proposals must be submitted on PS Form 7405B and include PS Form 7468A (Highway Transportation Contract - Cost Worksheet).

• Evaluation will be based on Supplier Eligibility (Pass/Fail), Past Performance, Supplier Capability, and Operations Plan, with technical factors being more important than price.

• No specific set-aside is mentioned.

• Offerors must meet eligibility criteria, including not being a current USPS employee or a family member of one, and not being suspended or debarred.

• A minimum of 2 years of driving experience is required for individuals driving under the contract.

• The solicitation is issued under Solicitation No. 801-730-26.

• The contract will be awarded not less than 3 days prior to the term beginning date.

• Department of Labor Wage Determinations are outlined in Section B of the Statement of Work.