Contract Delivery Service (CDS) HCR 935C1 PALMDALE, CA to H001, CA

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document package contains various forms and attachments required for submitting a proposal and contract for regular service with the U.S. Postal Service. It includes forms for offeror information, certifications, cost worksheets, and background investigations.

• PS Form 7405 (Transportation Services Proposal & Contract): The primary form for submitting a proposal, including offeror details, rate of compensation, and contract terms.
• PS Form 7468A (Highway Transportation Contract - Cost Worksheet): A detailed worksheet for offerors to calculate and present their expected costs for performing the service.
• Provision 4-3 (Representations and Certifications): Contains various certifications related to business type, size, minority status, and affiliations.
• PS Form 2181-C (Authorization and Release - Background Investigation): Required for applicants to consent to a background investigation.
• Form W-9 (Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification): Used to provide the offeror's Taxpayer Identification Number.
• PS Form 5472 (Pre-Award Questionnaire and Assets and Liabilities Statement): Gathers information about the bidder's business, experience, equipment, and financial standing.
• PS Form 2025 (Contract Personnel Questionnaire): Collects information for personnel background checks.
• Confidentiality and Nondisclosure Agreement: For suppliers' employees and relief drivers.
• Statement of Work and Specifications Addendum: Provides specific updates or changes to the SOW/Specifications.

These documents are critical for potential bidders to understand the required information for proposal submission. Completing these forms accurately and thoroughly is essential for a compliant and competitive offer. The cost worksheet, representations, and supplier capability information directly impact the evaluation and potential award of the contract.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Combination (Transportation/Box Delivery) Service for Straight Body Vehicle Type(s). The United States Postal Service is seeking proposals for regular transportation services.

• Transportation of mail along a designated route.

• Loading, transporting, and unloading of all classes of mail.

• Potential for box delivery services.

• Use of scanning devices may be required.

• Vehicles must meet specific requirements (175 cubes, GVW rating, roof-mounted warning lights).

• Drivers must have a valid driver's license and meet specific experience requirements.

• Contract Type: Fixed Price contract with Economic Price Adjustment.

• Begin Contract Term: 10/01/2026

• End Contract Term: 08/31/2032

• Estimated annual schedule miles: 36,974.5

• Estimated annual schedule hours: 2,395.0

• Estimated boxes: 219

• Proposals must be submitted by 10:00 AM, Mountain Time, May 18, 2026.

• Submission is required on PS Form 7405, Transportation Services Proposal & Contract for Regular Service.

• Offerors must complete PS Form 7468A, Highway Transportation Contract - Cost Worksheet.

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

• Supplier Eligibility is a Pass/Fail criterion.

• Offerors must meet criteria related to Postal Service employees, suspended/debarred entities, and driving experience.

• Small, Minority, and Woman-Owned Business subcontracting requirements apply if the contract value is estimated at $1 million or more.

• Solicitation packages can be obtained by contacting the Contracting Officer.

• The contract will be awarded based on best value, considering both technical factors and price.

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