Contract Delivery Service (CDS) HCR 935C3 PALMDALE, CA to H045, CA

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for regular transportation services, specifically Box Route Service, for the United States Postal Service in Palmdale, CA (H045, CA). The service involves the operation of a box delivery vehicle.

• The service requires daily operation except Sundays and holidays (K7 frequency).

• Specific route details are provided in Part A of Section B.1.3, outlining turns, streets, and mileage for each segment of the route.

• Vehicles must have a minimum cubic feet of usable load space and meet specific age requirements (no more than five years old at contract start, replaced if over nine years old during the term).

• Vehicles must be equipped with roof-mounted warning lights and a cellular phone for communication.

• The supplier must provide transportation services as specified in the Statement of Work and Specifications, including loading, unloading, and exchange of mail.

• Protection of mail is critical, requiring enclosed, water-proof compartments with secure locking devices.

• Contract Number: 935C3

• Solicitation Number: 801-839-26

• Begin Contract Term: 10/01/2026

• End Contract Term: 08/31/2032

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

• Proposals are due by 10:00 AM, Mountain Time, on May 18, 2026.

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

• Evaluation will be based on multiple factors, including Supplier Eligibility (pass/fail), Past Performance, Supplier Capability, and Operations Plan. Technical factors are considered more important than price.

• Supplier eligibility will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

• Specific requirements for individuals and business organizations are outlined.

• The solicitation does not explicitly state a set-aside, but requirements for small, minority, and woman-owned businesses are mentioned in subcontracting clauses.

• The solicitation was not posted for the full 30 days due to urgency.

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

• Suppliers are responsible for obtaining necessary licenses and permits and complying with all applicable laws and regulations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a collection of forms and questionnaires related to a U.S. Postal Service solicitation. It includes:

• PS Form 7405 (Proposal Submission Pkg.): A form for submitting proposals and contracts for regular service, including offeror information, rate of compensation, and contract details.

• PS Form 7468A (Highway Transportation Contract - Cost Worksheet): A worksheet to assist offerors in determining their expected costs for performing highway transportation services. It details various cost segments such as vehicle cost, operational cost, fuel, labor, and return on investment.

• Provision 4-3: Representations and Certifications: A form requiring offerors to certify their business type, size (small business, minority business, woman-owned business), and affiliations.

• PS Form 2181-C (Authorization and Release - Background Investigation): A form for applicants to consent to a background investigation for fitness and suitability for contractual services with USPS.

• PS Form 5472 (Pre-Award Questionnaire and Assets and Liabilities Statement): A questionnaire to gather information about the bidder's business, experience, equipment, and financial status.

• PS Form 2025 (Contract Personnel Questionnaire): A questionnaire for individuals to provide personal information for background checks related to contract services.

• Confidentiality and Nondisclosure Agreement: An agreement for suppliers' employees and relief drivers to hold confidential address information.

• Form W-9 (Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification): A standard IRS form to provide a taxpayer identification number.

• Offeror Information: Details about the company, its structure, and ownership.

• Cost Breakdown: Comprehensive cost worksheet for transportation services.

• Certifications: Affirmations regarding business practices, equal opportunity, and non-segregated facilities.

• Background Information: Personal and employment history for individuals involved.

• Financial Information: Assets and liabilities statement.

These documents are critical for potential bidders to understand the specific information and certifications required to submit a compliant proposal for the opportunity. They outline the data needed for cost estimation, business representation, background checks, and financial assessments.