Shuttle Bus Rentals
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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 the Air Force at Columbus Air Force Base, MS, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Shuttle Bus Rentals to support the America 250th Freedom Fest. This requirement is for 20 buses and drivers to provide transportation services on July 4-5, 2026. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due June 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all materials, equipment, management, coordination, labor, and transportation required to shuttle visitors. This includes supplying 20 buses, each with a minimum capacity of 44 passengers, along with qualified drivers. Shuttling will occur between designated pick-up (SAC Ramp) and drop-off (ECP 5/Walker Center) points at Columbus AFB. Buses must arrive adequately fueled, as refueling at CAFB facilities is not permitted. Drivers must possess a Real ID, require base access, and are subject to vehicle inspections. Buses must not deviate from the assigned route when transporting guests.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code (PSC): V222 (Passenger Motor Charter Service)
- NAICS Code: 485510 (Bus and other motor vehicle transit)
- Size Standard: $19,000,000.00
Period & Place of Performance
- Date: July 4, 2026, 6:00 AM to July 5, 2026, 1:00 AM
- Place: Walker Center (Building 1030), Columbus Air Force Base, MS 39710
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: June 19, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC
- Evaluation Factors: Price and Technical Acceptance. Technical and Past Performance, when combined, are equal to price.
- Questions Due: June 12, 2026, 12:00 P.M. CST (This deadline has passed).
Important Notes
A finalized Statement of Work (SOW) and a Wage Determination document are included as attachments. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and fringe benefits comply with the Service Contract Act.
Contact Information
- Primary: Holly Walters (holly.walters.2@us.af.mil, 6624347807)
- Secondary: Dylan Booth (Dylan.booth.1@us.af.mil, 6624342662)