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 is soliciting proposals for Shuttle Bus Rentals to support the America 250th Freedom Fest at Columbus Air Force Base, MS. This requirement is for bus transportation and drivers on July 4-5, 2026. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. An amendment was issued to increase the required quantity of buses. Questions are due by June 12, 2026, 12:00 P.M. CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all materials, equipment, management, coordination, labor, and transportation necessary to shuttle visitors from designated pick-up points to drop-off points at Columbus AFB. This includes bus rentals and drivers for the event.
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: V222 (Passenger Motor Charter Service)
- NAICS Code: 485510 (Bus and other motor vehicle transit)
- Size Standard: $19,000,000.00
- Place of Performance: Walker Center (Building 1030), Columbus Air Force Base, MS 39710
- Period of Performance: July 4, 2026, 6:00 AM to July 5, 2026, 1:00 AM (0600L July 4th - 0100L July 5th)
Key Requirements
- Provide a minimum of 20 buses, each with a minimum capacity of 44 passengers.
- Supply a driver with each shuttle bus.
- Drivers must arrive at Columbus AFB SAC Ramp at 6:00 AM (0600L) on July 4th for instructions.
- Drivers require base access and are subject to vehicle inspections.
- Buses must be adequately fueled, with refueling permitted at CAFB facilities.
- Buses must not deviate from designated routes.
Submission & Evaluation
- Questions Due: June 12, 2026, 12:00 P.M. CST
- Evaluation Factors: Price and Technical Acceptance. Technical and past performance, when combined, are equal to price.
Important Notes
- A Wage Determination (Attachment 2) is included, outlining minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations in Mississippi counties, which bidders must adhere to.
- All coordination should be accomplished with the Government Technical Representative.
- Primary Point of Contact: Holly Walters (holly.walters.2@us.af.mil, 662-434-7807).