Stevedoring & Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) Bremerhaven, Germany
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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 US Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) has posted a Justification and Approval (J&A) regarding modification P00008 to the existing contract for Stevedoring & Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) in Bremerhaven, Germany (Contract HTC71122DR014). This J&A justifies an increase to the contract ceiling for the current incumbent due to urgent operational needs.
Scope of Action
This modification (P00008) is a ceiling increase to the current S&RTS contract. The increase is necessitated by a significant rise in operational tempo at the Bremerhaven port, driven by a strategic shift towards "Port Optimization" over "Port Diversity." This is the second ceiling increase for this contract, with the first (P00005) occurring on November 25, 2024. The increased ceiling will cover operations through the existing period of performance, which ends October 31, 2027.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Existing Stevedoring & Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) contract (HTC71122DR014)
- Action: Justification and Approval (J&A) for modification P00008
- Authority: "Unusual and Compelling Urgency" (41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(2) and FAR 6.302-2)
- Place of Performance: Bremerhaven, Germany
- Product Service Code: V114 (Stevedoring)
- Set-Aside: None specified for this modification
- Incumbent: Not explicitly named, but the J&A cites the incumbent contractor's specialized expertise and proven reliability as essential to avoid a break in critical services.
Key Takeaways for Future Opportunities
Competitive offers were not solicited for this specific modification, and notice was not posted per FAR 5.202(a)(12) due to the urgent nature and location. However, the government explicitly states that a recompete is being worked, and they anticipate soliciting the follow-on acquisition using full and open competition. Interested parties should monitor SAM.gov for future solicitations related to these services.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Nashae J. Perez (nashae.j.perez.civ@mail.mil)
- Secondary Contact: Kenneth A. Smith (kenneth.a.smith439.civ@mail.mil)