70FBR926Q00000010.pdf

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION

(THIS IS NOT AN ORDER)

THIS RFQ IS IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE

15. DATE OF QUOTATION

16. SIGNER

a. NAME (Type or print)

c. TITLE (Type or print)

b. TELEPHONE

AREA CODE

NUMBER

STANDARD FORM 18 (REV. 6/1995)

Prescribed by GSA-FAR (48 CFR) 53.215-1(a)

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

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8. TO:

b. COMPANYa. NAME

c. STREET ADDRESS

d. CITY e. STATE f. ZIP CODE

9. DESTINATION

a. NAME OF CONSIGNEE

b. STREET ADDRESS

d. STATE e. ZIP CODE

7. DELIVERY

FOB DESTINATION

OTHER

(See Schedule)

10. PLEASE FURNISH QUOTATIONS TO THE

ISSUING OFFICE IN BLOCK 5a ON OR BEFORE CLOSE OF BUSINESS (Date)

IMPORTANT: This is a request for information and quotations furnished are not offers. If you are unable to quote, please so indicate on this form and return it to the address in Block 5a. This request does not commit the Government to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the submission of this quotation or to contract for supplies or service. Supplies are of domestic origin unless otherwise indicated by quoter. Any representations and/or certifications attached to this Request for Quotation must be completed by the quoter.

11. SCHEDULE (Include applicable Federal, State and local taxes)

ITEM NUMBER

(a)

SUPPLIES/SERVICES

(b)

QUANTITY

(c)

UNIT

(d)

UNIT PRICE

(e)

AMOUNT

(f)

12. DISCOUNT FOR PROMPT PAYMENT

a. 10 CALENDAR DAYS (%) b. 20 CALENDAR DAYS (%) c. 30 CALENDAR DAYS (%) d. CALENDAR DAYS

NUMBER PERCENTAGE

NOTE: Additional provisions and representations are are not attached.

13. NAME AND ADDRESS OF QUOTER

a. NAME OF QUOTER

b. STREET ADDRESS

c. COUNTY

d. CITY e. STATE f. ZIP CODE

14. SIGNATURE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO

SIGN QUOTATION

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1. REQUEST NUMBER 2. DATE ISSUED 3. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NUMBER 4. CERT. FOR NAT. DEF.

UNDER BDSA REG. 2

AND/OR DMS REG. 1

RATING

5a. ISSUED BY 6. DELIVER BY (Date)

NAME TELEPHONE NUMBER

AREA CODE NUMBER

c. CITY

5b. FOR INFORMATION CALL (NO COLLECT CALLS)

FEMA REGION 09

1111 BROADWAY SUITE 1200

OAKLAND CA 94607-4052

70FBR926Q00000010

Demetria Carter

627-7241

05/23/2026

05/24/2026 1600 PAS

Multiple

The Department of Homeland Security

(DHS) Federal Emergency Management

Agency (FEMA) Procurement Section is issuing this urgent Request for

Quotation (RFQ) for the purpose of procuring the rental of the transportation of barge, vessel, and boat within the Commonwealth of the

Northern Mariana Islands for disaster declaration 4910-MP.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with part 12, and part 15. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation.

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OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

Sponsored by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

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NSN 7540-01-152-8067

70FBR926Q00000010

Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

The solicitation number 70FBR926Q00000010 is issued as a request for quotes (RFQ) for the rental of the transportation of a barge, vessel, and boat to and from the island of

Managaha / Saipan in support the operations within DR4910-MP.

This acquisition is a set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.

The contract period of performance is 6 days from the date of award.

The quotation shall be submitted to the

Contracting Officer, Demetria Carter at demetria.carter@fema.dhs.gov and cc:

kimberly.sanders@fema.dhs.gov no later than

4:00 pm PAS, May 25, 2026.

0001 6 DAOne (1) Low Draft Barge capable of transporting green debris, with required manpower

0002 6 DAOne (1) Vessel capable of transporting the barge inter-island

0003 6 DAOne (1) Boat for transport of twenty (20) personnel

0004 6 DAOne (1) All-terrain Vehicle and tow-behind

Trailer

0005 EAUse of reusable jumbo loading bags

A - Solicitation/Contract Form B - Supplies or Services/Prices C - Description/Specifications D - Packaging and Marking E - Inspection and Acceptance F - Deliveries or Performance G - Contract Administration Data H - Special Contract Requirements I - Contract Clauses J - List of Documents, Exhibits and Other Attachments K - Representations, Certifications, and Other Statements of Bidders L - Instructions,Conditions, and Notices to Bidders M - Evaluation Factors for Award

A - Solicitation/Contract Form

52.212-4 Terms and Conditions-Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (NOV 2023) (Deviation AUG 2025)

52.240-90 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications. (Deviation AUG 2025)

B - Supplies or Services/Prices

C - Description/Specifications

D - Packaging and Marking

E - Inspection and Acceptance

F - Deliveries or Performance

G - Contract Administration Data

H - Special Contract Requirements

I - Contract Clauses

52.202-1 Definitions. (JUN 2020)

52.203-5 Covenant Against Contingent Fees. (MAY 2014)

52.203-7 Anti-Kickback Procedures. (JUN 2020)

52.203-17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights. (NOV 2023)

52.204-19 Incorporation by Reference of Representations and Certifications. (DEC 2014)

52.216-25 Contract Definitization. (OCT 2010)

(a) A Firm Fixed Price definitive contract is contemplated. The Contractor agrees to begin promptly negotiating with the Contracting Officer the terms of a definitive contract that will include (1) all clauses required by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) on the date of execution of the letter contract, (2) all clauses required by law on the date of execution of the definitive contract, and (3) any other mutually agreeable clauses, terms, and conditions. The Contractor agrees to submit a fixed price proposal, including data other than certified cost or pricing data, and certified cost or pricing data, in accordance with FAR 15.408, Table 15-2, supporting its proposal.

(b) The schedule for definitizing this contract is: [insert target date for definitization of the contract and dates for submission of proposal, beginning of negotiations, and, if appropriate, submission of make-or-buy and subcontracting plans and certified cost or pricing data]

(c) If agreement on a definitive contract to supersede this letter contract is not reached by the target date in paragraph (b) above, or within any extension of it granted by the Contracting Officer, the Contracting Officer may, with the approval of the head of the contracting activity, determine a reasonable price or fee in accordance with subpart 15.4 and part 31 of the FAR, subject to Contractor appeal as provided in the Disputes clause. In any event, the Contractor shall proceed with completion of the contract, subject only to the Limitation of Government Liability clause.

(1) After the Contracting Officer's determination of price or fee, the contract shall be governed by-

(i) All clauses required by the FAR on the date of execution of this letter contract for either fixed-price or cost-reimbursement contracts, as determined by the Contracting Officer under this paragraph (c);

(ii) All clauses required by law as of the date of the Contracting Officer's determination; and

(iii) Any other clauses, terms, and conditions mutually agreed upon.

(2) To the extent consistent with subparagraph (c)(1) above, all clauses, terms, and conditions included in this letter contract shall continue in effect, except those that by their nature apply only to a letter contract.

(End of clause)

52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons. (OCT 2025)

52.226-8 Encouraging Contractor Policies To Ban Text Messaging While Driving. (MAY 2024)

52.232-4 Payments Under Transportation Contracts and Transportation-Related Services Contracts.

(APR 1984)

52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations. (JUN 2013)

52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors. (MAR 2023)

52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim. (OCT 2004)

52.226-4 Notice of Disaster or Emergency Area Set-Aside. (NOV 2007)

(a) Set-aside area. Offers are solicited only from businesses residing or primarily doing business in Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Offers received from other businesses shall not be considered.

(b) This set-aside is in addition to any small business set-aside contained in this contract.

(End of clause)

J - List of Documents, Exhibits and Other Attachments

Attachment Number Title Date

1 Statement of Work 05/24/2026

K - Representations, Certifications, and Other Statements of Bidders

52.226-3 Disaster or Emergency Area Representation. (NOV 2007)

(a) Set-aside area. The area covered in this contract is: Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.

(b) Representations. The offeror represents that it ___ does ___ does not reside or primarily do business in the set-aside area.

(c) An offeror is considered to be residing or primarily doing business in the set-aside area if, during the last twelve months-

(1) The offeror had its main operating office in the area; and

(2) That office generated at least half of the offeror's gross revenues and employed at least half of the offeror's permanent employees.

(d) If the offeror does not meet the criteria in paragraph (c) of this provision, factors to be considered in determining whether an offeror resides or primarily does business in the set-aside area include-

(1) Physical location(s) of the offeror's permanent office(s) and date any office in the set-aside area(s) was established;

(2) Current state licenses;

(3) Record of past work in the set-aside area(s) (e.g., how much and for how long);

(4) Contractual history the offeror has had with subcontractors and/or suppliers in the set-aside area;

(5) Percentage of the offeror's gross revenues attributable to work performed in the set-aside area;

(6) Number of permanent employees the offeror employs in the set-aside area;

(7) Membership in local and state organizations in the set-aside area; and

(8) Other evidence that establishes the offeror resides or primarily does business in the set-aside area. For example, sole proprietorships may submit utility bills and bank statements.

(e) If the offeror represents it resides or primarily does business in the set-aside area, the offeror shall furnish documentation to support its representation if requested by the Contracting Officer.

The solicitation may require the offeror to submit with its offer documentation to support the representation.

(End of provision)

L - Instructions,Conditions, and Notices to Bidders

52.204-7 System for Award Management-Registration. (NOV 2024) (Deviation AUG 2025)

52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (SEP 2023) (Deviation AUG 2025)

M - Evaluation Factors for Award

52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (NOV 2021) (Deviation AUG 2025)

(a) Evaluation factors. The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible Offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors will be used to evaluate offers:

1. Technical Capability

• Barge Specifications: Ability to provide a low draft barge suitable for green debris transport, including load capacity, draft requirements, and required manpower.

• Vessel Specifications: Capability to provide a vessel for safe and efficient inter-island transport of the barge, including towing/pushing capacity and navigation equipment.

• Personnel Boat: Provision of a boat with capacity for at least 20 personnel, including safety equipment and compliance with maritime regulations.

• All-terrain Vehicle & Trailer: Availability of an ATV and tow-behind trailer suitable for debris transport, including payload capacity and terrain adaptability.

• Reusable Jumbo Loading Bags: Supply of reusable loading bags, including durability, size, and compliance with environmental standards.

2. Operational Readiness

• Maintenance: Demonstrated ability to maintain all equipment in serviceable condition throughout the rental period, including preventive and corrective maintenance plans.

• Refueling: Provision of timely refueling services for all units as needed, including fuel type compatibility and response time.

3. Cost

• Pricing: Competitive and transparent pricing structure for rental, maintenance, refueling, and support services.

• Cost Breakdown: Detailed breakdown of costs for each asset and service.

RATING:

Acceptable (Quotation meets the requirements of the solicitation) Unacceptable (Quotation does not meet the requirements of the solicitation)

(b) Options (if applicable). The Government will evaluate offers for award purposes by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. The Government may determine that an offer is unacceptable if the option prices are significantly unbalanced. The evaluation of options does not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s).

(c) Notice of award. A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer furnished to the successful Offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer's specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.

(End of provision)

FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY

STATEMENT OF WORK

FOR RENTAL OF VESSEL TO & FROM MANAGAHA

AND ASSSOCIATED SERVICES

1. Background Information: The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA or Government) provides response and recovery operations to Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands in response to Federally declared disaster DR-4910-MP or other significant emergencies.

The Federal Government will need assistance getting to and from the island of Managaha to handle the green debris by sending personnel and equipment to the island.

1.1 Description of Services/Introduction: This Statement of Work (SOW) describes the requirement to provide personnel, equipment and related services in support of disaster declarations on the Island of Managaha, CNMI.

1.2 Locations: Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands. The Contractor must possess the capacity and capability to provide the service outlined in this Scope of Work on the Islands of Saipan and Managaha, CNMI.

1.3 Objectives: Establish a Firm Fixed-Price contract with a local contractor for the rental of the transportation and related services.

1.4 Scope: The contractor shall provide the following:

- One (1) 20-Ton Low Draft Barge capable of transporting green debris, with required manpower

- One (1) Vessel capable of transporting the barge inter-island

- One (1) Boat for transport of twenty (20) personnel

- One (1) All-terrain Vehicle and tow-behind Trailer

- Use of reusable jumbo loading bags

- Maintenance of equipment to remain in serviceable condition at all times.

- Refueling of units as needed.

1.5 General Information:

1.5.1 Hours of Operation: The contractor is responsible for conducting business responding to calls between 7am and 5pm, Sunday through Saturday.

1.5.2 Type of Contract: The Government intends to award at least one but could award multiple Firm Fixed-Price contracts to support this effort.

1.5.3 Period of Performance: The Period of Performance (POP) will be a base period of six days (6) days.

2. Definitions:

2.1 Contractor: A supplier or vendor awarded a contract to provide specific supplies or service to FEMA.

2.2 Contracting Officer (CO): This is a person with authority to enter, administer, and or terminate contracts, and make related determinations and findings on behalf of the government.

The CO is the only individual legally authorized to bind the government. The CO is the only authorized person to extend the contract.

2.3 Contracting Officer Representative (COR). This is an employee of FEMA appointed by the CO to administer the contract. Such appointment shall be in writing and shall state the scope of authority and limitations. This individual has authority to provide technical direction to the contractor as long as that direction is within the scope of the contract, does not constitute a change, and has no funding implications. This individual does NOT have authority to change the terms and conditions of the contract.

2.4 Subcontractor. This is one that enters into a contract with a prime contractor. The Government does not have privacy of contract with the subcontractor.

2.5 Equipment Rental. This item represents the Contractor’s requirement to provide equipment as specified and will be separately billed as a rental of the equipment for the specified period as outlined in Section 6.0.

2.6 Initial Delivery and Relocation of Equipment: Initial deliveries and relocation of equipment will be coordinated between the CO or COR. Direction given by anyone other than the CO or COR are to be directed back to the FEMA contracting office for approval before execution. The Contractor will deliver units that are operational and fully fueled.

2.7 Maintenance Services. The Contractor will respond to service calls to repair a non-working equipment within 4 hours of notification by the CO or COR. The Contractor has the option of repairing the non-working unit at its location or replacing it with an operating unit.

2.8 Removal of equipment: Upon completion of specified POP the contractor shall remove any equipment or associated service to maintain equipment from their location within 72 hours. The 72-hour period is not chargeable usage time to FEMA. If the Government determines that the equipment needs to be removed prior to the period of performance ending, the contractor will only be paid for the time the equipment is leased.

2.9 Re-Spotting of equipment: At times FEMA may request the movement of a equipment to another location or site. This service will include the movement of equipment t from one location to another.

2.10 Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) of Equipment: The contractor shall perform PMCS on all equipment as often as necessary to ensure they are secure and in functional operation.

2.11 Fueling required equipment: FEMA will be responsible for fueling the equipment once the initial fuel has been used.

3.0 Contractor Furnished Items and Responsibilities:

3.1 General: The contractor shall provide all equipment, supplies, tools, materials, repair parts, labor, transportation, and management oversight to perform the requirements under this contract.

3.2 Vehicles: Contractor vehicles shall be registered, in accordance with all current applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, ordinances and regulations. All vehicle operators shall possess valid driver licenses to be allowed on the site. Some FEMA sites such as military and other governmental facilities may require proof of U.S. citizenship to gain access.

3.3 Contractor Equipment: The Contractor must own its own equipment.

4.0 Specific Tasks:

Intent is to take two round trips per day; out in the morning, fill up the barge and move to Saipan, offload and return, load up again and transport debris and 20 packs back to Saipan.

4.1 Basic Services: Services under this contract will be established by the CO. Repair services will be performed on a “as needed” basis. The COR will contact the Contractor’s PM and request servicing of a specific equipment.

Services will include:

a. Transportation of personnel from Saipan to Managaha and back daily

b. Use of Barge to transport Green Debris

c. Use of Vessel to transport the barge inter-island

d. Maintain all equipment in a serviceable condition at all times

e. Refuel all equipment as needed

f. Provide all operators to use equipment

g. Use of reusable loading bags

h. Use of an ATV and tow-behind trailer

5.0. Special Requirements:

5.1. Safety Standards: The contractor shall comply with Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) requirements. Each item of equipment or property furnished under this contract shall be in safe operational condition and shall comply with all Federal Safety Standards, the American National Standards, and all State Safety Regulations applicable to the equipment and or property.

6.0 Deliverables:

6.1 Reports: The contractor shall maintain detailed accurate records of the delivery of equipment and associated services under this contract. These records shall be made available to FEMA at any time requested for the duration of this contract.

6.2 Quotes: The contractor shall submit quotes for services in response to this Request for Quotation (RFQ). Price quotes shall include delivery, set up, maintenance, servicing and final pick-up charges. Rentals will be for daily periods.

6.3 Invoice Format: The Contractor’s monthly invoice shall contain monthly rental costs for each unit provided. The contractor shall invoice the Government per month. Invoices will be submitted via e-mail to FEMA-Finance-Vendor-Payments@fema.dhs.gov. The contractor shall submit invoices no later than the 5th day of the month following the end of the billing month.

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