DTC Transportation - Performance Work Statement.pdf

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

Coach Bus Transportation Services Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL), New Jersey

1.0 PURPOSE

The purpose of this requirement is to obtain contractor-provided coach buses and qualified drivers to transport military members arriving at or departing from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL). Transportation includes movement between the Passenger Terminal, the Deployment Transition Center (DTC), designated airports, and daily morale/wellness outings to Center City Philadelphia, PA and the American Dream Mall, NJ.

2.0 SCOPE

The contractor shall provide four (4) passenger coach buses, with the capability to provide an additional four (4) buses within 24 hours of notice. Services shall operate 12 hours per day, 7 days per week, supporting recurring transportation missions as described in this PWS. The contractor shall furnish all labor, vehicles, fuel, maintenance, and management necessary to perform the required transportation services.

3.0 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The period of performance for this requirement is one (1) year from the date of contract award.

All services, buses, drivers, and surge capability requirements described in this PWS shall be fully available and operational throughout the entire period of performance.

4.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

The contractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including but not limited to:

• New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) commercial passenger vehicle safety requirements

• Liability of Insurance documents

• Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations

• JBMDL installation access and security requirements

5.0 REQUIREMENTS

5.1 Vehicle Requirements

The contractor shall provide coach buses that meet the following minimum standards:

• Compliant with all NJDOT safety requirements

• Fully functioning climate control (heating and air conditioning)

• Clean, safe, and well-maintained interior and exterior

• Sufficient seating capacity for standard military passenger loads

• Operational luggage storage compartments

• ADA-compliant features when required by mission needs

5.2 Driver Requirements

All contractor-provided drivers shall:

• Hold a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) appropriate for operating a passenger coach bus

• Pass all required background checks to obtain JBMDL base access

• Maintain compliance with all FMCSA and state driving regulations

• Present a professional appearance and conduct

5.3 Daily Operating Schedule

The contractor shall operate buses 12 hours per day, 7 days per week, supporting the following missions:

5.3.1 On-Base Transportation

• Pick up military members from the JBMDL Passenger Terminal

• Transport them to the Deployment Transition Center (DTC) (approx. 5 miles)

• Frequency: As required by daily flight arrivals

5.3.2 Airport Transportation

Each day, buses shall conduct:

• Two (2) round trips to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

• Two (2) round trips to Newark International Airport (EWR)

5.3.3 Daily Outings

The contractor shall provide transportation for morale/wellness outings:

• One (1) bus to Center City Philadelphia, PA

• One (1) bus to American Dream Mall, NJ

• Each outing includes a 5-hour stay at the destination before returning to JBMDL

• These are separate buses, not a single bus performing both trips

5.4 Surge Capability

The contractor shall provide up to four (4) additional buses within 24 hours of government notification to support increased operational tempo or surge requirements.

6.0 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

All services shall be performed at or originating from:

Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL), New Jersey

7.0 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY (GFP)

The Government will provide no government-furnished property for this requirement.

8.0 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The contractor shall:

• Provide all buses, drivers, fuel, maintenance, and management

• Ensure all vehicles remain fully mission-capable throughout the performance period

• Ensure all drivers maintain required credentials and base access

• Coordinate with government personnel for daily schedules and mission adjustments

• Ensure timely arrival and departure for all transportation missions

• Maintain communication with the designated government point of contact

9.0 INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

Inspection and acceptance of all services will be conducted by:

87th Contracting Squadron (87 CONS) Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ

The Government reserves the right to inspect buses and driver credentials at any time to ensure compliance with this PWS.

10.0 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

Drivers must meet JBMDL access requirements, including background checks and vetting procedures. The contractor shall ensure all personnel comply with installation security, safety, and operational rules.

11.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE

The Government will evaluate contractor performance in accordance with a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP), which may include:

• Random inspections

• Schedule adherence monitoring

• Customer feedback

• Safety compliance checks