Questions and Answers_APT.pdf
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- HTC71126RE122
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This document is a Questions and Answers file related to the "All Ports Turkey S&RTS" solicitation (HTC71126RE122) issued by the Department of Defense United States Transportation Command. The solicitation seeks a contractor to provide Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) at designated seaports in Turkey, with tasks to be completed in a manner prioritizing safety, efficiency, and support for U.S. Warfighters. The Q&A document was posted on 2025.11.20, indicating an active procurement process for comprehensive maritime logistics and port management services in the Turkey region.
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| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Synopsis of Award - APT.pdf | ||
| Amendment - HTC71126RE1220001.pdf | ||
| R1_Questions and Answers_APT.pdf | ||
| R2_Questions and Answers_APT.pdf | ||
| Solicitation - HTC71126RE122.pdf | ||
| Attachment 3 - Mission Essential Plan_APT.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment 2 - Schedule of Rates_APT.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Attachment 4 - RFP Information and General Compliance Worksheet_APT.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Synopsis_APT.pdf | ||
| Solicitation - HTC71126RE122.pdf | ||
| Attachment 5 - Technical Worksheet_APT.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment 1 - Performance Work Statement_APT.pdf |
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QUESTION
DATE
RECEIVED
PROSPECTIVE VENDOR'S QUESTION DATE OF REPLY GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE AMEND RFP?
1 18-Nov-25
I know, the US Government has requested for pricing for 9 ports around Turkey. Can you please confirm the anticipated number of Port Calls / number of operations per port per year
20-Nov-25 Cargo quantities for each port are provided on SOR. ARTRANs does not provide average port calls
No
2 18-Nov-25 Average duration of vessels stays in port and average number of days per operations ?
20-Nov-25 Average vessel stay 72 hrs. Port mission 5-20 days on average No
18-Nov-25
Any historical data for the number of operations per port and in which port ?
20-Nov-25 No data for the last 5 years. Estimated services, equipment, and labor to be utilized in the next 5 years are provided in the SOR
No
19-Nov-25
Can you confirm the final list of Turkish ports included in the performance area (commercial and military), and whether any additional ports may be added later?
20-Nov-25 Ports are specified in the PWS and SOR, no additional ports at this time.
No
19-Nov-25
Will operations require simultaneous support at multiple ports, and what is the expected frequency of multi-port missions?
20-Nov-25 Not a common occurrence, but required to support DoD cargo movements.
No
6 19-Nov-25 Will port tariffs be reimbursable by the Government, or must they be included fully in commodity rates?
20-Nov-25 Contractor needs to include in commodity rates No
7 19-Nov-25 What is the expected number of yearly missions or vessels based on historical averages in Turkey?
20-Nov-25 Estimated cargo quantities for each port are provided on SOR. No
19-Nov-25
Does the Government require pre-approval of Turkish subcontractors? We work with several contractors, and we want to make sure we hire licensed approved contractors in Turkey.
20-Nov-25 USG security vetting and subcontractor/3PL requirements are provided in the PWS.
No
20-Nov-25
On Page 10 of the PWS - The Contractor shall be responsible on behalf of the USG for cargo handling costs related to “handling and movement of USG cargo” associated to port offered services not associated to “vessel” i.e., berthing, wharfage, landing fees, husbandry, or other vessel charge/fees etc. All commodity rates applicable to this contract are inclusive of all labor, equipment and port handling/tariff costs related to the handling and movement of cargo. On these services, are the taxes paid sent separately or included in the work that is completed in 1 invoice?
20-Nov-25 Contractor should include these costs into the commodity rate.
ARTRANs will not pay these items seperately
No
20-Nov-25
We would respectfully ask the contracting officer to extend the deadline, if possible, due to the upcoming holiday in the
US.
20-Nov-25 Currently, TCAQ is not extending the due date for this solicitation.
The due date remains 01 December 2025 at 0600 CST.
No
20-Nov-25 Are the questions and replies posted for the solicitation? 20-Nov-25 Yes. No
SOLICITATION Q&A LOG
HTC71126RE122 All Ports Turkey S&RTS
UPDATED: 18 November 2025
Round 1
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