Amended Tyndall Air Force Base - NAF School Bus
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA481924QA031
- Agency
-
Air Combat Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 336211 Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing
- PSC
- 2310 Passenger Motor Vehicles
- Place of performance
- Tyndall AFB, Florida 32403, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The 325th Contracting Squadron at Tyndall Air Force Base is seeking to procure a school bus to provide transportation for students at the Tyndall Air Force Base Academy and Youth Center. The key requirements include a bus capable of accommodating at least 83 passengers with advanced safety features such as integrated seatbelts, multiple emergency exits, ABS, and airbags. The bus must also have a reliable engine, durable transmission, responsive steering, and robust electrical systems. The procurement will be evaluated based on technical capability and price, with the goal of selecting the most advantageous proposal. Responses to this Request for Quote (RFQ) must be submitted via email by March 25, 2024 at 1:00 PM CST.
This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) acquisition, so the Small Business Act and related FAR guidance do not apply. The NAICS code is 485410 (School and Employee Bus Transportation), and the PSC code is 2310 (Passenger Motor Vehicles). There is no set-aside designation, and the government reserves the right to award without discussions or make no award. The place of performance is Tyndall Air Force Base, FL 32403.
Notice text
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Update #2 · Latest ·
The purpose of this amendment is to adjust the minimum passenger capacity requirement from 83 to 77, allowing for greater flexibility in bus selection. Additionally, it stipulates that only buses in new condition will be deemed eligible. Furthermore, please note that the due date for submitting quotes has been extended to accommodate these changes.
The 325th Contracting Squadron is seeking qualified vendors to fulfill a requirement for a School Bus with the attached Salient Characteristics document.
Any reference to the Federal Acquisition Regulation made in this combined synopsis/solicitation is contingent upon Contracting Officer discretion and shall be regarded by general principle; the procurement of this acquisition shall align with AFI 64-301 Nonappropriated Fund Contracting Policy, Attachment 2 [Two], Mandatory NAF Contracting Requirements, paragraph A2.7, “Public Law 85-536, Small Business Act of 1958 and FAR guidance relative to small business and other award-preference programs do not apply to NAF contracting. NAF contracts shall be awarded to the firm whose proposal is most advantageous to the NAFI [Nonappropriated Fund Instrumentality].”
The solicitation number is FA481924QA031
Procuring a school bus for the students at Tyndall AFB - Academy and Youth center is crucial because it will provide a safe and reliable mode of transportation for students.
We are seeking a school bus designed to accommodate at least 77 passengers, necessitates a robust set of performance requirements with a paramount focus on safety and reliability. With an emphasis on passenger well-being, the bus should
feature integrated seat belts for all occupants, multiple accessible emergency exits, and advanced safety measures like ABS and airbags. The engine must provide ample power for smooth acceleration, complemented by a durable transmission system and responsive steering for optimal control. Reliability components such as a proven engine, dependable transmission, and robust electrical systems are imperative, along with puncture-resistant tires. Regular maintenance provisions, compliance with safety standards, effective climate control, communication systems, and unobstructed visibility for the driver further contribute to the holistic performance and safety profile of the school bus.
RESPONSES. Responses shall be submitted via e-mail to A1C Fernando Zamora Amezcua at fernando.zamora_amezcua@us.af.mil, and to TSgt Justin Merritt at justin.merritt.1@us.af.mil no later than Monday, March 25, 2024, at 1:00 PM CST. Proprietary information, if any, should be minimized and MUST BE CLEARLY MARKED. To aid the Government, please segregate proprietary information. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned.
1. Request for Quote (RFQ)
2. NAF Clause Set
3. Salient Characteristics
4. Tyndall-Logos
5. DAFMAN_64-119
Update #1 ·
The 325th Contracting Squadron is seeking qualified vendors to fulfill a requirement for a School Bus with the attached Salient Characteristics document.
Any reference to the Federal Acquisition Regulation made in this combined synopsis/solicitation is contingent upon Contracting Officer discretion and shall be regarded by general principle; the procurement of this acquisition shall align with AFI 64-301 Nonappropriated Fund Contracting Policy, Attachment 2 [Two], Mandatory NAF Contracting Requirements, paragraph A2.7, “Public Law 85-536, Small Business Act of 1958 and FAR guidance relative to small business and other award-preference programs do not apply to NAF contracting. NAF contracts shall be awarded to the firm whose proposal is most advantageous to the NAFI [Nonappropriated Fund Instrumentality].”
The solicitation number is FA481924QA031
Procuring a school bus for the students at Tyndall AFB - Academy and Youth center iscrucial because it will provide a safe and reliable mode of transportation for students. It will also reduce traffic congestion and pollution, keep students punctual and active, and promote a sense of responsibility among children. Additionally, it will give parents peace of mind knowing that their children are traveling to and from school safely.
We are seeking a school bus designed to accommodate at least 83 passengers, necessitates a robust set of performance requirements with a paramount focus on safety and reliability. With an emphasis on passenger well-being, the bus should
feature integrated seat belts for all occupants, multiple accessible emergency exits, and advanced safety measures like ABS and airbags. The engine must provide ample power for smooth acceleration, complemented by a durable transmission system and responsive steering for optimal control. Reliability components such as a proven engine, dependable transmission, and robust electrical systems are imperative, along with puncture-resistant tires. Regular maintenance provisions, compliance with safety standards, effective climate control, communication systems, and unobstructed visibility for the driver further contribute to the holistic performance and safety profile of the school bus.
RESPONSES. Responses shall be submitted via e-mail to A1C Fernando Zamora Amezcua at fernando.zamora_amezcua@us.af.mil, and to TSgt Justin Merritt at justin.merritt.1@us.af.mil no later than Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at 1:00 PM CST. Proprietary information, if any, should be minimized and MUST BE CLEARLY MARKED. To aid the Government, please segregate proprietary information. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned.
1. Request for Quote (RFQ)
2. NAF Clause Set
3. Salient Characteristics
4. Tyndall-Logos
5. DAFMAN_64-119
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