Sources Sought: USAGM Kuwait Transmitting Station - Transportation Services

The U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) is conducting market research to identify qualified local businesses capable of providing comprehensive transportation services for the Kuwait Transmitting Station located in the North of Mutla Ridge area. The services include bus transportation, mini van/full-size SUV services, and a dedicated full-size SUV for Foreign Service Officers, covering three shifts (day, mid, and night) with routes throughout Kuwait City areas and the Salmiya region. Interested offerors must demonstrate their capability by submitting a Statement of Capability that includes at least two contracts showing previous work experience in the North of Mutla Ridge area, a statement of their ability to execute the project, and documentation of years of experience maintaining similar services. Key requirements include providing vehicles no older than three years, maintaining proper licensing and insurance, and ensuring drivers have valid Kuwait licenses with minimum five years of driving experience. The deadline for submitting responses is September 5, 2025 at 12:00 PM EDT, and all submissions must be in English with a cover letter containing company details.

This sources sought notice does not indicate any set-aside designations and makes no mention of current contractors or incumbents for this requirement. The contract will be structured as a firm-fixed-price arrangement with pricing required on a per-shift basis, with submissions needing to include costs in both U.S. Dollars and Kuwaiti Dinars. The service period is defined as one year, beginning September 30, 2025 and ending September 29, 2026. The contractor will be required to provide weekly transportation schedules, maintain vehicles to manufacturer specifications, and conduct quarterly customer satisfaction surveys. The opportunity falls under NAICS Code 485510 (Charter Bus Industry) and PSC Code 4141 (Local Bus Charter Service). No specific contract value or budget range has been disclosed in this pre-solicitation phase.