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This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on June 25, 2025. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

BUS SERVICES MINOT AFB (Q/A Updated with extension and new Wage Determination) Extended to July 2nd

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FA452825-Q-TA02Federal

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The contract issued by the Department of the Air Force for school bus services at Minot Air Force Base involves providing comprehensive transportation solutions for approximately 700 students in grades K through 8, with services scheduled from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, from early November to mid-April. The contractor is responsible for supplying all personnel, equipment, supervision, and materials necessary to deliver safe and compliant bus transportation, adhering to a range of federal, state, and local standards, including the National Standards for Pupil Transportation, FMCSA regulations, and North Dakota state codes. The contract emphasizes compliance with safety and operational guidelines such as NFPA 10 and the North Dakota School Bus Driver's Guide, ensuring safety and reliability in service delivery. The solicitation, identified as FA452825-Q-TA02, was posted on June 25, 2025, with a response deadline of July 2, 2025. The contract has been extended to July 2nd, with updated questions and answers, as well as a new wage determination attached, reflecting adjustments to labor costs. The procurement process involves a combined solicitation approach, with points of contact provided for further inquiries. A key component of the proposal submission includes a Financial Questionnaire Sheet, which assesses the contractor’s responsibility through references, financial stability, and creditworthiness, supporting the evaluation process for award decisions. The contract aims to ensure a reliable, compliant, and safe transportation service for the students at Minot AFB, aligning with federal and state transportation standards.

General Info

Provide school bus transportation for 700 K-8 students at Minot AFB, Nov-Apr, weekdays.

NAICS

485410 - School and Employee Bus Transportation

Place of Performance

Minot AFB, ND, 58704, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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2025 BUS Quote Sheet - FA452825QTA02

XLSX, High priority: read this first1 page · rfq
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2025 School Bus Services PWS - Minot AFB

PDF, High priority: read this first22 pages · sow
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Dakota Elementary 2024-25 Route Stop Times

XLSX, High priority: read this first8 pages · specifications
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FA4528-25-Q-TA02 Attachment 4 - Responsibility Questionnaire

PDF, High priority: read this firstpast-performance
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FA4528-25-Q-TA02 Bus Services Minot AFB

PDF, High priority: read this first7 pages · rfq
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Memorial 2024-25 Route Stop Times

XLSX, High priority: read this first9 pages · specifications
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North Plains 2024-25 Route Stop Times

XLSX, High priority: read this first10 pages · specifications
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Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) - School Bus Services - Minot AFB

PDF, High priority: read this first10 pages · qasp
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SCA Wage Determination 2015-6025 (North Dakota)

PDF, High priority: read this first12 pages · wage-determination
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FA4528-25-Q-TA0 2 - Past and Present Performance Information Form (PPIF)

PDF, Low priority3 pages · past-performance
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Q&A Bus Services Minot AFB 2025

PDF, Low priority1 page · q-and-a
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Organization & Contact Information

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → F3C3CN 5 Cons
Contacts2 people available
OfficeMINOT AFB, ND, 58705-5003, USA
Office AddressMINOT AFB, ND, 58705-5003, USA

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Minot AFB is soliciting for school bus service, which will include the following: provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and services necessary to perform bus service as defined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS), and in accordance with National Standards for Pupil Transportation, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Title 49, volume 5 Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Public Instruction Office Services, North Dakota Century Code (Sections 15 & 39), the National Fire Protection Agency 10 (NFPA 10), and the State of North Dakota School Bus Driver's Guide. These publications mentioned will be adhered to when rendering school bus service at Minot Air Force Base (AFB), ND. The current estimated number of students utilizing the bus service at Minot AFB is 700 children in grades K through 8. This number is provided for informational purposes only. Actual numbers may vary. School bus service shall be provided between the hours of 0700 and 1630 Cst., Monday through Friday, beginning on or about 01 November and ending on or about 15 April. Added Q/A and supporting documents plus new wage determination attached

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