Custom Clearance

This contract authorizes the appointed service provider to deliver Customs Clearance Services for the United States Visiting Forces in the United Kingdom, specifically at RAF Mildenhall. The provider is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate customs clearance within a three-business-day window, utilizing the HM Revenue and Customs Customs Declaration System (CDS). The service involves entering data into the HMRC system to facilitate exemption from import duties and VAT, with strict quality controls allowing no more than three validated errors within a 30-day period. The provider must have access to the necessary customs portals and maintain a working copy of CDS to perform these tasks effectively. Emphasizing efficiency and cost savings, the contractor is encouraged to employ innovative methods and propose procedural improvements for US Government review, ensuring compliance with USVF customs standards and guidelines. The contract also stipulates that the service provider must supply trained, competent customs agents capable of consistently meeting the standards required for USVF operations. The scope includes not only executing customs clearance but also ensuring the exemption from import duties and VAT is correctly applied and maintained, with performance measured by successful cargo clearances without charges for exempt areas. The contract, posted by the Department of the Air Force with a response deadline of August 12, 2025, is structured as a combined solicitation with no set-aside restrictions, and it falls under NAICS code 488510. The agreement incorporates clauses related to operational continuity, crisis response, and essential contractor services, ensuring the contractor’s responsibilities extend to maintaining mission-critical functions during emergencies. Contact points for the contract include Nathan Worswick and Valerie Cuevas, with further details accessible via the provided online link.