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Disaster Overseas Transportation Support - U.S. Virgin Islands/Puerto Rico

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FEMA is seeking commercial solutions for disaster overseas transportation support specifically for the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico under a Request for Proposal issued as a combined synopsis and solicitation in accordance with FAR Part 12, supplemented by provisions from FAR Part 15. The government intends to award multiple Firm Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contracts to achieve best value, with proposals required to align strictly with the attached Statement of Work and Technical Specifications. Submission of a proposal does not guarantee compensation, and the government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation without award if requirements are not met. All questions must be submitted in writing by noon ET on Monday, August 3, 2026, to the designated contracting officer and specialist, with Phase I proposals due by August 6, 2026, and Phase II proposals due by August 21, 2026, both sent via email to the same contacts. The solicitation, identified by number 70FB7026R00000014, is posted under NAICS code 483113 and is managed by the Incident Support Section of the Department of Homeland Security, with performance centered in Washington, D.C.

General Info

FEMA seeks commercial transport services for U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico via firm fixed-price IDIQ contracts under solicitation 70FB7026R00000014.

Agency

Department Of Homeland Security → Incident Support SECTION(ISS70)View Agency

NAICS

483113 - Coastal and Great Lakes Freight TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, USA

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NONE

Documents

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2.2.1+Solicitation+DOTS+VIPR+-+70FB7026R00000014.pdf

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2.2.1+Attachment+IV+-+DOTS+VIPR+QASP.pdf

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2.2.1+Attachment+III+-+Past+Performance+Questionnaire+%28PPQ%29.pdf

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2.2.1+Attachment+I+-+DOTS+VIPR+PWS.pdf

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2.2.1+Attachment+II+-+Pricing+Sheet.xlsx

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AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → Incident Support SECTION(ISS70)
Contacts2 people available
OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20472, USA
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Department Of Homeland Security → Incident Support SECTION(ISS70)
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Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20472, USA
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Edward Ruud
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Danielle Sweetney
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Full Description

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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial item prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12 Acquisition of Commercial Products and Services, in conjunction with FAR Part 15 Contracting by Negotiations as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.


FEMA is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) under FAR Part 12 Acquisition of Commercial Items. The solicitation documents and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Regulation – Revolutionary FAR Overhaul.


The Government anticipates a multiple award Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contract that demonstrates the best value to the Government. The Government requests a proposal in response to The Statement of Work (SOW)Attachment. The proposal shall be submitted within the Technical Specifications of the SOW. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation without award if the needs of the requirement are not met. This RFP does not commit to the Government to pay for the preparation and submission of a proposal. 


Questions related to this solicitation shall be directed to the Contracting Officer, Edward Ruud, via email at Edward.Ruud@fema.dhs.gov and Contract Specialist, Danielle Sweetney, via email at Danielle.Sweetney@fema.dhs.gov in writing no later than noon ET, Monday, August 3, 2026. Any late questions will be addressed at the discretion of the Contracting Officer. Phase I Proposals are due 12:00 pm ET on or before Thursday, August 6, 2026. Phase II Proposals are due 12:00 pm ET on or before Friday, August 21, 2026 via email to Contracting Officer, Edward Ruud, via email at Edward.Ruud@fema.dhs.gov and Contract Specialist, Danielle Sweetney, via email at Danielle.Sweetney@fema.dhs.gov.

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