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Japan-wide Chartered Bus Services 2.0
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This contract solicits Japan-wide chartered bus services under a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued as a combined synopsis/solicitation in accordance with FAR Part 12, with solicitation number FA520926Q0021 and NAICS code 485510. The requirement is for a contractor to coordinate nationwide bus services through licensed Japanese operators without needing to own or directly operate vehicles, ensuring full coverage across Japan to transport U.S. Government personnel, including service members, with baggage and authorized weapons, as scheduled by Government representatives. The contractor must possess and maintain a direct "Type 1 Travel Agency" registration (Dai-Ichi Shu Ryokougyosha Touroku-Hyo) issued by Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) in its own legal name, and must provide documented evidence of established partnerships with bus companies nationwide. Performance is restricted entirely to Japan, and the contract is not set aside for small businesses. The solicitation is evaluated under a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, with price accounting for 100% of the evaluation weight, calculated as the total proposed price across all five one-year ordering periods. Two mandatory pass/fail criteria must be met before price evaluation: valid Type 1 Travel Agency registration and demonstrated nationwide bus network capability; failure in either results in rejection. The estimated contract value ranges from $2,500 to $9,000,000 over the five-year period, with fixed-price line items and specific pricing elements including alternate driver rates, cancellation penalties, overnight charges, and reimbursable expenses governed by regional transport bureau regulations. Submit proposals electronically by June 8, 2026, at 02:00 PM JST to designated emails, with the solicitation number included in the subject line, adhering to a three-part structure: Part I containing completed SF 1449 and SAM certifications, Part II limited to 40 pages with proof of registration and partnership evidence, and Part III as a mandatory Excel file containing pricing only. Quoters must confirm receipt by phone and submit only Word, Excel, or PDF files—no zip files permitted. The contractor must comply with SAM registration requirements including NCAGE code acquisition, maintain an adequate inspection system, submit invoices through WAWF using the Invoice 2in1 format, and provide EFT information. Payments are processed via Wide Area WorkFlow
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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; Quotations are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number FA520926Q0021 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ), for Japan-wide Chartered Bus Services. This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
The Contractor shall coordinate charter bus services through properly licensed Japanese bus operators. The Contractor is not required to own or directly operate buses; however, the Contractor shall maintain sufficient nationwide subcontracting capability to fulfill Government transportation requirements throughout Japan. Services shall support the movement of personnel, including service members and authorized U.S. Government personnel, including passengers traveling with baggage and, when authorized, government-issued weapons, when and as scheduled by the Government representative at any time during the performance period.
The Government may reject any quotation that is incomplete, unreasonable, or noncompliant. Late submissions may be rejected and may not be considered for award. The Government reserves the right to make no award as a result of this solicitation. It is the quoter’s responsibility to ensure timely receipt. The Government may award without discussions.
Notes
Note 1:
A pre-quote conference will be held during the solicitation period to explain Government requirements and answer questions. Participation in the pre-quote conference is highly encouraged. Details are in the document, titled “Notice to Quoters.” Oral statements at the conference shall not amend the solicitation.
Note 2:
This project shall be performed in its entirety in the country of Japan. The successful quoter must possess and maintain a valid "Type 1 Travel Agency" registration (Dai-Ichi Shu Ryokougyosha Touroku-Hyo in Japanese) issued by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT), Government of Japan (GOJ). This registration must be held directly in the legal name of the quoter.
Note 3:
All emails regarding this solicitation shall include the solicitation number in the subject line. Failure to do so may delay processing. Quotation due date and time are stated in Japan Standard Time (JST). If a quoter submits its quotation by email or DoD SAFE, the quoter is responsible for confirming receipt with Contracting officer prior to the closing date and time.
Note 4 (Added on June 2, 2026):
The Question and Answer (Q&A) document issued after the solicitation is attached. Quoters must fully review and understand the contents of this document prior to submitting their quotes.
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