Kingdom of Bahrain S&RTS

Solicitation HTC71126QE170, issued by USTRANSCOM-AQ, seeks a Firm Fixed Price IDIQ contract for Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) to support the import and export of U.S. Government cargo throughout the Kingdom of Bahrain. The scope of work encompasses the full spectrum of cargo management for containers, vehicles, breakbulk, and aircraft, including stevedoring, long-shoring, staging, storage, and intra-port transfers. Primary performance locations include Mina Salman Port, Khalifa Bin Salman Port, ASRY Dry Dock, and various Naval Support Activity (NSA) and Air Base sites. The contractor will handle diverse cargo types, including Ammunition and Explosives (A&E) and Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT), utilizing vessels, military convoys, and Common-User Land Transportation. The contract features a five-year base ordering period from July 6, 2027, to July 5, 2032, with a minimum guarantee of 2,500 dollars for the first 12 months and a single six-month extension option ending January 5, 2033. Award will be based on the most advantageous offer considering price and technical factors, with technical proposals evaluated on an Acceptable/Unacceptable basis. Key requirements include the submission of a Mission Essential Plan per DFARS 252.237-7024 and the designation of a primary Contract Manager and two alternates with demonstrated experience in longshoring operations. Invoicing is managed electronically via the Treasury Invoice Processing Portal, and the contract incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses regarding cybersecurity, local labor laws, and the protection of government interests in subcontracting.