Transportation Services in Auckland, New Zealand

The U.S. Department of Defense, through the Office of Contract Augmented at Fort Shafter, Hawaii, is seeking transportation services in Auckland, New Zealand, for a period spanning 16 to 26 September 2026, to support the movement of approximately 200 personnel between airports, hotels, and event sites. The requirement calls for a fleet of leased vehicles including 12 passenger vans seating at least 15 passengers, two SUVs seating a minimum of four, and three coach buses with a capacity of 44 passengers, all equipped with climate control and operational drivers. Services are structured across two distinct performance windows: 16–21 September and 24–26 September, with an interim period of 21–24 September requiring only SUVs for limited transport needs. A separate line item mandates Defense Base Act insurance coverage. All vehicles and drivers must comply with both U.S. and New Zealand safety and legal standards, including adherence to OSHA and New Zealand regulatory frameworks. Contractors are responsible for all operational costs, including fuel, maintenance, tolls, and insurance, while the government provides only technical oversight through the Contracting Officer’s Representative. Contractor personnel must undergo mandatory New Zealand Police vetting, provide valid driver’s licenses, and submit a complete roster at least seven days before operations begin, with all vetting costs borne by the contractor. Access to government facilities requires coordination with local authorities, submission of photo ID, and compliance with strict security protocols, including vehicle searches and potential inspections by explosive detection canine teams. Contractors are prohibited from using unauthorized recording devices, misrepresenting themselves as government personnel, or using contract-related imagery for marketing. Immediate reporting of hazardous material spills, accidents, or security breaches is required, and non-compliance with any of these requirements may result in denial of access or termination. Performance is governed by 100% Acceptable Quality Levels for transportation services and legal compliance, with inspections conducted jointly at origin and destination. While pricing details and the basis of award are not specified, submission of proposals is required by 15 May 2026, and all deliverables must be sent via email to the Contracting Officer and COR. No set-aside preferences apply, and the contract is currently in a pre-solicitation phase, with no awards or financial values yet established.