SAM #ELMEF60232

Procurement of 14-Passenger and 44-Passenger Buses for Youth Transportation at JBER, Alaska

This opportunity seeks vendors for youth transportation buses at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER), Alaska, under the 773d Force Support Squadron (FSS): - Government Buyer: - 773d Force Support Squadron (FSS), Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER), Alaska - OEMs Referenced: - Blue Bird (bus platforms) - Ford (chassis and engines) - Products Requested: - Three (3) 14-passenger commercial buses - Based on Ford E450 Shuttle Bus Package or equivalent chassis - 7.3L Gasoline V8 engine, Torqshift 6-speed automatic transmission - Dual rear wheels, advanced insulation (R6), auxiliary heating (42,000 BTU), engine block heater - Heavy-duty alternator (210 Amps), dual batteries (78 Amp, 750 CCA) - Front and auxiliary air conditioning, galvanized steel structure, side impact barriers - Safety features: electronic stability control, hill start assist, ABS, heated power mirrors, emergency exits, backup camera - Interior: 3-point seat belts, anti-skid flooring, entertainment system - No CDL required for operation - One (1) 44-passenger conventional-style commercial bus - Heavy-duty 7.3L Gasoline V8 engine or equivalent, 6-speed automatic transmission - Air suspension, air brakes with ABS - Premium winterization: three 50,000 BTU heaters, engine block heater, heated mirrors - Safety: electronic stability control, LED lighting, multiple emergency exits, 3-point seat belts for all passengers - Notable Requirements: - All buses must be brand-new, current model year, and suitable for sub-arctic (cold-weather) operation - Equivalent products to Blue Bird and Ford platforms/engines will be considered (not a brand name only requirement) - Detailed salient characteristics provided for both bus types - Vendors must provide capability statements and business information - No services are requested; this is strictly for vehicle procurement

Description

THERE IS NO SOLICITATION AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. REQUESTS FOR A SOLICITATION WILL NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this market research. 

This sources sought is published to secure one (1) 44-PAX bus and three (3) 14-PAX buses to transport the enrolled youth of the 773d FSS Child and Youth Program (CYP) to and from local elementary schools and the School Age Centers at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER), Alaska.

For the 14-PAX: The requirement is based on the 2027 Blue-Bird Gas Vision (Ford Micro Bird G5/D-Series commercial bus platform) equipped with a 7.3L Gas V8 engine, 14-passenger capacity seating arrangement, dual rear wheels, rear air conditioning/heater systems, and standard safety features suited for cold-weather operations in Anchorage, Alaska.

For the 44-PAX: The requirement is based on the 2027 Blue-Bird Gas Vision conventional school bus platform equipped with a 7.3L Ford Gas V8 engine, 44-passenger capacity seating arrangement with Freedman Family 3-point seatbelts, and a comprehensive winter package necessary to hold up to Alaska winters.

This is not a brand name requirement, or equal items may be considered. For more information, refer to the attached salient characteristics.

Required Information

The proposed North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 336211, which has a corresponding Size Standard of 1,000/employees. Interested parties capable of meeting this requirement are requested to respond to this notice and identify their small business status regarding the identified NAICS code. Please provide the following information:

Company Name and Address Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and CAGE Code Company business size by NAICS code Small Business Type(s), if applicable Point of Contact for questions and/or clarification (Name, Telephone, Email) A brief capabilities statement demonstrating the ability to provide the commodities described.

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