Bremerhaven S& RTS - 1. The sources sought is for informational purposes only in conducting market research. USTRANSCOM Acquisition Directorate anticipates issuance of a solicitation for Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services ( S& RTS) in Bremerhaven, Germany. Th
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This is a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for stevedoring and related terminal services at the Port of Bremerhaven, Germany, for the U. S. Army Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM). The contract is anticipated to be an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a base period of performance from May 1, 2027, to April 30, 2032, plus an optional six-month extension. The services include all stevedoring and associated vessel services for handling U. S. Government cargo, including lashing/unlashing, handling various types of military cargo (vehicles, containers, aircraft, hazardous materials), and providing necessary equipment, materials, supervision, and qualified personnel. The PWS details extensive requirements for general security, safety, contract administration, cyber security, and environmental compliance. Key aspects include personnel vetting, site-specific safety plans, emergency response procedures, operational security (OPSEC), cyber incident reporting, and foreign entity vetting. The contractor must be prepared to work 24/7 and handle multiple vessels simultaneously. Specific port and terminal requirements for Bremerhaven are outlined, including access control, security regulations, and hours of operation. The document also covers payment, ordering, and invoicing instructions, emphasizing electronic submission and adherence to task orders. Deliverables include various reports, plans, and documentation, all to be submitted electronically. The contractor is responsible for all costs associated with labor, equipment, materials, and compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, host nation, and Department of Defense (DoD) regulations.
The contract has a base period of performance from May 1, 2027, through April 30, 2032, with an optional six-month extension. Specific task orders will define delivery timelines.
Payment will be made using the Transportation Financial Management System (TFMS) via electronic submission to the Treasury Invoice Processing Portal (IPP). Invoices must be submitted no later than 30 calendar days following completion of the mission, aligned with individual task orders.
The contractor shall ensure all personnel are vetted for criminal activity, terrorism, or affiliations detrimental to the U. S. interests. Personnel must possess a transportation worker identification credential (TWIC) or host nation equivalent. The contractor must also possess a valid business license and work permit from the applicable port authority.
The contractor shall be held liable for vessel costs incurred for delays caused due to contractor negligence not meeting vessel completion time schedules. Failure to perform reporting and documentation services resulting in financial loss to the U. S. G. will make the contractor responsible for all costs associated with any resulting excess handling or additional transportation expenses.
The document does not explicitly mention a mandatory site visit for bidders. However, it details extensive requirements for on-site presence and operations once the contract is awarded.
The bid notice does not require sample submissions.
The contractor shall not employ any person associated with or convicted of criminal activity, terrorism, or unfavorable behaviors. Individuals prohibited from access by port or military authorities, or excluded from U. S. government contracts, are not permitted to enter any terminal facility. If the U. S. G. notifies the contractor that employment of any contractor employee is prejudicial to the interests or endangers the security of the U. S. A. , the contractor shall remove and bar that person from military operations.
