Bid guide
How to bid on Daily Commute Student Transportation Services for DoDEA
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is conducting market research for full daily student bus transportation services for the Baumholder Military Community in Germany. This includes providing drivers, safety attendants, supervision, equipment, and all related services.
This is an opportunity for transportation companies to potentially secure a contract with a government agency, providing essential services to military families abroad. The performance period is expected to begin on August 1, 2027.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The deadline for submissions is September 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). All required documents must be submitted electronically by this time.
This is a Request for Information (RFI), not a formal solicitation for proposals. The government will use the submitted information for planning purposes and market research. No contract will be awarded directly from this RFI.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for transportation companies with experience in providing full student bus transportation services. Firms should be capable of operating internationally and complying with both DoDEA and Host Nation requirements.
The primary NAICS code for this acquisition is 485410, School and Employee Bus Transportation, with a size standard of $30.0M. The Product Service Code is V222, Passenger Motor Charter.
How to respond
To respond, you need to submit three items electronically: a statement of interest, a capability statement (maximum three pages), and a non-binding Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimate using the provided Attachment 1.
Submissions and inquiries must be sent to Zlata Dale at [email protected] and Sidnie Miranda at [email protected]. The email subject line must state 'HE125427REBAUMHOLDER'. Telephone calls will not be accepted.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is an RFI, provide a thorough and professional capability statement. Clearly describe your company's qualifications, relevant experience, and technical capabilities as they relate to the draft scope of work. Include your company name, address, point of contact, CAGE/NCAGE code, Unique Entity ID (UEI), business size, socio-economic status, and relevant past performance examples.
Ensure your non-binding cost estimate is realistic and well-supported, as it will help the agency with their planning. Remember that an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database will be required for any resulting contract, so ensure your registration is current or plan to register.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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