Commercial Vehicle Rental Services for 2027 Tinker AFB Airshow
- Client
- Department of Defense · U.S. Air Force
- RFP Number
- —
- Posted
- 10/9/2026
- Category
- Rental Services
- Budget
- —
- NAICS
- 532111
- Set-aside
- Small Business Set Aside - Total
- Contact
- Mario Tedeschi
Description
AI GeneratedThe buyer needs market research information to assess qualified sources capable of providing a turnkey, firm-fixed-price commercial vehicle rental fleet for the 2027 Tinker Air Force Base Airshow. The requested scope requires supplying an estimated 86 late-model vehicles (2023 or newer) consisting of 59 compact/mid-size sedans, 26 multi-passenger vans, and one light-duty pickup truck. The contractor must deliver the fleet via multi-car haulers on June 3, 2027, retrieve all vehicles on June 8, 2027, and provide routine/emergency maintenance, 24/7 dispatch support, on-site staging logistics, administrative management, and comprehensive zero-deductible insurance coverage. Eligible bidders must possess an active SAM.gov registration under NAICS code 532111 (Passenger Car Rental) and have the ability to process electronic invoices through Wide Area Workflow. Interested parties must submit a vendor profile containing their legal company name, point of contact information, email, and phone number. Funds are not presently available for this effort, as this Sources Sought notice is strictly for market research purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation.
Key solicitation details
AI-extracted from PWS - 2027 AIRSHOW RENTAL CARS.pdf. Confirm against the original documents before bidding.
This is a Sources Sought notice for market research to identify qualified vendors capable of providing short-term commercial vehicle rental services. The buyer seeks a turnkey, Firm-Fixed-Price vehicle fleet of 86 vehicles with zero financial or physical liability to the Government for the 2027 Tinker AFB Airshow. Qualified businesses with active SAM.gov registrations under NAICS 532111 are eligible to respond.
- Issued by
- 72nd Logistics Readiness Squadron (72 LRS), Tinker Air Force Base
- Delivery Date
- 3 June 2027 between 0700 and 1600 Central Time (CT)
- Airshow Event Dates
- 5-6 June 2027
- Retrieval Date
- 8 June 2027 between 0800 and 1700 Central Time (CT)
- Submission details
- Interested parties are requested to submit a response including Vendor Profile with Legal Company Name and Point of Contact information.
- Contract term
- 3 June 2027 through 8 June 2027
- Place of performance
- Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma
- Insurance and bonding
- Comprehensive, zero-deductible Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) and Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) coverage included within the firm-fixed-price rate.
Scope of work
- 59 Compact / Mid-Size Sedans (Ford Focus, Toyota Camry, Chevrolet Malibu, or equivalent)
- 26 Multi-Passenger Vans (Dodge Grand Caravan, Ford Transit Wagon, Chevrolet Express, or equivalent)
- 1 Light-Duty Pickup Truck (Ford F-150, Ram 1500, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, or equivalent)
- Comprehensive zero-deductible Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) and Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) coverage
- Inbound transport, staging, outbound retrieval, and commercial multi-car hauler mobilization
- Routine and emergency maintenance including 24/7 dispatch point-of-contact support
- Replacement vehicle of equal or greater class delivered within 4 hours of breakdown notification
- On-site logistics and administrative management
Minimum qualifications
- Active, valid, and compliant registration in SAM.gov under NAICS code 532111 at proposal submission, award, and performance
- Capable of submitting invoices electronically via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF)
- Compliance of all transport personnel and drivers with REAL ID verification and base security inspection requirements
Documents to include with the bid
- Vendor Profile including Legal Company Name and Point of Contact details
Official SAM.gov notice
- Solicitation number
- FA8101270001
- Agency
- Department of Defense
- Buying office
- Dept of the AIR Force › FA8101 Afsc Pzioa
- Notice type
- Sources Sought
- Responses due
- Oct 22, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
- Posted on SAM.gov
- Oct 8, 2026
- NAICS
- 532111 · Passenger Car Rental
- Product/service code
- V222
- Set-aside
- Small Business Set Aside - Total
- Place of performance
- Tinker AFB, OK, 73145
- Contracting contact
- Mario Tedeschi
mario_cassiel.tedeschi@us.af.mil - Additional contact
- Michael Shand
michael.shand@us.af.mil
Read the official notice description
This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes only. This is not a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. The purpose of this notice is to obtain information regarding the availability and capability of qualified businesses to provide commercial vehicle rental services for the Tinker Air Force Base (AFB) Airshow, scheduled for June 2027. The Government is seeking to identify sources that are capable of providing the required vehicles and services as detailed in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) excerpts below. RFO Part 32 Notice to Offeror(s)/Supplier(s): "Funds are not presently available for this effort. No award will be made under any future solicitation until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel any future solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government cancels the solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse an offeror for any costs." 3. Background The 72nd Logistics Readiness Squadron (72 LRS) at Tinker AFB requires a short-term, commercial vehicle rental contract to support performer, dignitary, and mission-essential staff transportation during the upcoming airshow, scheduled for 5-6 June 2027. The objective is to secure a turnkey, Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) vehicle fleet with zero financial or physical liability to the United States Government. 4. Summary of Requirements The contractor shall provide all commercial vehicles, comprehensive zero-deductible insurance, routine maintenance, on-site logistics, and administrative management. Key requirements include: Fleet Composition (Estimated 86 Vehicles): 59 Compact/Mid-Size Sedans (e.g., Ford Focus, Toyota Camry) 26 Multi-Passenger Vans (e.g., Dodge Grand Caravan, Ford Transit) 1 Light-Duty Pickup Truck (e.g., Ford F-150, Ram 1500) Vehicle Standards: All vehicles must be late model (2023 or newer), clean, delivered with a full tank of fuel, and in prime operational condition. Zero-Liability Model: The contract will require comprehensive, zero-deductible Loss/Collision Damage Waivers (LDW/CDW) and prohibit any post-rental claims for damage, loss, or wear-and-tear. Delivery & Logistics: The entire fleet must be delivered to a designated staging area on Tinker AFB via commercial multi-car haulers on 3 June 2027 and retrieved on 8 June 2027. All transport personnel must comply with base access and security vetting. Driver Authorization: The contractor must agree to a broad driver authorization clause covering any licensed military member, DoD civilian, or authorized performer without requiring individual driver add-ons or surcharges. Administrative Compliance: Vendors must have an active SAM.gov registration (NAICS 532111) and be capable of submitting invoices electronically via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). 5. Information Requested from Interested Parties Interested parties are requested to submit a response that includes: Vendor Profile: Legal Company Name Point of Contact (Name, Title, Email, Phone) CAGE Code and Unique Entity ID (UEI) Business Size/Socioeconomic Status (e.g., Small, SDVOSB, WOSB, Large) Capability Statement: A brief statement (not to exceed 5 pages) describing your company's ability to meet the requirements outlined above. Please specifically address your ability to provide the specified fleet quantity and adhere to the zero-liability, insurance, and on-base delivery requirements. Completed Questionnaire: Please complete and return the attached "Tinker AFB Airshow Vehicle Rental Questionnaire." Feedback (Optional): Any questions or feedback regarding the requirements or the Draft PWS that would help clarify the Government's needs. 6. Response Submission Please submit your responses via email to the point of contact listed below by [Insert Response Date and Time]. Primary Point of Contact: Name: Mario Tedeschi Organization: AFSC/PZIOA, Tinker AFB Email: [email protected] Primary Point of Contact: Name: Michael Shand Organization: AFSC/PZIOA, Tinker AFB Email: [email protected] 7. Disclaimer The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this notice or to otherwise pay for the information solicited. This notice is for informational and planning purposes and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. The information provided may be used by the Air Force in developing its acquisition strategy and statement of work.
Source: SAM.gov contract opportunities data (U.S. federal public data).
Incumbent
No incumbent history found for this requirement. The notice does not cite a current contract, and no earlier award from this buying office matches it.
Market context
Awards in the same category (Passenger Car Rental). This is not this requirement's award history.
Recent similar awards: Department of Defense, NAICS 532111
| Vendor and award | Value | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| S-3 SERVICES COMPANY LIMITEDFA523626P3092 · PROVIDE VEHICLE AND DRIVER SERVICE TO SUPPORT FPD TEAM. | $131.3K | Jun 30, 2031 |
| RED ORANGE NORTH AMERICA INC.W912CL25P0456 · NTV LEASE | $62,424 | Sep 29, 2030 |
| ORIX AUTO CORPORATIONFA527025C0014 · DET E SPECE FORCE VEHICLE LEASE | $35,307 | Sep 29, 2027 |
| MONARCH GLOBAL SP. Z O.O.W912PB26FA431 · THE PURPOSE OF THIS BPA IS TO PROCURE COMMERCIAL VEHICLE LEASING/RENTAL SERVICES THROUGHOU | $125.2K | Jul 4, 2027 |
| GULF MASTER GENERAL TRADING L.L.CFA570626P0030 · 12 MONTH VEHICLE LEASE FOR A LAND CRUISER | $45,432 | Jun 13, 2027 |
Top vendors in this category: Department of Defense, NAICS 532111, since Oct 1, 2024
845 contract awards in this NAICS over the period.
- 1. EAN HOLDINGS, LLC$7.1M
- 2. ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR UK LIMITED$5.9M
- 3. GULF MASTER GENERAL TRADING L.L.C$4.8M
- 4. S.C.A. - SHIPPING CONSULTANTS ASSOCIATED LTD.$3.9M
- 5. MONARCH GLOBAL SP. Z O.O.$3.4M
Source: USAspending.gov federal award data (U.S. federal public data). A contract is called the incumbent only when the notice or its documents cite it by number.
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