DIRECT PROCUREMENT METHOD (DPM) PERSONAL PROPERTY SHIPMENTS

The United States Army is seeking information from potential contractors for the provision of personal property shipment services through the Direct Procurement Method (DPM). The services include preparation, packing, loading, and containerization of personal property for shipment, drayage, and/or storage, as well as related services. The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all personnel, equipment, facilities, supplies, services, and materials, except as specified in the contract. The contractor must have the capabilities and resources to obtain the required permits and licenses to perform these services. The government anticipates a range of scope for this requirement, with 375-425 moves per year and 100-18,000 pounds per move, with an average weight of 6,000 pounds per move. • The contractor will be required to perform services within defined areas of performance, including terminals and individual contract line item numbers. • The contractor will be responsible for preparing an accurate and legible inventory of household goods and unaccompanied baggage. • The contractor will be required to use government-owned containers (GOCs) to the extent available, and contractor-furnished containers must conform to United States Department of Agriculture requirements for Wood Packaging Materials (WPM). • The contractor will be paid through the Third Party Payment System (TPPS), and payment will be made within 24-48 hours after the Personal Property Shipping Office (PPSO) approves the invoice. • The contractor must have experience in managing a service of this nature and must have the capabilities and resources to perform the required services. • The contractor must be able to provide services within the specified parameters, including the range of scope and the average weight per move. • The contractor must be able to obtain the required permits and licenses to perform the services. • The contractor must have a good understanding of the DPM process and the requirements of the contract.