Transportation Services

Background
The Department of State is seeking to acquire transportation services for a Senior High Level USG VIP visit. The estimated cost for these services is approximately $4,042,500. Due to security concerns and the urgency of the requirement, the Department recommends using other than full and open competition for this acquisition.

Work Details
The contract involves providing passenger transportation services, including vehicles with and without drivers, to support a Senior High Level USG Principal traveling with a delegation that includes security, communications, logistics, and operations support.

The vendor selected for this service is Queen Limousine and Services Srl located in Rome, Italy. The justification cites unusual and compelling urgency as the reason for not conducting full and open competition due to security concerns that limit advance notification of VIP travel. Arrangements for transportation are often finalized shortly before the visit, necessitating immediate action to secure services.

The contractor must meet specific security and logistical requirements, provide vehicles on short notice, and have a proven track record of excellent vehicle condition and capability to handle large delegations.

Period of Performance
The contract will be performed over a timeframe that aligns with the scheduling of the Senior High Level USG VIP visit, which is subject to last-minute changes.

Place of Performance
Rome, Italy