YA26 PHIT India

Background
The Yudh Abhyas (YA26) exercise is a Joint Service US-India Exercise aimed at enhancing alliances and partnerships between the two nations. The contract is issued to support the US Army Forces by providing Port Handling and Inland Transportation (PHIT) services, which are essential for maintaining and developing the security relationship between India and the United States.

Work Details
The contractor will provide non-personal services including:
1. Port Handling and Inland Transportation (PHIT) services, which include transportation and material handling equipment (MHE) services.
2. The contractor must demonstrate a clear understanding of the performance work statement and explain in detail how each service or objective will be met.
3. Submission of a technical approach that may include photos of proposed equipment to supplement the proposal.
4. Relevant past experiences must be documented using Attachment 01, with no more than three examples provided, each not exceeding one page.
5. The contractor is responsible for planning, programming, administering, managing, and executing all functions necessary to provide the specified services while complying with applicable U.S., India, and local laws.

Period of Performance
The contract period of performance is from October 21, 2026, to October 27, 2026.

Place of Performance
The primary place of performance for this contract is various locations within India.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must submit a technical approach demonstrating their understanding of the work statement. They are required to have relevant experience within the last three years for work similar in scope, size, and complexity.

Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail)
This RFQ for YA26 PHIT appears to have a closely related prior contract, W91QVP26P0902, awarded to IPGS Corporation Pte for $91,290 (10/17/25–11/14/25). The prior award is described as “LS26 PHIT IAW PWS/ORDERING SHEET,” which aligns with the current requirement for port handling and inland transportation (including material handling equipment) in support of the Yudh Abhyas exercise. The naming and scope suggest the work is a continuation or repeat performance of similar PHIT services under a related exercise period.