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WMATA Transportation – Shuttle Services Route A90

Washington Headquarters Services · Opportunity number HQ003426NFOEFCD01

Details summarized from the official notice as of Jun 5, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Jun 4, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity numberHQ003426NFOEFCD01
AgencyWashington Headquarters Services
Department of Defense
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)12.016
PostedApr 23, 2026
DeadlineJun 4, 2026
Award ceiling$6,440,000
Award floor$1,600,000
Expected number of awards1
Cost sharing or matching requiredYes
Funding typeCooperative agreement
CategoryTransportation
Last updated hereJun 5, 2026

Summary from the notice

This program, administered by the Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) of the Department of War (DoW), seeks to fund a Contractor to provide comprehensive bus transportation services for DoW personnel. The primary focus of this funding opportunity is to establish and operate a continual express shuttle bus service, designated as Route A90, between the Pentagon Transit Center (PTC) and the Mark Center Station (MCS) facility.

The overarching goal of this program is to ensure reliable and efficient ground transportation for DoW employees in the National Capital Region. The key objectives include:

• Providing driver-operated shuttle bus services.

• Maintaining and inspecting all transportation vehicles to ensure safety and reliability.

• Adhering to all necessary license and security requirements.

• Securing appropriate vehicle insurance and liability coverage.

• Ensuring buses meet capacity (seating and standing) and accessibility requirements under federal standards.

Historically, the Pentagon Services Division (PSD), a component of the Executive Services Directorate (ESD) under WHS, has been responsible for providing transportation solutions to DoW employees. This NFO continues that mission by addressing the specific transportation needs created by the location of the Mark Center facility, which is not within walking distance of any mass transit facility.

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • Others named in the notice (see the eligibility text)

Not listed as eligible

  • Small businesses
  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities
  • State governments
  • Local governments
  • Tribal governments and organizations
  • Larger for-profit companies
  • Individuals

Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.

Eligibility details from the notice

The Government intends to make a sole source award under this NFO to WMATA as the only responsible source considering there are no other supplies, services or sources that will satisfy agency requirements. WMATA is the only public transit agency capable of maintaining a continual, uninterrupted express shuttle service with no intermediate stops between the PTC and the MCT. WMATA has historically operated shuttle bus services for the required A90 Route (formerly known as “7M”) that services the public and DoW employees. Since BRAC the DoW has been supporting WMATA in providing public transportation services that might not have continued after DoW facilities realignment which is a direct public benefit of this cooperative agreement. No other applicants will be reviewed or considered for award under this NFO.

Cost sharing: this notice requires cost sharing or matching funds. Check the notice for the required share and what counts toward it.

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