3BDE JCLC Marseilles Zipline
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army, MICC-FT KNOX, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified small businesses capable of providing Zipline and Suspended Rope Bridge Training for the Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) at Marseilles, IL. This market research aims to determine if the requirement can be set aside for small businesses. Responses are due April 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for all associated equipment and trained staff to conduct zipline and suspended rope bridge training. Key details from the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) include:
- Provision of six (6) ziplines and two (2) suspended rope bridges.
- A minimum of two (2) trained guides per zipline and suspension bridge.
- Contractor must furnish all necessary equipment, including helmets, gloves, and harnesses.
- Services are to be conducted within 50 miles of Marseilles Training Center, Marseilles, IL.
- A safety inspection of all equipment is required prior to training.
- The training event is scheduled for June 23-24, 2026, for a maximum of 225 cadets.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (per PWS)
- NAICS Code: 713990, All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries (Size Standard: $9M)
- Set-Aside: Conditional Total Small Business Set-Aside (contingent on sufficient small business responses)
- Response Due: April 20, 2026, 9:00 AM ET
- Published: April 8, 2026
- Resource Working Group: June 8, 2026
- Training Event: June 23-24, 2026
Response Requirements
Interested firms should provide:
- Company details (name, point of contact, phone, email, DUNS, CAGE, small business status/certifications).
- Indication of interest as a prime contractor, including any subcontracting, joint ventures, or teaming arrangements.
- Detailed information on previous experience with similar requirements (size, scope, complexity, timeframe).
- Information on commercial availability, including pricing, delivery schedules, and terms.
- Recommendations to structure contract requirements for small business competition.
- Identification of any conditions restricting competition.
Additional Notes
This is solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. The Government will not pay for information submitted. Not responding does not preclude participation in future solicitations.