4BDE High Ropes
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 high ropes course training and certified instructors for the United States Cadet Command JROTC program at Fort Jackson, South Carolina. This market research aims to determine if the requirement can be set aside for small businesses. Responses are due February 26, 2026.
Purpose & Scope of Work
The U.S. Government seeks to procure all necessary personnel, equipment, supplies, and services to deliver Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT) Level I Training. This includes both high and low ropes courses, covering planning, engineering, construction, and implementation. Specific training events mentioned include Team Wall, Trust Fall, Zip Line, and Postman's Walk. The contractor must provide two certified instructors, web access capabilities, and audio-visual equipment. Training hours are 0900-1730 EST, Monday through Friday. Performance standards require 2 certified instructors and current facility/instructor certifications.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought Notice (for market research only)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- NAICS Code: 713990 (All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries)
- Size Standard: $9.0 Million
- Period of Performance:
- Base Year: May 4-8, 2026
- Option Year 1: May 3-7, 2027
- Option Year 2: May 8-12, 2028
- Option Year 3: May 7-11, 2029
- Option Year 4: May 6-10, 2030
- Place of Performance: Fort Jackson, South Carolina, Bastogne Range.
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This requirement is being considered for a small business set-aside, provided two or more qualified small businesses respond. All small businesses, including 8(a), SDB, HUBZone, SDVOSB, and WOSB concerns, are encouraged to identify their capabilities.
Response Requirements
Interested firms should provide:
- Firm details (name, POC, UEI, CAGE, small business status/certifications).
- Intent to compete as prime, and any subcontracting/JV plans.
- Detailed previous experience on similar requirements (size, scope, complexity, timeframe).
- Information on commercial availability, including pricing and terms.
- Recommendations to structure the contract for small business competition.
- Identification of any conditions restricting competition.
- Recommendations to improve the draft PWS/PRS.
Submission & Deadline
Responses must be emailed to Contract Specialist Robin Woodard (robin.woodard3.civ@army.mil) and Contracting Officer Samara E. Johnson (samara.e.johnson.civ@army.mil) by February 26, 2026, at 1:00 P.M. Eastern Time.
Important Notes
This is solely for information and planning; it does not constitute a solicitation or promise to issue one. The Government is not seeking quotes or proposals at this time and will not pay for information submitted.