4BDE JCLC VMI
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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's Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) Fort Knox is conducting market research (Sources Sought) to identify vendors capable of providing 4BDE Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC) VMI support. While the U.S. Government initially intends a sole-source award to Virginia Military Institute (VMI) under FAR 12.102(a), this notice seeks to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. Responses are due April 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for services to support the 4BDE Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC) VMI. A Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) is attached to the original notice for more details.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Sources Sought)
- NAICS Code: 721214 Recreational and Vacation Camps
- PSC Code: G003 Recreational Services
- Response Due: April 27, 2026, 3:00 PM ET (Fort Knox local time)
- Published: May 18, 2026
Set-Aside & Small Business
This requirement will not be set aside for small businesses unless at least two small businesses respond with sufficient information to support a set-aside. All interested businesses, including small businesses in all socioeconomic categories (8(a), SDB, HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB), are highly encouraged to identify their capabilities. Information regarding limitations on subcontracting for various set-asides and contract values is also provided.
Response Requirements
Interested firms should provide:
- Firm name, point of contact, phone, email, Unique Entity ID, CAGE code, and small business status/certifications (with corresponding NAICS).
- Indication of interest in competing as a prime contractor, and any planned subcontracting, joint ventures, or teaming arrangements.
- Detailed explanation of capabilities, including previous experience on similar requirements (size, scope, complexity, timeframe, government or commercial), and pertinent certifications.
- Information on the commercial availability of the service, including pricing, basis for pricing, delivery schedules, and customary terms/conditions. Responses must be submitted electronically via the PIEE Solicitation Module.
Additional Notes
This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Quote/Invitation for Bid/Request for Proposal or a promise to issue one. The U.S. Government is not seeking quotes or proposals at this time and will not pay for any costs incurred in response. A determination not to compete is solely at the Contracting Officer's discretion. If a competitive solicitation is released, it will be synopsized on the Governmentwide Point of Entry.