Award Notice-SkillsUSA Boothspace 2026
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 (W6QM MICC-FT KNOX) has issued an Award Notice for a Firm-Fixed Price contract to SkillsUSA for the rental of booth space at the SkillsUSA TECHSPO 2026 Conference in Atlanta, GA. This award supports the U.S. Army Recruiting Command's (USAREC) mission to increase Army visibility and promote recruitment.
Scope of Work
The contract covers the rental of:
- One (1) 40ft x 60ft (2,400 sqft) booth space
- Two (2) 20ft x 20ft (400 sqft each) booth spaces
These spaces are for the Army Mission Support BN: National Convention Division (NCO) at the SkillsUSA TECHSPO 2026 Conference, scheduled from June 1-4, 2026, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Award Date: Published March 6, 2026
- Set-Aside: Sole Source Justification (FAR Part 12)
- Place of Performance: Atlanta, GA
Justification & Evaluation
This was a sole source acquisition justified under simplified acquisition procedures for commercial products and services (41 U.S.C. 1901 as implemented by FAR 12.201-1(a)). SkillsUSA was identified as the only vendor authorized to provide these specific services, acting as the official convention service contractor for the event. The justification emphasized that no alternatives were available, and non-attendance would result in a missed recruiting opportunity for the Army.
Additional Notes
The previous contract for this event was also awarded to SkillsUSA in FY25. Primary contact for this award is Adrian Atkinson (adrian.j.atkinson2.civ@army.mil).