Base Life Support, Transportation and Catering Services Needed in Dong Hoi, Vietnam
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, 921st Contracting Battalion, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice for Base Life Support, Transportation, and Catering Services in Dong Hoi, Vietnam, to support military exercise Pacific Friendship 2026. This is a non-personal services requirement. Responses are due by February 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive logistics support, including:
- Base Life Support (BLS): Portable latrines, handwashing stations, grey/blackwater removal, laundry, power generation, and HVAC.
- Transportation: Various vehicle types (buses, cargo trucks, light vehicles) for personnel and equipment movement within Vietnam.
- Catering Services: Prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and bottled water, adhering to U.S. health standards.
- Interpretation Services: Qualified English/Vietnamese linguists to support coordination.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (anticipated Firm Fixed Price contract)
- Duration: Estimated period of performance in June 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: February 28, 2026, 12:00 PM HST
- Published: December 17, 2025
Required Capabilities & Submission
Interested parties should submit a capabilities statement (max 5 pages) addressing:
- Experience in Vietnam: Capabilities and past performance specifically within Vietnam or Southeast Asia.
- Logistics & Mobilization: Lead time required to mobilize equipment and personnel to exercise sites.
- Linguistic Support: Ability to provide Vietnamese/English interpreters.
- Company Profile: Organization name, address, email, website, phone, size, type of ownership, UEI number. Submissions must be emailed to SSG Stephen Cochran (stephen.l.cochran4.mil@army.mil) and CC SFC Mandy Francisco (mandy.n.francisco.mil@army.mil).
Additional Notes
This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a commitment to award a contract. Responses will inform potential future competitive procurement.