Commercial Mass Text Messaging Subscription Service
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 Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) – Fort Hood is conducting a Sources Sought for a commercial, subscription-based Mass Text Messaging Service to support the 2nd Brigade (2BDE) at Fort Hood, Texas. This market research aims to identify capable and qualified sources, particularly small businesses. Responses are due February 23, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST.
Purpose & Background
2BDE currently relies on traditional communication methods that are limited in reach and timeliness. The Government intends to procure a commercial text messaging service to establish a direct, reliable communication pathway for community events, family readiness updates, and other critical information for soldiers and families.
Required Capabilities
The Government anticipates a Firm-Fixed-Price contract for a contractor-hosted messaging platform with the following key features:
- Minimum 600,000 pre-paid message credits.
- Ability to send SMS and MMS messages.
- A dedicated, high-volume A2P 10DLC registered phone number.
- Dedicated onboarding and training for Government users.
- Assigned account manager for ongoing support.
- Platform security aligned with industry data-protection practices.
- Performance standards include 99.5% uptime, 98% message delivery within 5 minutes, and 4-hour response to support inquiries.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research). Anticipated Firm-Fixed-Price contract.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS: 517121 Telecommunications Resellers.
- Response Due: February 23, 2026, 1:00 PM CST.
- Published: February 9, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Fort Hood, TX.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties shall submit a capability package (maximum five pages) addressing:
- Company Profile: Name, address, UEI, CAGE Code, POC.
- Business Size & Socio-Economic Status: Business size (Small/Other Than Small) and applicable socio-economic categories (e.g., SBA 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB).
- Capability Statement: Narrative demonstrating technical capability to meet PWS requirements, including confirmation of ability to meet key performance standards.
- Past Experience: Up to three relevant projects within the last three years, including federal contract numbers if applicable.
Submission Instructions
Responses and questions must be submitted electronically via email to Marlon Jeffrey (marlon.c.jeffrey.mil@army.mil). The email subject line should be: [Company Name] – Response to Sources Sought for Text Messaging Service. The page limit is five pages, 8.5" x 11", 12-point Times New Roman.
Additional Notes
This is solely for market research and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government. No contract will be awarded from this announcement. A Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) is provided for reference.