CRITICAL RESPONSE TRAINING

SOL #: M0026426QLA04Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Dept Of Defense

Dept Of The Navy

COMMANDER

QUANTICO, VA, 22134, United States

Place of Performance

Washington Navy Yard, DC

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction (611699)

PSC

Education/Training Combat (U013)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/19b53bf3b37f436c90ab67709ed29311/view

Timeline

Posted

Feb 25, 2026

Last Updated

Mar 3, 2026

Submission Deadline

Mar 4, 2026, 9:00 PM

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 Navy, specifically Marine Barracks Washington (MBW), is soliciting proposals for Critical Response Training for its Guard Company. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and will result in a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order. The training aims to enhance the Marines' capability to respond to critical incidents, including active shooter scenarios. Proposals are due by March 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.

Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide specialized training for 130 Marines on active shooter response and Close Quarter Battle (CQB) tactics. Key aspects include:

Training Structure: Conducted in two blocks over two weeks, with 65 Marines per block. Each block will consist of at least 15 hours of training across 3 days.
Topics: Active shooter response in close quarters and open-air/crowd environments, tactical formations, breaching, and combat lifesaving.
Instructor Ratio: Maintain a ratio of at least 1 instructor per 20 students.

Period & Place of Performance

Period of Performance: April 6, 2026 – April 17, 2026.
Place of Performance: Classroom training can be at Marine Barracks Washington or vendor facilities. Scenario training can be at MBW, vendor facilities, or ranges aboard MCB Quantico if live fire is required.

Contract Details

Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order.
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
NAICS Code: 611699 (Education/Training Combat).
Special Requirements: Instructors must be law enforcement trained in critical incident response, including use of force, firearms handling, CQB/SWAT, and open-air tactics. Contractors are responsible for all travel and per diem expenses and must undergo background checks for base access.

Submission & Evaluation

Proposals Due: March 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
Questions Due: March 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
Submission: Electronically to Sgt Lesline Abonwoh at lesline.abonwoh@usmc.mil.
Evaluation: Award will be made on a Best Value basis, considering price and other factors. Evaluation will include conformance to the solicitation, comparative evaluation, satisfactory past performance, and a fair and reasonable price. Offerors must include a completed copy of FAR provision 52.212-3.