Home School Legal Defense Association?s (HSLDA) National Leaders Conference (NLC) in support of Navy Recruiting Command (NRC)
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
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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 (NAVSUP Fleet Logistic Center Norfolk), on behalf of the Navy Recruiting Command (NRC), is issuing a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for services to support the Navy's participation at the Home School Legal Defense Association’s (HSLDA) National Leaders Conference (NLC). This is a sole-source procurement under FAR 13.501(a)(1)(ii) with HSLDA, citing their unique ability to provide access to a large pool of STEM-focused students for recruitment. The Small Business Office concurred with the set-aside determination, despite the sole-source intent. Quotes from all responsible sources are due by June 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide services to facilitate the Navy's presence and recruiting efforts at the HSLDA National Leaders Conference, scheduled for September 24-27, 2026. This event is crucial for NRC to expand its involvement, increase diverse representation within the Navy, and strengthen relationships with HSLDA leadership. HSLDA offers direct access to over 30,000 young STEM minds, which are vital for the Navy's recruiting goals.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for commercial services (FFP)
- NAICS: 541850 (Advertising Services), Small Business Size Standard: $34.5M
- Sole Source: Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA)
- Period of Performance: September 24, 2026 – September 27, 2026
- Quotes Due: June 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST (Philadelphia time)
- Published: June 8, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties may submit quotes, which will be considered by the Government. Quotes must include price(s), FOB point, a point of contact (name and phone number), GSA contract number (if applicable), business size, and payment terms. Quoters must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at http://www.sam.gov/. All submissions and questions should be sent via email to Elene Chappelle at elene.y.chappelle.civ@us.navy.mil. Attachments are limited to PDF, Microsoft Word, and/or Microsoft Excel formats.
Additional Notes
The Government's determination not to compete this proposed contract based on responses is solely at its discretion.