JCLC San Clemente High School - 8th Brigade
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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 Installation Contracting Command - Fort Knox intends to issue a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) for the 8th Brigade, United States Army Cadet Command (USACC), San Clemente High School. This opportunity seeks a contractor to provide facilities, lodging, logistical support, meals, training areas, and training activities for attendees from March 27-29, 2026. The solicitation (W9124D26QA111) was issued on March 12, 2026, with quotes due by March 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM Local Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will support 144 Cadets and 20 Cadre/Chaperones for a three-day, two-night event. Key deliverables include:
- Meals: Provision of all food, beverages, and condiments for Cadet and Cadre breakfast, lunch, and dinner (7 meals per person), including primary entrée, vegetarian option, sides, fruit, salad, bread, dessert, and beverages.
- Lodging: Bunkhouse lodging for Cadets and Cadre (separate facilities), and bungalow suite lodging for the Camp Commander. Lodging must be segregated by gender and cadre/cadet status.
- Activities: JROTC activities and facilities, including a proposed curriculum for leadership development, team building, and physical fitness. Activities may include rappelling, rock climbing, zip-line, COPE course, air rifle range, hikes, archery, and campfire activities.
- Logistical Support: General logistical support as required for the event.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price for all items.
- Period of Performance: March 27, 2026, to March 29, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Fort Knox, KY (Contractor's facility).
- NAICS Code: 721214 (Recreational Services).
- Set-Aside: This acquisition is UNRESTRICTED, but includes FAR clauses related to HUBZone small business concerns, offering a 10% evaluation preference.
Submission & Evaluation
- Solicitation Issue Date: March 12, 2026.
- Offer Due Date: March 18, 2026, by 11:00 AM Local Time.
- Submission Method: Quotes are due via email to Wesley E. Dowell (wesley.e.dowell.civ@army.mil) and Terry Phillips (terry.d.phillips6.civ@army.mil).
- Evaluation: Contract award will be made to the lowest priced, responsive quote from a responsible offeror.
Key Requirements & Notes
- Contractor personnel must display identification badges and undergo background checks.
- A Quality Control Plan (QCP) is required, and performance will be evaluated via a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).
- No government property will be provided.
- The solicitation incorporates a Performance Work Statement (PWS) and a Service Contract Wage Determination for California, Orange County, which bidders must adhere to for labor costs.
- All contractors must be registered in SAM.gov to be eligible for award.