JCLC San Clemente High School - 8th Brigade

Amendment / Modification

This amendment revises the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and provides answers to vendor questions. The "Revised Performance Work Statement" and "Question and Answers - JCLC San Clemente - Solicitation" documents have been attached. The original "Performance Work Statement" has been deleted.

• Performance Work Statement (Revised)
• Questions and Answers (Attached)

There is no change to the proposal response date.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (W9124D26QA1110001) is for the 8th Brigade, United States Army Cadet Command (USACC), San Clemente High School Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC). The government is procuring facilities, lodging, logistical support, meals, training areas, and training activities for the attendees.

• Meals: Provision of all food, beverages, and condiments for Cadet Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, as well as Cadre Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

• Lodging: Provision of bunkhouse lodging for Cadets (capacity 48) and Cadre housing, with separate facilities for Cadets and Cadre. Includes Bungalow Suite lodging for the Camp Commander.

• Activities & Facilities: Provision of JROTC Activities and Facilities, including instructional periods and other activities to enhance participant development and learning experience.

• Logistical Support: General logistical support is required.

• Period of Performance: March 27, 2026, through March 29, 2026.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price for all items.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated in the provided pages.

• Offer Due Date: March 18, 2026, 11:00 AM Local Time.

• Submission Method: Quotes are due by 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.

• Questions Due: March 16, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Time.

• The acquisition is currently marked as UNRESTRICTED.

• Includes FAR clause 52.219-4, "Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns," indicating potential evaluation preferences for HUBZone small businesses.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference.

• A Performance Work Statement (PWS) is referenced for detailed requirements, including inspection and acceptance instructions.

• Payment will be processed through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

• All dates are subject to change; offerors are responsible for checking SAM.gov for amendments.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide facilities, lodging, logistical support, meals, training areas, and training activities for the annual JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) from March 27-29, 2026, for approximately 144 Cadets and 20 Cadre/Chaperones.

• Facilities & Lodging: Provide two nights of billeting for 144 Cadets and 20 Cadre/Chaperones. Female and male participants shall not share billets or hygiene facilities.

• Meals: Provide a total of 7 meals, including a primary entrée with a vegetarian substitute, three side dishes, fruit, salad, bread, dessert, and at least two beverage options per meal. Sample menus are provided.

• Training Areas & Activities: Offer training areas and activities such as rappelling, rock climbing, zip-line, high/low COPE, air rifle range, archery, night/day hikes, and campfire pits. This includes providing instructional staff, space, facilities, and materials.

• Leadership Development Program (LDP): The curriculum should aim to increase cadet leadership skills, awareness of career fields, personal leadership abilities, and inspire academic excellence.

• Facilities and infrastructure must be maintained and functional 98% of the time.

• Billeting facilities must be habitable 98% of the time.

• Meals must be served on time 95% of the time and be fit for consumption.

• Personnel providing training must be 100% trained prior to instruction.

• Training equipment must be serviceable, safe, and functional 96% of the time.

• All academic actions must meet or exceed generally accepted standards.

• Safety and well-being of cadets must be assured.

• Period of Performance: March 27-29, 2026.

• Place of Performance: Contractor's facility, located no more than 25 miles from San Clemente High School.

• Contractor must provide a Quality Control Plan (QCP).

• Contractor personnel require identification badges.

• Contractor must ensure employees have background checks.

• No Government Property (GP) will be provided.

• Contractor must comply with safety and environmental regulations.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the JCLC San Clemente solicitation (W9124D26QA111), clarifying requirements outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Air Rifle Range: The JCLC does not require an Air Rifle Range or Archery Usage. A BB gun range using air-powered rifles is acceptable.
• Facility Location: The contractor facility must be located within 25 miles of San Clemente High School.
• Facility Accreditation: Accreditation by the American Camp Association (ACA) or operation by the Boy Scouts of America is not a requirement for this JCLC.
• Rappelling Structure: A dedicated and/or permanent structure is required for rappelling activities, as per PWS Section 5.2.3.2. The PWS has been amended to reflect this.

This Q&A document clarifies key requirements related to facility location, specific equipment (air rifle range), and infrastructure (rappelling structure), and notes an amendment to the PWS regarding the rappelling structure. Bidders should review these clarifications to ensure their proposals accurately reflect the government's needs.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide facilities, lodging, logistical support, meals, training areas, and training activities for the 8th Brigade, United States Army Cadet Command (USACC), San Clemente High School Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) from March 27-29, 2026. The event aims to increase JROTC cadets' leadership potential, provide opportunities for physical fitness, citizenship exercises, and interaction with cadets from other schools.

• Participants: 144 Cadets and 20 Cadre/Chaperones.

• Duration: Three days, two nights (March 27-29, 2026).

• Services: Provision of facilities, lodging, logistical support, meals, training areas, and training activities.

• Meals: A total of 7 meals per person, including a primary entrée, vegetarian option, three side dishes, fruit, salad, bread, dessert, and at least two beverage options. Sample menus are provided.

• Training Activities: Includes rappelling, rock climbing, zip-line, COPE course, air rifle range, hikes, archery, and campfire activities. The curriculum focuses on leadership development, team building, and physical fitness.

• Staffing: Contractor provides instructional and support staff, instructional space, and materials.

• Facilities: Must be maintained and functional 98% of the time.

• Lodging: Billeting facilities must be habitable 98% of the time and segregated by gender and cadre/cadet status.

• Meals: Served on time 95% of the time and fit for consumption.

• Training: Personnel providing training must be 100% trained prior to instruction. Training equipment and areas must be serviceable, safe, and functional 96% of the time.

• Quality Control: Contractor must develop and maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP).

• Quality Assurance: Government will evaluate performance via a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).

• Period of Performance (PoP): March 27-29, 2026.

• Place of Performance: Contractor's facility.

• Non-personal service contract.

• Segregated Lodging: Female and male cadets/cadre must have separate billeting, latrine, and hygiene facilities. Cadre must not share facilities with cadets.

• Identification: Contractor personnel must display identification badges.

• Background Checks: Required for all employees.

• Safety: Contractor must be knowledgeable of OSHA and other safety regulations. Food handlers must adhere to food safety requirements.

• No Government Property: No government property will be provided.

• Key Personnel: Contract Manager and Alternate Contract Manager required.

• Data Rights: Restrictions on use and disclosure of proprietary data.

• Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI): Contractor must notify the Contracting Officer of any potential OCI.

• Deliverables: Menus (finalized before the event) and a final invoice within 10 days of event completion.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (W9124D26QA111) is for the 8th Brigade, United States Army Cadet Command (USACC) San Clemente High School Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC). The contract will provide facilities, lodging, logistical support, meals, training areas, and training activities for attendees from March 27-29, 2026.

• Meals: Provision of all food, beverages, and condiments for Cadet Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, as well as Cadre Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

• Lodging: Provision of bunkhouse lodging for Cadets and Cadre, with separate facilities. Bungalow suite lodging for the Camp Commander.

• Activities: JROTC Activities and Facilities, including a proposed curriculum to enhance participant development and learning.

• Logistical Support: General logistical support as required for the event.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price for all items.

• Period of Performance: March 27, 2026, to March 29, 2026.

• Place of Performance: Fort Knox, KY.

• NAICS Code: 721214

• 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.

• This acquisition is UNRESTRICTED.

• Includes FAR clauses related to HUBZone small business concerns, including a 10% evaluation preference.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to Service Contract Labor Standards, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer (WAWF), and various representations and certifications.

• A Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Service Contract Wage Determination are incorporated by reference.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Service Contract Act Wage Determination for the State of California, County of Orange. It lists the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations employed under service contracts covered by the Act. Bidders must use this information to ensure compliance with labor standards when proposing on relevant opportunities.

• Occupational Codes and Titles: A comprehensive list of job classifications.
• Minimum Wage Rates: The legally mandated hourly wage for each occupation.
• Footnotes: Indicate specific conditions or additional information for certain occupations (e.g., computer employees, night/Sunday pay, hazardous pay, uniform allowance).
• Health & Welfare Benefits: Specifies the required hourly or weekly amount for health and welfare benefits.
• Vacation and Holiday Provisions: Outlines the minimum paid vacation and holiday entitlements.

This document is critical for bidders to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with the specified wage rates and fringe benefits can lead to bid disqualification or contract non-compliance. Bidders must ensure their proposed labor rates meet or exceed these minimums for all covered occupations.