Marriage Enhancement Retreat
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 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 7, is seeking proposals for Marriage Enhancement Retreat event planning services. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires a contractor to manage all logistical aspects of a retreat in Decatur, GA, allowing clinical chaplains to focus on direct veteran and spouse/SO care. Quotations are due by February 26, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will provide comprehensive event planning and logistical support, including:
- Virtual and onsite registration management.
- Negotiation of facility and meal contracts.
- Marketing and promotional activities.
- Ordering and distribution of supplies.
- Communication updates to participants.
- Setup of training and hospitality rooms.
- Meal management and welcome packet assembly.
- On-site support during the retreat.
- Distribution and compilation of pre- and post-training surveys.
- Submission of a final project report.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: March 1, 2026, to August 31, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 721110 (Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels) with a $40 Million size standard.
- Questions Due: February 13, 2026, 1:00 PM ET.
- Quotations Due: February 26, 2026, 1:00 PM EST.
- Published Date: February 19, 2026.
Evaluation & Eligibility
Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, considering Technical, Past Performance, and Price factors. Offerors must provide at least two past performance references. This acquisition is restricted to small businesses headquartered in the Atlanta, GA catchment area.
Submission Requirements
Quotations must be submitted via email to steven.timmons@va.gov. Responses must be in PDF format and include a signed SF1449 and a Capability Statement. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of all amendments, including the one providing RFI responses and extending the due date.