Notice of Intent to sole Source- Health Stem Camp
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 Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) Fort Knox has issued a Special Notice / Sources Sought regarding a Health STEM Camp for JROTC cadets of Jackson Public Schools. While the U.S. Government initially intends to award this on a sole-source basis to Willam Cary University, it is actively seeking other capable vendors to support a potential competitive procurement. Responses are due May 14, 2026.
Purpose
This notice serves as market research to identify qualified businesses capable of providing a five-day residential health-based educational program. The objective is to introduce 60 JROTC cadets and 15 cadre from Jackson Public Schools to health-related career opportunities and STEM fields.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide a residential program from June 1-5, 2026, at their facility within a 100-mile radius of Jackson, MS. This includes meals, training facilities, and cadre support. The curriculum must introduce cadets to health-related careers through a health-based curriculum, field trips to medical facilities, and exposure to a university atmosphere, incorporating team-building and self-awareness activities. The contractor must be a regionally accredited institution with established medical and health-related curricula.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice / Sources Sought (potential Firm Fixed Price contract)
- NAICS: 611310 (Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools), size standard $35,000,000.00
- Period of Performance: June 1-5, 2026
- Place of Performance: Contractor's facility within a 100-mile radius of Jackson, MS
- Response Due: May 14, 2026, 9:00 AM EST
- Published: April 30, 2026
Set-Aside & Response Requirements
This requirement is not currently set-aside. The government encourages all interested businesses, especially small businesses across all socioeconomic categories, to respond. A small business set-aside will only be considered if two or more small businesses provide sufficient information demonstrating their capability.
Respondents must provide:
- Company details (name, POC, UEI, CAGE, small business status/certifications, NAICS).
- Indicate interest as a prime contractor and any teaming arrangements.
- Detailed capabilities and past experience on similar requirements.
- Information on commercial availability, including pricing, delivery, and terms.
Submission
Responses must be emailed to Ranetta M. DeRamos (ranetta.m.deramos.civ@army.mil) and Zachery E. Reynolds (zachery.e.reynolds.civ@army.mil) by the deadline.
Additional Notes
This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The U.S. Government will not pay for any information submitted.