OHARNG Tactical Vehicle Maneuver Lane Improvement at Camp James A. Garfield Joint Military Training Center (CJAG)
Overview
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Ohio Army National Guard (OHARNG) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential contractors for Tactical Vehicle Maneuver Lane Improvement at Camp James A. Garfield Joint Military Training Center (CJAG) in Ravenna, OH. This project aims to enhance access for tactical vehicles to training areas. Responses are due by May 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project involves improving existing railbeds to support heavy military equipment like M1A1 Abrams tanks (approx. 80 tons) and Bradley Fighting Vehicles. Key tasks include:
- Hardening the trail surface with stone.
- Replacing and installing culverts.
- Implementing drainage improvements such as ditches and rock check dams.
- Associated earthwork, fence demolition, and site restoration. The work is divided into five Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs), each covering approximately 450-500 feet of railbed improvement extending west from Paris-Windham Rd., south of the North Dig Site. Turn pads are not required as they are already installed.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $500,000 and $1,000,000
- Product Service Code: Y1LB (Construction Of Highways, Roads, Streets, Bridges, And Railways)
- NAICS Code: 237990 (Other Heavy Engineering & Engineering Construction)
- Response Due: May 1, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
- Published Date: April 17, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Interested prime contractors must submit a written notice of intent, not exceeding five pages, by the response deadline. The submission must include:
- A positive statement of intent to bid as a prime contractor.
- A completed and signed "Source Sought Information Request Form" (available as an attachment), which requires company information, socio-economic status, SAM registration confirmation, and bonding capability.
- Evidence of experience completing similar projects for government and/or private industry.
- Proof of active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM), including DUNS Number and/or CAGE Code. Responses will be used for planning purposes to assess market capabilities and potential set-aside determinations.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This notice specifically seeks to identify Small Business sources. If adequate Small Business contractors are not available to ensure sufficient competition, the project may be advertised as unrestricted. The "Source Sought Information Request Form" requires firms to indicate their socio-economic status.
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought notice for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee a future award. The Ohio Army National Guard intends to issue a solicitation and award a contract based on the findings of this market research.