PSO Credits
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 Marine Corps Regional Contracting Office (RCO) – MCI-NCR, Quantico, VA, has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to award a sole source contract to ATX Capital Partners, LLC (ATX Defense) for PSO Credits. This requirement, under a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Sole Source authority, is for the Marine Corps Software Factory (MCSWF). Responses are due by May 29, 2026, 0800 AM Eastern Standard Time.
Scope of Work
The MCSWF requires continuous access to consulting credits and vouchers. These are essential for facilitating the education, mentorship, and ongoing maintenance of its software development environment. The MCSWF operates embedded within the U.S. Army Futures Command (AFC) Software Factory, relying on Army-provided facilities, equipment, software, and administrative support. ATX Defense is identified as the only source capable of providing the necessary integration and continuity within this specific Army-hosted mission environment.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Contracting Authority: FAR 19.1406, Sole Source Awards to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Concerns
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Sole Source
- Anticipated NAICS Code: 611430 – Professional and Management Development Training
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, 0800 AM Eastern Standard Time
- Published Date: June 17, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This notice is NOT a request for competitive quotes. However, all responsible sources are invited to submit a capability statement or quotation for agency consideration. The Government retains sole discretion in determining whether to proceed with a competitive procurement based on the responses received. Information submitted will be used primarily to assess the potential for a competitive acquisition.
Submission Instructions
Responses must be submitted via email to Kevin Guertin (kevin.guertin@usmc.mil) and Kellie Holley (kellie.holley@usmc.mil). Late responses will not be considered.