Question to the Contractors on MIOSS
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 the Army is conducting market research and requesting input from contractors for the Medical Simulation Training Center (MSTC) Instructor Operator Support Services (MIOSS) contract. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The Government is considering a Trade Off – Best Value approach and seeks recommendations for Section L (Instructions) and Section M (Evaluation Factors) based on the attached Draft PWS. Responses are due by April 24, 2026, 10:00 am EST.
Purpose
This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather industry recommendations for formulating Section L and Section M criteria for the upcoming MIOSS contract. The goal is to identify evaluation factors that will:
- Deliver tangible or intangible benefits to the Government.
- Drive operational efficiencies in fulfilling MIOSS requirements.
- Ensure contractual and operational flexibility for evolving medical support needs.
Scope of Work (Based on Draft PWS)
The MIOSS contract will provide Instructor/Operator (I/O) support services for Medical Simulation Training Centers (MSTCs) worldwide (CONUS and OCONUS). Key aspects include:
- Enhancing Warfighters' skills and MOS proficiency, particularly for Combat Medics (68W MOS).
- Delivering sustainment training, non-Combat Medic training (Tiers I and II), MEDIC (TC8-800 Tables), Combat Life Saver (CLS), and other medical tiered training.
- Core service areas encompass Training/Education Services, specific Disciplines (e.g., 68W Medical Care, TC3), and Exercise Planning, Management, and Operator Support (including scenario development, military exercise support, and After Action Reviews).
- Performance standards include personnel qualification, training quality, minimum throughput of 2500 68W students annually per MSTC site, and specific instructor-to-student ratios.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: U009 (Education Services)
- Response Due: April 24, 2026, 10:00 am EST
- Published: April 21, 2026
- Place of Performance: Various Army MSTC locations worldwide, including Orlando, FL.
Submission Instructions
Recommendations and related correspondence should be submitted in writing to usarmy.orlando.cpe-st3.mbx.mioss@army.mil. The subject line must include "Suggestions for Section L&M" and your company name.
Additional Notes
This is for information and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation or commitment to procure services. The Government will not pay for information provided. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future solicitation. Potential offerors should monitor SAM.gov for future announcements.