Vermont Work for Warriors Program Services
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
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 Department of the Army / Vermont Army National Guard (VTARNG) has issued a Pre-Solicitation Notice for Vermont Work for Warriors Program Services. This opportunity seeks to provide employment placement support for current and future Vermont National Guard members, Reservists, Veterans, and their families. The full solicitation is anticipated to be posted on SAM.gov around May 26, 2026. This acquisition is 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide personnel, equipment, and services necessary to prepare and connect eligible individuals with employment opportunities. Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing programs for outreach to Service Members, Reservists, Veterans, and their families.
- Educating beneficiaries on available national, state, and local programs and benefits.
- Providing employment assistance, education benefits, retention incentives, and transition services.
- Tracking customer interactions and offering career support, development, and maintenance for civilian careers.
- Specific services include resume writing assistance, social networking guidance, and interview skills coaching.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Pre-Solicitation Notice
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Anticipated Period of Performance: September 29, 2026 – September 28, 2027 (12 months)
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- NAICS Code: 561311 (Employment Placement Agencies), Size Standard $30.0M
- Full Solicitation Release: On or about May 26, 2026
- Pre-Solicitation Response Date: May 15, 2026 (This date is for the pre-solicitation, likely for questions or feedback before the full solicitation release.)
- Published Date: April 30, 2026
Place of Performance
Services will be performed at multiple locations in Vermont:
- Newport Armory, 540 Union St, Newport VT
- Joint Readiness Center, 90 Ethan Allen Road, Jericho, VT Camp Johnson
- 789 VT National Guard Road, Colchester, VT
- Armed Forces Reserve Center, 2143 Post Road, Rutland VT Services are typically required Monday through Friday, 0600-1700, excluding US holidays or facility closures.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Joel Greer (joel.m.greer.civ@army.mil, 802-338-3190)
- Secondary Contact: Kimberly Swasey (Kimberly.a.swasey.civ@army.mil)