Yellow Ribbon Event (Conference Space & Meals) Reno, NV March 8, 2026
SOL #: W9124X26QA001Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W7NM USPFO ACTIVITY NV ARNG
CARSON CITY, NV, 89701-6807, United States
Place of Performance
Reno, NV
NAICS
Casino Hotels (721120)
PSC
Lease/Rental Of Conference Space And Facilities (X1AB)
Set Aside
Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
Original Source
Timeline
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Posted
Feb 3, 2026
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Last Updated
Feb 5, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Feb 12, 2026, 7:30 AM
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 seeking proposals for a Yellow Ribbon Event in Reno, NV, on March 8, 2026. This Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside opportunity requires conference space, banquet meals, lodging, and related services for approximately 280 Nevada National Guard Service Members and their families. Quotes are due by February 11, 2026, at 11:30 PM PST.
Purpose & Scope
This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is for a Yellow Ribbon Event to provide conference room meeting space and banquet meals. The revised Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines requirements for:
- Conference Space: Main room for ~280 guests, breakout room, within a 20-mile radius of Reno, NV, minimum 3-star rating, ~10 miles from a hospital.
- Meals & Beverages: Plated or buffet-style lunch, healthy snacks, water, coffee. Must accommodate vegan, gluten, and dairy-free options.
- Lodging: Fourteen (14) double occupancy rooms for the night of March 7, 2026, at a special government rate.
- Audio-Visual: Podium, microphones, speakers, projector, screen, stage, extension cords, power strips, Wi-Fi, HDMI cables.
- Parking: Onsite parking for all attendees and support staff (estimated 25 vehicles for evaluation).
- Staffing: On-site event coordinator, food service employees with current handler's permits.
- Compliance: Venue must comply with OSHA and all federal, state, and local laws; provide facility site map/layout and A/V equipment list.
Contract Details
- Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) in accordance with FAR Parts 12 and 13.
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
- NAICS Codes: 721120 (Casino Hotels) or 721110 (Hotels, except casino hotels), with a $40M size standard.
- Product Service Code (PSC): X1AB – Lease/Rental Of Conference Space and Facilities.
- Period of Performance: March 8, 2026, approximately 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pacific Time.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission: Quotes must be emailed to Gregory Kothman at gregory.p.kothman.civ@army.mil.
- Required Documents: Completed SF1449, attached pricing sheet, venue information, and banquet meal menu/option details.
- Evaluation: Award will be made using a Best Value trade-off method, considering:
- Price
- Technical: Capability of the proposed facility to meet PWS requirements.
- Past Performance: Not required, but the government reserves the right to check.
- Discussions: Award may be made without discussions, but the government reserves the right to hold them.
- Quote Validity: Quotations must be valid for at least 15 days after the close date.
Key Dates & Contact
- Quote Due Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 11:30 PM PST.
- Published Date: February 5, 2026 (Amendment 001).
- Primary Contact: Gregory P. Kothman, gregory.p.kothman.civ@army.mil, 775-887-7865.
People
Points of Contact
Gregory P. KothmanPRIMARY
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