ContractCombined Synopsis/Solicitation
Strong-Bonds Retreat
DEPT OF DEFENSE• FA460826QS016
Response Deadline
May 5, 2026
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0
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Notice Type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Contract Opportunity Analysis
The Department of the Air Force at Barksdale Air Force Base is seeking a Blanket Purchase Agreement for Strong Bonds Retreats to support military couples and single members through guided workshops focused on relationship strength and personal development. The contractor must provide lodging, meeting space, meals, and related retreat support for three separate retreats, including two for married couples and one for single military members. Requirements include room blocks for up to 64 participants, meeting space with audiovisual equipment, four buffet-style meals per participant, a serene setting with recreational activities, no additional fees to the government, and performance within 250 miles of Barksdale AFB in Louisiana. The BPA has a $350,000 total ceiling, individual call orders are capped at $25,000, vendors must be registered in SAM.gov, and questions and quotes are due April 24, 2026 and May 5, 2026, respectively, with evaluation based on price and technical factors.
Classification Codes
NAICS Code
721110
Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels
PSC Code
V231
TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRAVEL/LODGING/RECRUITMENT: LODGING, HOTEL/MOTEL
Solicitation Documents
Combo FA460826QS016 Final.pdf
PDF•232 KB•Apr 30, 2026
AI Summary
The combined synopsis/solicitation FA460826QS016 is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to provide "Strong Bonds Retreats" for military members at Barksdale Air Force Base. The objective is to offer guided workshops to military couples and single military members to strengthen relationships and promote personal growth. The BPA has a total dollar limit of $350,000.00 and a performance period not exceeding five years. Individual call orders are limited to $25,000.00. Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov. Questions are due by April 24, 2026, and quotes by May 5, 2026. Evaluation will be based on price and technical factors, with the lowest three offers undergoing technical review.
Barksdale AFB PWS Strong Bond Retreats (007).pdf
PDF•663 KB•Apr 30, 2026
AI Summary
This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines requirements for contractors to provide lodging, meeting space, and meals for Strong Bonds Retreats for military members and families from Barksdale AFB, Louisiana. The retreats aim to enhance relationship bonds and personal development. The contractor will facilitate three separate retreats for up to 64 people each, two for married couples and one for single military members. Requirements include specific room configurations (30-34 rooms), meeting space for 64 participants with AV equipment, and four buffet-style meals per participant. The facility must be serene, aesthetically pleasing, and offer recreational activities. No additional fees are to be charged to the government. The performance location must be within 250 miles of Barksdale AFB, Louisiana, with desired dates spanning May to July 2026. The PWS also details provisions for rescheduling and cancellation.
PRICE LIST FA460826QS016.pdf
PDF•37 KB•Apr 30, 2026
AI Summary
The document FA460826QS016, Attachment 2, is a price list detailing requirements for a government RFP related to retreats and meetings. It specifies lodging needs for both 'Marriage Retreats' and 'Singles Retreats,' including room types and dates in May, June, and July 2026. For Marriage Retreats, 30 couples' rooms and 4 single rooms are required across multiple dates. Singles Retreats require 30 double-occupancy rooms over several dates. The document also outlines the need for meeting rooms capable of accommodating up to 64 people and specifies requirements for 4 meals for each participant, not to exceed 64 people. This attachment provides the foundational details for vendors to price their services for these events.
Question and Answers.pdf
PDF•29 KB•Apr 30, 2026
AI Summary
This document addresses questions regarding FA460826QS016, a government request for proposal. The key points clarify that while specific dates were requested, flexibility is preferred for weekend events, and not all submitted dates will be used. Regarding pricing, the request explicitly states that guest room rates and food are not based on government per diem. Instead, a per-room/per-person rate quote is desired, with participant numbers ranging from 15 to a maximum of 64. The meal count for bidding should be based on a per-plate rate. Finally, a potential Saturday afternoon excursion can be included as an optional add-on rate per person. Bidders are not required to provide all seven requested dates to submit a bid.
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Project Timeline
postedOriginal Solicitation PostedApr 21, 2026
amendedLatest Amendment· Description UpdatedApr 30, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineMay 5, 2026
expiryArchive DateMay 20, 2026
Agency Information
Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Office
FA4608 2 CONS LGC
Point of Contact
Place of Performance
Fort Johnson, Louisiana, UNITED STATES