SOFAM 26 Austere/Arctic Medical SME
ID: H9242126QE005Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEUS SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM)HQ USSOCOMFORT LIBERTY, NC, 28310, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction (611699)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER (U099)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/4d66b5951d45495681fd24e61e747296/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), is seeking proposals from qualified Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) to provide "SOFAM Arctic Medical Training" in Fairbanks, Alaska, from January 4-30, 2026. The contract, valued at $16,500,000, requires contractors to deliver subject matter expertise in austere and arctic medicine, including biodefense and specialized equipment, while acting as a "white cell" during training exercises. Key personnel qualifications include board-certified emergency medicine physicians with Mountain Medicine diplomas, tactical medical instructors, and the provision of mountaineering safety and survival equipment for up to 65 personnel. Interested parties must submit questions by December 3, 2025, and can contact MSG Andre Furman at andre.d.furman.mil@socom.mil or 719-723-6413 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    MSG Andre Furman
    (719) 723-6413
    andre.d.furman.mil@socom.mil
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    Solicitation - H9242126QE005.pdf
    This government solicitation, numbered H9242126QE005, is for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) and focuses on providing "SOFAM Arctic Medical Training" for Special Operations Command North (SOCNORTH) from January 4-30, 2026, in Fairbanks, Alaska. The contract, valued at $16,500,000.00, requires a contractor to deliver subject matter expertise in austere and arctic medicine, including biodefense and specialized equipment, acting as a "white cell" during training. Key requirements include board-certified emergency medicine physicians with Mountain Medicine diplomas, American Avalanche Association course providers, and tactical medical instructors (e.g., US Navy SEAL Medics or US Army 18D). The contractor must also provide mountaineering safety and survival equipment for up to 65 personnel and Continuing Education Units (CEUs). The solicitation details contractor reporting, travel, security (including NDAs), and safety requirements, along with relevant FAR and DFARS clauses for commercial products and services.
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