2BDE JCLC Butler
ID: PANMCC-25-P-0000-011122Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT KNOXFORT KNOX, KY, 40121-5000, USA

NAICS

Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214)

PSC

SOCIAL- RECREATIONAL (G003)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide non-personal services for the Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) Butler event scheduled for June 16-19, 2025, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all necessary personnel, equipment, and supplies to deliver meals, lodging, and training facilities for approximately 120 cadets and 14 cadre, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality performance standards. This procurement is crucial for facilitating a safe and structured training environment, adhering to USDA dietary guidelines, and maintaining hygiene and gender separation in lodging accommodations. Interested parties must respond to the Sources Sought Notice by January 28, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. EST, and can direct inquiries to Candice M. Hodges at Candice.M.Hodges.civ@army.mil or Samuel M. Henderson at Samuel.M.Henderson1.civ@army.mil.

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    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a non-personal services contract to support the Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) Butler event from June 16-19, 2025. The contractor will furnish all necessary personnel, equipment, and supplies to provide meals, lodging, and training facilities for 120 cadets and 14 cadre. Key services include meal preparation, lodging arrangements, and various training activities such as kayaking, swimming, and team-building exercises. The contractor is responsible for ensuring quality service, with a requirement to submit a quality control plan and address potential issues within stipulated timelines. Lodging accommodations must respect gender separation, and hygiene standards must be maintained throughout the event. Additionally, the contractor must comply with relevant safety regulations and provide certified personnel for activities involving climbing, rappelling, and water training. The PWS specifies quality performance standards and outlines contractor responsibilities for maintaining facilities and delivering meals on time. The overall goal is to facilitate a safe and structured environment for cadet training, adhering to USDA dietary guidelines and ensuring a competent workforce is available throughout the event.
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