M00264-26-RFI-001 Marine Corps Information Maneuver School (MCIMS)
ID: M00264-26-RFI-001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDERQUANTICO, VA, 22134, USA

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/aefcd3e47fdb4df2ab8f21d47a87cada/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Marine Corps Information Maneuver School (MCIMS), is seeking sources for contract support to provide academic instruction and training in Civil Affairs (CA), Civil-Military Operations (CMO), and Information Operations (IO) planning. The objective is to identify qualified vendors capable of delivering curriculum development and course maintenance for various Military Occupational Specialties (MOS), including the CA MOS Course and CMO Planner, which are critical for preparing Marines for operational effectiveness. The current contract is held by Green Cell Consulting LLC, and the anticipated NAICS code for this opportunity is 611430, with a size standard of $15 million. Interested parties must submit their responses, including a capabilities statement and business details, by December 30, 2025, at 10:00 AM EDT, to Erin Silverthorn at erin.silverthorn@usmc.mil or Christa Eggleston-Scott at christa.eggleston-sc@usmc.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Erin Silverthorn
    (703) 784-1930
    erin.silverthorn@usmc.mil
    Christa Eggleston-Scott
    (703) 784-3595
    christa.eggleston-sc@usmc.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    M00264-26-RFI-001 MCIMS.pdf
    The Marine Corps Regional Contracting Office is seeking sources for contract support to the Marine Corps Information Maneuver School, Marine Corps Intelligence Schools, and Marine Corps Training Command. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to identify sources capable of providing instruction in Civil Affairs Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) and Influence MOS, as well as training in Civil Affairs Operations (CAO), Civil-Military Operations (CMO), and information operations planning. The training will be delivered to Marine Corps CA MOS Course, CMO Planner, and IO planner students, and unit staffs. The current contract, M00264-22-C-0003, is a Firm Fixed Price contract held by Green Cell Consulting LLC, a small business. The anticipated NAICS code is 611430 ($15 million size standard) for Education/Training- Training/Curriculum Development. The RFI encourages responses from various small businesses and seeks industry feedback on alternative NAICS codes, clarity of the Performance Work Statement (PWS), and familiarity with USMC doctrines, systems, and processes. Responses, including business details, contract vehicles, and a capabilities statement (no more than ten pages), are due by December 30, 2025, 10:00 AM EDT.
    PWS.pdf
    The Marine Corps Information Maneuver School (MCIMS) seeks contractor support for academic instruction, curriculum development, and course maintenance for Civil Affairs (CA), Civil-Military Operations (CMO), and Information Operations (IO) planning. This effort prepares Marines for various Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) and supports the Fleet Marine Force (FMF). Key courses include the CA MOS Course, CMO Planner, MAGTF Operations in the Information Environment Practitioner (MOPC), Specialist (MOSC), and Staff Operations in the Information Environment Planner (SOPC), and Stability Assessment Framework (SAF). The contractor will provide doctrinal analysis, develop scenarios and vignettes, and conduct training and education analysis. Work locations include Quantico, other CONUS bases, and OCONUS locations. Instructors must have extensive operational experience in IO/IW/CMO/CAO, relevant certifications, and a Secret or TS-SCI clearance with NATO Secret. The contract includes four option years and requires monthly reporting, lesson certifications, and adherence to Marine Corps and DoD policies.
    Lifecycle
    Title
    Type
    M00264-26-RFI-001 Marine Corps Information Maneuver School (MCIMS)
    Currently viewing
    Sources Sought
    Similar Opportunities
    CH-53K HMHT-302 Training Program Curriculum Revisions - Sources Sought Notice
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD), is seeking Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) to provide curriculum sustainment transition services for the U.S. Marine Corps Heavy Helicopter Training Squadron (HMHT-302) and Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH-461). The procurement aims to sustain operator and maintenance training curricula for the CH-53K helicopter, including the development and revision of Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI) levels 1-4. This initiative is critical for maintaining the operational readiness and effectiveness of the Marine Corps' heavy lift capabilities. Interested parties must respond by November 20, 2025, detailing their capabilities and relevant experience, as the anticipated Request for Proposal (N6134026R0013) is expected to be released in the second quarter of 2026, with a contract performance period of 48 months. For further inquiries, contact Caitlyn Ersek at caitlyn.e.ersek.civ@us.navy.mil or Evan Denove at evan.t.denove.civ@us.navy.mil.
    Draft PWS for the MIOSS Program
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking qualified 8(a) contractors to provide Instructor Operator Support Services (MIOSS) for the Medical Simulation Training Center (MSTC). The objective of this procurement is to establish a contract that supports teacher-led medical training and scenario-based training, focusing on enhancing the medical skills of Combat Medics and other military personnel through the use of training aids, devices, simulators, and simulations (TADSS). This initiative is crucial for ensuring that military personnel are adequately prepared for medical situations in various environments, including classrooms and field exercises. Interested contractors are encouraged to submit questions and comments regarding the Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) by January 6, 2026, with an Industry Day scheduled for January 21, 2026, at Fort Stewart, GA. For further inquiries, contractors may contact Carly Haning at carly.j.haning.civ@army.mil or Christina Minnon at christina.l.minnon.civ@army.mil.
    Contracts Competency Administrative and Management Support Services
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Marine Corps Systems Command (MARCORSYSCOM), is seeking administrative and management support services through a Sources Sought notice. The procurement aims to fulfill requirements in areas such as team outreach, communication, employment interviews, scheduling, and training and development for the Kapstone Program. These services are critical for enhancing operational efficiency and supporting the development of Entry Level Employees, with the contractor expected to provide a facility within 10 miles of Quantico, Virginia, capable of hosting various training events and meetings. Interested parties should respond with detailed company profiles, relevant experience, facility capabilities, and a general pricing model, with submissions limited to 15 pages. For further inquiries, contact Patricia Peterson at patricia.peterson.civ@usmc.mil or Mark R. Sanderson at mark.sanderson@usmc.mil.
    This requirement is to provide the JS, J7 Joint Education and Doctrine Division (JEDD) with planning and operations support to execute up to four (4) Disruptive Technical Courses (DTCs) per Fiscal Year.
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, is seeking sources to provide planning and operations support for the Joint Staff (JS), J7 Joint Education and Doctrine Division (JEDD) to execute up to four Disruptive Technical Courses (DTCs) annually. The contractor will be responsible for program management, curriculum development, and coordination of speakers, including six Senior Fellows and up to twenty-four Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) per course, emphasizing high performance standards and compliance with security requirements. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the educational framework within the Department of Defense, with services expected to commence on July 1, 2026, following an anticipated award in the fourth quarter of FY26. Interested parties should submit a tailored executive summary by January 5, 2026, to Jaime Verdi at jaime.verdi@navy.mil, and the applicable NAICS code for this opportunity is 611430, with a size standard of $15 million.
    MARITIME COURSES OF INSTRUCTION
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Special Warfare Command, is seeking proposals from qualified Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) to provide Maritime Courses of Instruction (COI) under solicitation H9224026QE008. The objective is to deliver comprehensive maritime training for Special Warfare Combatant-craft Crewmen (SWCC) personnel, ensuring compliance with USCG standards and enabling advanced navigational skills through various courses, including 100T Masters and RADAR Observer Unlimited. This five-year contract, with a total award amount of $16,500,000, emphasizes the importance of high-quality maritime training for military personnel and includes specific requirements for course materials and performance reporting. Interested parties must submit their questions by January 5, 2026, and can contact John M. Knizner at john.knizner@socom.mil or 619-537-1872 for further information.
    COMMAND AIRCRAFT CREW TRAINING (CACT) PROGRAM FOR ACADEMIC AND SIMULATOR TRAINING ON THE UC-35D AIRCRAFT
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Warfare Center Orlando Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD), is seeking qualified contractors to provide academic and simulator training for the Navy's Command Aircraft Crew Training (CACT) Program on the UC-35D aircraft. The procurement involves a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Requirements contract anticipated to span 60 months, commencing on or about October 30, 2026, and aims to fulfill comprehensive training requirements, including Pilot Initial and Recurrent Training, as well as International Procedures Training. This training is critical for ensuring military aviators are proficient in operating the UC-35D aircraft, which is vital for various Navy operations. Interested parties must submit their capabilities statements by 2 PM EST on January 7, 2026, and can direct inquiries to Joseph Willdigg at joseph.willdigg.civ@us.navy.mil or Audrey Rolland at audrey.rolland@navy.mil.
    Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division Qualitative Data Training
    Dept Of Defense
    The Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Carderock Division is seeking contractor services to design and deliver a comprehensive qualitative data training program aimed at enhancing the skills of government teams in qualitative data analysis and narrative development. This training initiative will include asynchronous self-paced modules, interactive virtual workshops, and a multi-day in-person capstone event, with a focus on equipping participants with the necessary skills to articulate the value and impact of NSWC initiatives effectively. Interested vendors should demonstrate relevant experience, particularly in federal agencies and qualitative research methodologies, and are encouraged to submit their capabilities statements by 3:00 PM Norfolk, VA time on January 6, 2026, to David Crouch at david.w.crouch3.civ@us.navy.mil. This opportunity falls under NAICS Code 611430, with a size standard of $15 million, and is classified as a sources sought notice, meaning no contract will be awarded from this notice.
    MESF High Risk Training
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, is seeking qualified contractors to provide High Risk Training and Learning Standards Support Services for the Maritime Expeditionary Security Force (MESF). The procurement aims to secure Subject Matter Experts who will deliver specialized training in areas such as Coastal Maritime operations, High-Value Unit protection, combat shooting techniques, and tactical vehicle operations, while also developing curriculum and managing administrative functions for MESF units. This opportunity is critical for enhancing the operational readiness and effectiveness of maritime security teams, with a projected contract type of firm-fixed-price and a performance period starting April 15, 2026, lasting for one base year and four option years. Interested businesses must submit their capabilities statements by January 8, 2026, and can contact Justin Clark or Morgan Olszak via email for further information.
    Pilot and Aircrew Curriculum Revision and Maintenance (PACRM) Multiple Award Contract (MAC) II
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD), is seeking qualified sources for the Pilot and Aircrew Curriculum Revision and Maintenance (PACRM) Multiple Award Contract (MAC) II. This procurement aims to provide essential services for the revision and maintenance of training programs for Navy and Marine Corps personnel, ensuring the accuracy and currency of various curricula and electronic classroom systems. The PACRM MAC II will facilitate streamlined and responsive procurements to meet the long-term training needs of Naval and Marine Corps commands, as well as other government training support activities. Interested parties, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC), should contact Kelly Stevens at kelly.m.stevens4.civ@us.navy.mil or call 407-380-4143 for further details, with the contract anticipated to be awarded by August 26, 2025.
    Career Transition Seminar
    Dept Of Defense
    The Naval Special Warfare Command (CNSWC) is soliciting proposals for Career Transition Seminar services aimed at supporting senior military service members as they transition to civilian careers. The contractor will be responsible for developing and delivering four annual seminars over a five-year period, focusing on essential skills such as resume building, interview techniques, and job search strategies. This procurement is crucial for facilitating the successful transition of military personnel into civilian roles, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge. Interested parties should note that the maximum contract value is $300,000 for 20 seminars, with proposals due by December 26, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Ashley Helvak-Leslie at ashley.n.helvak-leslie.civ@socom.mil or Kristen Lawrence at kristen.k.lawrence.civ@socom.mil.