Bid guide
How to bid on Human Capital Services for the Air Force's 338 Enterprise Sourcing Squadron
What the Air Force is buying
The Department of the Air Force, specifically the 338th Enterprise Sourcing Squadron (ESS) in San Antonio, Texas, is looking for innovative commercial solutions for Human Capital (HC) services. These services support the Air Education and Training Command (AETC) and include training, education, and human resources.
This is a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO), which means the government is inviting vendors to submit White Papers with strategic sourcing solutions for these HC services. The government will post individual Areas of Interest (AOIs) as specific needs arise. Vendors should monitor the official government contracting website for new AOIs.
Key dates and deadlines
The overall Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) has a deadline of June 12, 2030, at 1:00 PM ET. However, individual Areas of Interest (AOIs) will have their own specific submission deadlines. Vendors must pay close attention to the deadlines for each AOI as they are released.
Please note that Area of Interest 0001, which sought an AI-enabled marketing and communications campaign management system, is now closed and archived. White papers for AOI 0001 are no longer being accepted, and its previous deadline was November 3, 2025, at 11:00 AM CST.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses that can provide innovative commercial solutions in human capital services. This includes firms specializing in training, education, and human resources.
Anticipated NAICS codes include Flight Training (611512), Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519), Educational Support Services (611710), Computer Training (611420), All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990), Engineering Services (541330), Language Schools (611630), Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (Except Nano- and Biotechnology) (541715), Administration Management and General Consulting Services (541611), and Advertising Agencies (541810). Other NAICS codes may be considered depending on specific AOIs.
How to respond
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The government will post new Areas of Interest (AOIs) as needs are identified. For each AOI, vendors will be invited to submit White Papers. You must monitor the official government contracting website for new AOIs and their specific submission instructions and deadlines. The instructions for submitting White Papers will be detailed in each individual AOI.
Tips for a competitive response
When preparing your White Paper, focus on clearly articulating the innovative commercial solution you propose. Ensure your solution directly addresses the specific needs outlined in the Area of Interest.
Pay close attention to all formatting and submission requirements specified in the attachments for each AOI. Confirm receipt of your submission if instructed to do so. Thoroughly review all attachments, such as mission requirements, to fully understand the context and expectations of the Air Force.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of the Air Force; the original posting controls.