How to bid on EOS Fieldcraft Training Support Services for the Air Force

What the Air Force is buying

The Department of the Air Force needs Fieldcraft Training Support Services at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey. This is a pre-solicitation notice for a firm-fixed-price, non-personal services contract. The anticipated period of performance is one 12-month base period plus four 12-month option periods, from December 12, 2026, to December 11, 2031. An optional one-month phase-in period is included if needed.

This opportunity is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses. The associated NAICS code is 611699, All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction, with a small business size standard of $16.5 million.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation is expected to be released on or around July 16, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 24, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. The government expects the vendor to be able to perform the requirements starting December 12, 2026.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses. Firms specializing in miscellaneous schools and instruction, particularly those with experience in fieldcraft or military-related training, would be a good fit. The small business size standard is $16.5 million.

How to respond

The Request for Proposal (RFP) solicitation, along with any amendments, will be available on SAM.gov. This will be an all-electronic solicitation release; hard copies are not available. You must download the solicitation and any amendments from SAM.gov.

To access the opportunity, click “View original source” on the portal. If you land on the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though for some bids, an account is not required. All contractors doing business with the Department of Defense must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review the solicitation once it is released, paying close attention to all instructions and requirements. Ensure your proposal directly addresses each point outlined by the Air Force.

Since this is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business set-aside, confirm your business's eligibility and ensure your SAM registration is active and up-to-date. Any discrepancies could lead to your proposal being rejected.

Clearly articulate your firm's experience and capabilities in providing fieldcraft training or similar instructional services. Highlight any past performance that demonstrates your ability to meet the anticipated period of performance and start date.