How to bid on INARNG Leadership Development Support Service for the Indiana Army National Guard

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Indiana Army National Guard (INARNG) is looking for a small business to provide junior leadership development services for its Recruiting and Retention Battalion. This includes curriculum development, market analysis, quarterly in-person training, and monthly virtual sessions.

This is a firm-fixed-price contract with a one-year base period and two additional 12-month option years. The work is scheduled to begin on September 29, 2026. This opportunity is set aside 100% for small businesses, making it a good fit for smaller firms specializing in professional and management development training.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The deadline for submitting any questions about this solicitation is Friday, August 7, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST. All questions must be sent in writing via email to the point of contact.

The final deadline for submitting your quote is Friday, August 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. Quotes received after this time may not be evaluated. The government will award the contract to the responsible offeror whose quote represents the best value, considering technical capability, past performance, and price.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for small businesses. It is ideal for firms with expertise in professional and management development training, particularly those with experience in leadership development, curriculum design, and delivering both in-person and virtual training.

The relevant NAICS code is 611430, Professional and Management Development Training. Vendors should have a demonstrated record of successfully delivering similar services.

How to respond to this solicitation

To respond, you must submit a complete quote package via email to the contracting specialist. There are no specific formatting requirements, but your package must include three parts.

Part A is your Technical and Past Performance Proposal. This needs a detailed description of your technical approach, showing how you will meet the requirements of the Performance Work Statement (PWS), including curriculum development, market analysis, and training sessions. You also need to provide evidence of past performance, showing successful delivery of similar services.

Part B is your Price Proposal, which must detail pricing for the base year (CLIN 0001) and the two option years (CLIN 1001 and CLIN 2001). Part C includes administrative details: your company name, address, CAGE Code, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), and discount terms, all clearly displayed on your quotation cover sheet. All submissions and questions should be sent to Brian Williams at [email protected].

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review the Performance Work Statement (PWS) to ensure your technical proposal directly addresses every requirement. Highlight your specific experience with curriculum development, market analysis, and delivering both in-person and virtual training sessions, as these are key components of the work.

For your past performance section, provide concrete examples of similar projects you have completed, including details on the scope, your role, and how you met customer satisfaction. Quantify your successes where possible. Ensure your pricing is competitive and clearly broken down for each CLIN as requested. Double-check that all required administrative details are accurate and prominently displayed on your cover sheet to avoid any processing delays.