How to respond to the USACE Little Rock executive coaching RFI

What the District is researching

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District, is researching providers for an executive coaching and leadership-development program for about 10 to 26 senior and mid-level leaders. Potential services include cohort workshops, individual coaching, assessments, and follow-up, delivered in person in Little Rock and virtually.

This is a request for market research, not a solicitation or a promise of a contract. The District will use responses for acquisition planning, including assessing available providers, small-business participation, commercial approaches, and contract vehicles.

Deadline and submission timing

Responses are due October 30, 2026, by 4:00 p.m. CDT. The listing also displays 5:00 p.m. ET, which is the same time. Send your response by the stated deadline; the notice does not describe a separate event at the deadline.

Who this opportunity suits

This market research is relevant to firms that provide executive coaching, leadership development, management training, or related assessment and facilitation services. The District is interested in experience serving public-sector, military, engineering, construction, or other complex operational organizations.

Firms of any size may find it useful to respond. The requested business profile asks firms to identify their size under NAICS 611430 and any applicable socioeconomic designations.

How to submit a response

Prepare a capability statement and response package of no more than five pages. The requested topics include company and business information, socioeconomic status, contract vehicles, delivery methodology, coach qualifications, assessment tools and confidentiality, and relevant past experience.

Email the response to Contracting Officer Carole Householder and Contract Specialist Amber Turnage at the addresses stated in the notice. Use the subject line “Response to Sources Sought: PANSWD27RFI001 USACE SWL Executive Coaching.”

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Prepare a clear, useful market-research response

Keep the response within the five-page limit and organize it around the requested sections. Give concrete examples of comparable work, explain how workshops and individual coaching could fit together, and describe a practical approach for serving 10 to 26 leaders without disrupting mission duties.

Show pricing transparently by component, such as coaching, group facilitation, assessments, travel, and optional follow-up. Identify any relevant GSA schedule or other government contract vehicles your firm holds, as requested.

Because this is market research rather than a bid, present your information as capabilities and planning input, not as an offer. Check that the email recipients, subject line, and delivery time are correct before sending.