Bid guide
How to bid on TECOM Range and Training Area Management (RTAM) Support Services for the Marine Corps
What the Marine Corps is buying
The Marine Corps Installation, National Capital Region, Regional Contracting Office (MCINCR-RCO) is seeking a small business to provide Range and Training Area Management (RTAM) support for the United States Marine Corps Training and Education Command (TECOM). This work involves specialized expertise for the Marine Corps Range Program.
Services include aviation, ground, and laser range safety, range certification, and support for systems like Range Facility Management Support System (RFMSS) and Range Managers Tool Kit (RMTK). It also covers Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, curriculum development for Range Operations Professional Development (ROPD), range training systems, and installation-level range operations support. This support is crucial for the modernization, safety, and sustainment of USMC Operational Training Ranges.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This opportunity was published on August 13, 2026. The deadline for proposals is September 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time to be considered.
The contract will have a 12-month base period, with the possibility of four additional 12-month option periods, which the government may choose to exercise.
Who this opportunity suits
This solicitation is set aside for competitive small business concerns. Firms with multi-service experience in classroom instruction, range integration, range certification, and airspace/Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) workflows are well-suited for this work.
The NAICS code associated with this requirement is 541990, which covers All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services. Businesses in this category with relevant experience in range management, safety, GIS, and training support should consider this opportunity.
How to respond
The Marine Corps will issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for this action. All terms, conditions, evaluation procedures, and instructions to offerors will be specified in this upcoming RFP, which will be posted on SAM.gov. The proposed solicitation number is M00264-26-R-0005.
To access the opportunity, click “View original source” above. 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 many bids this is not required. All interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) to submit a proposal. It is your responsibility to frequently check SAM.gov for any updates or amendments to the RFP and to download all relevant documents.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Given the specialized nature of this requirement, clearly articulate your firm's expertise in range safety, certification, and training. Highlight any experience with specific systems mentioned, such as RFMSS or RMTK, and your capabilities in GIS data maintenance and development.
Emphasize your multi-service experience, particularly in classroom instruction, range integration, range certification, and airspace/FAA workflows. Provide concrete examples of past performance that demonstrate your ability to support the modernization, upgrading, transformation, safety, and sustainment of operational training ranges. Ensure your SAM.gov registration is active and up-to-date well before the proposal deadline.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
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