How to bid on USAF EOS Fieldcraft Training Support Services from DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying

The U.S. Air Force 87 Contracting Squadron needs fieldcraft training support services for the USAF Expeditionary Center at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey. This contract is for one 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods, running from December 12, 2026, through December 11, 2031. There is also a possibility of a six-month extension.

This is a single-award, firm-fixed-price contract. It is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB).

Key dates and deadlines

Proposals are due by September 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. It is important to submit your proposal before this deadline, as late submissions may not be considered. The government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation before or after the closing date, and will not reimburse offerors for any costs if cancelled.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. Firms with experience in education and training services, particularly those related to military or fieldcraft instruction, would be well-suited. The work is located in New Jersey, so businesses able to support operations at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst are relevant.

How to respond

This is an all-electronic solicitation. To access the solicitation and all related documents, you will need to view the original source on the government portal. You may need a free account to view documents, though this is not always required.

It is your responsibility to regularly check the government point of entry for any amendments, updates, or changes to the solicitation. All information, including answers to vendor questions, will be posted there.

Practical tips for preparing your response

Carefully review all sections of the solicitation, especially the Performance Work Statement (PWS), instructions to offerors (RFO 52.212-1), and evaluation criteria (RFO 52.212-2). Ensure your proposal clearly addresses every requirement and evaluation factor. Any exceptions to terms and conditions must be clearly identified.

Since this is a firm-fixed-price contract, ensure your pricing is competitive and accurately reflects the scope of work. The government will evaluate the price of any possible extension by dividing the price in the last option period by twelve, multiplying that figure by six, and adding it to the total price of the base and all options. For past performance, ensure referenced projects have been awarded, completed, or are ongoing within five years from the solicitation date. When redacting information, ensure company names, logos, and other identifying information are removed as specified in the instructions.