JCLC CAMP WILDERNESS – LODGING, MEALS AND FACILITY USAGE

The U.S. Government is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified small businesses capable of providing comprehensive support services for the Camp Wilderness JROTC JCLC camp near St. Paul, Minnesota. The contract encompasses all necessary personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, supervision, and non-personal services required to support lodging, training facilities, meal services, medical services, furniture, equipment, and management for the Minnesota High Schools JCLC camp challenge, scheduled from May 26 to June 3, 2026. This acquisition is planned as a small business set-aside, contingent upon receiving responses from at least two qualified small businesses; otherwise, the government will not proceed with the set-aside. Eligible businesses include various categories such as 8(a), Small Disadvantaged Business, HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, and Women-Owned Small Business concerns. The notice emphasizes that this is not a solicitation but a fact-finding effort to inform potential future procurement. Respondents are asked to provide detailed information including company identification, certifications, relevant past performance, pricing data, and suggestions to facilitate competition among small businesses. The goal is to assess market availability and improve the contract structure for maximum small business participation. Additionally, respondents can raise concerns regarding any factors that might restrict competition. Responses are due by February 18, 2026, and should be submitted via email to the designated contract specialists. The anticipated NAICS code for this procurement is 721214, covering recreational and vacation camps, with a size standard of $9 million. Compliance with subcontracting limitations applies depending on the type of set-aside and contract value. Further details and the draft Performance Work Statement are available to assist interested businesses in preparing their responses.