Operation of STARBASE Academy

The Marine Forces Reserve (MFR) seeks to identify, and obtain information from, responsible - for-profit sources in connection with the Operation of a STARBASE program Marine Forces Reserve as detailed in the attached PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT. Requirement would include a 6-month base period and four 1-year options. This Sources Sought Notice (Notice) is solely for the government to use as a research tool in determining market interest. All responsible sources are encouraged to submit a response to this Notice. Should interest be determined sufficient, a formal solicitation for quotes may be forthcoming. Interested parties should provide a statement of interest on company letterhead by no later than 3:00 PM CST on Tuesday, July 1, 2008. Responses are preferred via e-mail, but hard copies and facsimiles will also be accepted. At a minimum, the statement of interest shall address: (1) capability and experience as identified in paragraph 4.4 of the attached PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT; (2) ability to provide the requirements of the attached PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT on an ALL OR NONE basis; (3) a primary point of contact, including phone number and e-mail address; and (4) an indication of the size of the business (large, small, or any sub-category of small business). The potential for set-asides for small businesses will be considered on the basis of the responses received. For purposes of reporting business size, the applicable North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) Code for this requirement is 611710; to be considered a small business your firm must have an average of less than $6.5 million in revenue over each of the past three years. This announcement shall not be construed as a commitment or authorization to incur costs in anticipation of an award. The Government is not bound to make any awards under this Notice. The submission of information under this notice is for MARKET RESEARCH ONLY and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to procure any services. The government will not pay or otherwise reimburse respondents for information submitted. If you are interested in this project, please provide the information requested above to contact@example.gov; or, submit via fax +1 (555) 000-0000, Attn. Ms. DeMille; or, via mail: Marine Forces Reserve, Regional Contracting Office, 4400 Dauphine Street, New Orleans, LA, 70146, Attn: Ms. DeMille. Questions concerning this requirement should be directed in writing to Ms. Tammy DeMille, via email contact@example.gov; or, via fax +1 (555) 000-0000.