SUPPORT SERVICES WEBER BASIN Job Corps.

Solicitation 12318726Q0141 is a total small business set-aside request for quotation issued by the USDA Forest Service to provide clinical and center support services for the Job Corps center in Ogden, Utah. The contract aims to address staffing imbalances and support at-risk youth through the provision of essential personnel, including Social Service Assistants, Cooks, and Maintenance Workers. The base period of performance is 12 months, running from August 1, 2026, through July 31, 2027, with an optional six-month extension available at the government's discretion. Funding is initially provided for the first six months, with the remainder provided via modification. The acquisition is classified under NAICS code 561320 for Temporary Help Services, with a corrected size standard of 34 million dollars. Award selection will be based on a best value tradeoff process where technical capability is weighted more heavily than price, though technical factors, past performance, and cost are each assigned equal importance at 33.3 percent. Technical evaluation focuses on management, qualifications, and staffing, while past performance serves as a pass/fail gate requiring at least an acceptable or neutral rating. Performance is monitored via a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan using various inspection methods to ensure compliance with the Performance Work Statement. Contractor requirements include adhering to non-personal services arrangements and maintaining medical liability insurance per FAR 52.237-7. All personnel must undergo favorable background investigations and meet specific education and certification standards. The contractor is required to designate a primary point of contact experienced in Job Corps operations and onboarding. Proposals must be submitted to Contracting Officer Darlene Chase by July 15, 2026, with pricing held firm for 90 calendar days.