155th Yellow Ribbon Event - Sioux Falls, SD
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army, specifically the USPFO Activity SD ARNG, is soliciting proposals for a 155th Yellow Ribbon Event to be held in Sioux Falls, SD, on August 8-9, 2026. This requirement is for non-personal services including meeting spaces, audio/visual equipment, and food/beverages for approximately 275 adults and 65 youth. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by June 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM MDT.
Scope of Work
The selected offeror will provide comprehensive venue services for the two-day Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Event, which supports Soldiers and their families before and after deployments. Key requirements include:
- Meeting Spaces: A general assembly room for 340 people, multiple breakout rooms for up to 50 people each, and a dedicated vendor room.
- Audio/Visual Equipment: Essential A/V support such as podiums, microphones, projectors, and screens.
- Food Services: Meals and beverages for approximately 275 adults and 65 youth on both August 8 and 9, 2026, with a mandatory provision for gluten-free options.
- Support Services: Coordination of venue services, including setup and breakdown.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: August 8-9, 2026
- Place of Performance: Sioux Falls, SD
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 721110 (Hotels and Other Traveler Accommodation), Size Standard: $25,000,000.00
- Proposal Due Date: June 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM MDT
- Published Date: June 16, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be based on a combination of factors: Price, Past Performance, Technical Acceptability, and Venue Location. Technical acceptability and past performance combined are considered equal to price. Offerors must have an active SAM registration at the time of solicitation closing.
Additional Notes
The solicitation includes various FAR and DFARS clauses. A site visit of the contracted spaces will be scheduled with the Yellow Ribbon POC. Contractor travel, lodging, and meals are not separately priced and are the responsibility of the contractor.