Notice of Intent to Sole Source - USMC MFF Progression and Sustainment Training
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 United States Marine Corps (USMC), Regional Contracting Office (RCO), intends to award a firm-fixed-price purchase order to Skydive Elsinore (UEI: H3SAH8PM5QS3) for Military Freefall (MFF) Progression and Sustainment Training Services. This is a Notice of Intent to Sole Source, but any responsible source capable of meeting the requirement may submit a capability statement.
Scope of Work
The 3d Reconnaissance Battalion requires contracted air support, ZAR-approved drop zones, parachute rigger support, and specific climate-controlled facilities. This support is necessary to supplement military aircraft and achieve the high volume of jumps needed for MFF sustainment. The requirement specifically demands comprehensive facilities and airlift capabilities operating concurrently in both Lake Elsinore, CA, and Porterville, CA, to support high-altitude operations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order (intended sole source)
- Period of Performance: May 18, 2026, to June 7, 2026
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
- Product Service Code: U009 (Education Services)
- Response Due: April 29, 2026, 8:00 AM Japan Standard Time (April 28, 2026, 23:00 UTC)
- Published: April 24, 2026
Evaluation
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals or a formal solicitation. However, the agency will consider capability statements, proposals, or quotations from any responsible source. Submissions must clearly demonstrate the vendor's ability to provide all required CARB-approved aircraft, ZAR-approved drop zones, and facility infrastructure in both Lake Elsinore and Porterville simultaneously. The government retains sole discretion in its determination not to compete this proposed contract.
Additional Notes
The sole-source determination is based on Skydive Elsinore being the only identified vendor that operates the required comprehensive facilities and airlift capabilities concurrently in both specified locations during the required period. Soliciting additional sources would delay the government's timeline and increase costs, potentially preventing the 3d Reconnaissance Battalion from meeting deployment requirements. Refer to the attached "Gen J&A Recon" for further justification. Responses should be emailed to Jordan Wilson at jordan.j.wilson2@usmc.mil.