Parachute/ Airborne Boat and Dive Operations Services
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 Department of the Navy, specifically the 2D Reconnaissance Battalion at Camp Lejeune, NC, is soliciting proposals for Parachute/Airborne Boat and Dive Operations Services. This requirement is for full-time support services critical for personnel training in parachute/airborne operations, boating maintenance, jump, and diving operations. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due May 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks non-personal services to support the battalion's Paraloft, Dive Locker, and Boat Locker staff. Key requirements include:
- Parachute Loft and Airborne Operations Support: Maintenance, repair, inspection, and high-risk parachute operations support, requiring FAA Master Rigger Certification and experience with various parachute systems.
- Boat Locker Operations Support: Maintenance, operation, and repair of watercraft, outboard engines, and associated equipment, requiring Maritime Operations and Maintenance Supervisor qualifications.
- Dive Locker Operations Support: Maintenance, repair, and readiness of Open and Closed-Circuit Underwater Breathing Apparatus (UBA), Diver Life Support Systems (DLSS), and recompression chamber operations.
- General Requirements: Program management, safety, equipment provision, and qualified contractor personnel (e.g., English fluency, Microsoft Office, Oracle GCSS experience).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: One-year base period (June 15, 2026 - June 14, 2027) with four (4) one-year option periods, extending potentially through June 14, 2031.
- Place of Performance: Primarily 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion, Courthouse Bay, Camp Lejeune, NC.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (NAICS 561210, Size Standard: $47,000,000.00)
- Submission Deadline: May 15, 2026, 1:00 PM Local Time
- Questions Deadline: May 1, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
- Published Date: April 22, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be based on Best Value to the Government, considering Technical Capability, Past Performance and Relevancy, Betterment, and Price. Non-price factors combined are approximately equal to Price.
Submission Requirements
Quotes must include a capability statement/performance plan, past performance references, firm-fixed pricing for each CLIN, and completed Representations and Certifications (DFARS 252.204-7016 or 252.204-7017). Submissions are preferred electronically via email to john.reese@usmc.mil and Waymon.Gardner@usmc.mil.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be listed on the DoD Paratroop Commercial Operator Listing to be considered. Six months of additional pricing data for FAR 52.217-8 is also required.