Pre-solicitation Notice: 149th IN BN Yellow Ribbon Program Event, Lodging and Catering
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 Kentucky Army National Guard (NGKY) intends to issue a solicitation for a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract to provide Yellow Ribbon Program Event, Lodging, and Catering services for the 149th IN BN in Lexington, KY. This will be a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The formal solicitation is expected to be released on or around June 16, 2026.
Opportunity Details
- Agency: Kentucky Army National Guard (NGKY), Department of the Army
- Title: 149th IN BN Yellow Ribbon Program Event, Lodging and Catering
- Type: Pre-solicitation Notice (intent to award a single FFP contract)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside. Only eligible Small Business concerns will be considered.
- Product Service Code: V231 (Lodging - Hotel/Motel)
- Place of Performance: Lexington, KY
- Period of Performance: July 8, 2026, through August 8, 2026
Requirements for Offerors
- Compliance: Offerors must have a current National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) SP 800-171 self-assessment (not more than three years old) and a current Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) status (if applicable) posted in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) at the time of proposal submission.
- Registration: Active registration in SPRS is mandatory. Contractors not registered or non-compliant with NIST/CMMC requirements will not be considered for award.
Key Dates
- Pre-solicitation Published: June 4, 2026
- Formal Solicitation Release (Estimated): On or around June 16, 2026
Additional Information
A detailed Performance Work Statement (PWS) will be included in the forthcoming solicitation. This notice is for informational and acquisition planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposals (RFP). The Government does not intend to award a contract based on this notice. The solicitation and any amendments will be posted on SAM.gov through PIEE.