Rental Space for NNSY Career Fairs FY26
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 Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) is soliciting proposals for rental venue space to host three Career Fairs during Fiscal Year 2026 (July, September, and November 2026). This unrestricted solicitation seeks a facility in the Hampton Roads area capable of accommodating 700-1500 attendees. Proposals will be evaluated on technical acceptability, past performance, and price. Offers are due by June 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a minimum of 15,000 square feet of venue space, including a separate interview area with privacy barriers and electrical outlets. Key deliverables include:
- Event Infrastructure: Booth packages, interview tables (10), general tables (80), registration tables (8), all with chairs, linen, and skirting.
- Support Equipment: 20 rope and stanchions, 8 water stations, copier/printer, high-speed wireless internet for 40+ laptops, surge protectors, and electrical cords.
- Personnel: Facility operations staff, uniformed personnel for identification, four armed security guards, and two personnel to assist with applicant flow.
- Logistics: Emergency Action Plan submission, parking for approximately 400 people, continuous water service, and 10 easels for NNSY posters.
- Access: Contractors must acquire Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) cards for access.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Implied Firm Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: July through November 2026 (specific dates are notional and subject to change).
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- NAICS Code: 531120 (Lessors of Real Estate), Size Standard: $14 million.
- Place of Performance: Portsmouth, VA.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: June 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Acceptability, Past Performance, and Price. Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose proposal is most advantageous to the Government.
- Quote Validity: Quotes must remain firm for 60 days.
- Submission: Proposals should be sent to Chaunsa Saunders (chaunsa.d.saunders.civ@us.navy.mil) with a copy to Denise Swain (denise.j.swain.civ@us.navy.mil).
Additional Notes
Payment will be processed via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). Specifics regarding Portable Electronic Devices (PEDs) are outlined in the solicitation.