TACP Recruiting Event

SOL #: IDANG_TACPSources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Army

W7M5 USPFO ACTIVITY IDANG 124

BOISE, ID, 83705-8048, United States

Place of Performance

Boise, ID

NAICS

Marketing Consulting Services (541613)

PSC

No PSC code specified

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Sole Source (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBS)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f7c2d454dfa04bb4b573f4f6ed705668/view

Timeline

Posted

May 4, 2026

Last Updated

May 5, 2026

Response Deadline

May 13, 2026, 4:00 PM

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, through W7M5 USPFO ACTIVITY IDANG 124, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified vendors for Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Recruiting Event Services. This effort aims to find sources capable of providing comprehensive coordination, facility management, and execution for a TACP recruiting event in Boise, ID. This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Sole Source opportunity. Responses are due May 13, 2026.

Scope of Work

The prospective vendor will be responsible for all personnel, facilities, and coordination to host and manage the TACP recruiting event. Core requirements include:

Pre-Event Marketing: Execution of targeted social media campaigns to drive recruitment and attendance.
Event Coordination: Comprehensive coordination of scheduling, facilities, and personnel.
Event Execution: Facilitation of activities such as physical fitness testing, recruiter presentations, Q&A sessions with special operators, mentorship sessions, and team-building exercises.

Contract & Timeline

Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Sole Source (FAR 19.14)
Response Due: May 13, 2026, 4:00 PM Z
Published: May 5, 2026, 4:35 PM Z
Place of Performance: Boise, ID

Capability Requirements

Interested parties must demonstrate capabilities comparable to the currently identified vendor, highlighting:

Documented field experience specifically related to coordinating Special Operations Forces (SOF) athletic and recruiting events.
An established, high-visibility social media presence capable of engaging the target recruitment demographic.
Ability to provide qualified Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) with prior military experience in Special Warfare, specifically the 1Z3X1 career field, to conduct mentorship and Q&A.

Additional Notes

This is solely a Sources Sought notice for market research in accordance with FAR Part 10. It is not a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), or an invitation for bid, and does not restrict the Government’s ultimate acquisition approach. The purpose is to gain knowledge of interest, capabilities, and qualifications from industry, including both large and small businesses.