Venue for Military Freefall Training

The US Army Special Operations Command (USASOC), on behalf of the 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne), has issued a Request for Information seeking potential venues for military freefall training. The procurement requires contractors to provide a comprehensive training facility within 350 miles of Yuma Proving Grounds, Arizona, capable of supporting C-130 aircraft operations and accommodating up to 60 personnel for specialized High-Altitude High Opening (HAHO) and High-Altitude Low Opening (HALO) training. The facility must include areas for parachute packing, equipment storage, a climate-controlled briefing room, restroom access, and six alternate drop zones suitable for bundle operations. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and provide detailed company information including UEI number, CAGE code, business size details, and a three-page Statement of Capability. The response deadline was initially August 19, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time, but was amended to 4:00 PM EDT on the same date. The anticipated NAICS code is 713990 "All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries" with a size standard of $9.0 million.

This procurement opportunity has no set-aside designation and will be open to all qualified contractors meeting the specified requirements. The contract structure includes a base year with four 12-month option periods, indicating a potential five-year total performance period. The training program consists of two 14-day annual training iterations, requiring 90-day advance notice for scheduling and the capability to provide transportation between the facility and airfield. The facility must be located in southern California, Arizona, Nevada, or New Mexico to meet the geographical proximity requirements to Yuma Proving Grounds. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are identified in the documentation, and no specific budget ranges or award values are disclosed in this market research phase. The RFI emphasizes that this is solely for information gathering purposes and does not guarantee contract award or reimbursement for response preparation costs.