The Special Operations Forces Global Logistics Support Services (SOF GLSS) contract, led by the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), is one of the largest logistics contract vehicles in the federal space, valued between $8 billion and $12 billion over 10 years. While Lockheed Martin is the current prime contractor, the upcoming recompete offers full and open competition, meaning small and medium-sized businesses have substantial opportunities to secure subcontracting work.
At OST Global Solutions, we know that directly competing for the prime contract might seem daunting, but your company’s niche expertise in logistics or IT systems makes you an essential partner for larger primes. The SOF GLSS recompete is expected to require robust subcontracting partnerships, creating a unique opportunity for businesses like yours to secure a role in this high-value contract.
This fall, the government is expected to issue a Request for Information (RFI) focused on subcontracting and teaming arrangements, making now the perfect time to position your business for a valuable role in the SOF GLSS 2.0 contract.
SOF GLSS 2.0 Overview
- Contract Type: Single-award IDIQ (Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity)
- Contract Value: Estimated at $8B – $12B
- Duration: 10 years
- NAICS Codes: 561990 – All Other Support Services (Size Standard: $16.5M annual receipts). Other NAICS codes may be included for specific task orders.
Scope of Work:
- Aviation (Fixed and Rotary Wing)
- Ground Vehicle and Maritime Logistics
- Supply Chain Resiliency and Inventory Management
- Base Operating Support Integrator (BOS-I)
- IT Systems to support logistics and inventory management
Timeframe:
- RFI expected in Q4 FY24
- Draft RFP by Q3 FY25
- Final RFP expected by Q4 FY25
- Contract Award by July 2026
Why the Upcoming RFI is Crucial for Small Businesses
The RFI is a critical step in the procurement process, especially for small businesses. Here’s why:
Shape the RFP: The RFI allows you to provide feedback on the government’s draft requirements, which can influence the final Request for Proposals (RFP). This is your chance to ensure that small business capabilities and subcontracting opportunities are considered.
Get on the Radar: Responding to the RFI is often the first step in positioning your business as a serious player. Large prime contractors will take note of small businesses actively engaged early in the process, making it easier to secure subcontracting roles.
Prepare for Teaming: The government intends to address teaming and subcontracting arrangements in the RFI, according to an update from June 2024. That means now is the time to align your capabilities with those of potential primes. Participating in this phase allows you to demonstrate your value to larger contractors and secure a place on their teams.
At OST Global Solutions, we can guide you through responding to the RFI, helping you prepare your capabilities statement, and ensuring you stand out to both the government and potential teaming partners.
How OST Global Solutions Can Help You Succeed:
OST Global Solutions provides full support to help you prepare for this opportunity and secure your place as a subcontractor or teaming partner:
Teaming Partner Match Portal: Our Teaming Partner Match Portal connects you with larger prime contractors and other businesses looking for teaming partners. Sign Up Here
RFI and Proposal Support: We can help you prepare your capabilities statement and draft responses for the RFI, ensuring your business is well-positioned for subcontracting roles.
End-to-End Proposal Support: From capture management to proposal writing and price-to-win analysis, we help you develop a winning strategy for SOF GLSS 2.0.
The time to act is now. Don’t miss your chance to participate in this $12B opportunity. Contact us today to explore how we can help you secure subcontracting or teaming roles on the SOF GLSS 2.0 contract.
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OST Global Solutions is a professional business development and proposal consulting company. We have extensive experience in winning large, strategic bids like SOF GLSS. We provide proposal professionals to develop complete, winning proposals. Or we can provide consultants on a case-by-case basis to fill gaps on your business development team. Our services related to SOP GLSS consist of capture management, cost volume development, team identification/negotiation, proposal management, proposal writing, editing, graphics, and desktop publishing.
Contact us to discuss your bids, so we can help you develop a winning proposal.
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