RCTA Narcotic Tactical Operations Courses

The U.S. Air Force, on behalf of the Mississippi Army National Guard and the Regional Counterdrug Training Academy (RCTA), is seeking a small‑business vendor to provide instructional services for three Narcotic Tactical Operations courses (Emergency Narcotic Operations; Narcotic Search Warrant Planning & Execution; High‑Risk Event Planning & Operations). The contract will be firm‑fixed‑price, awarded to the most technically capable and best‑valued offeror. Training will be conducted on‑site at RCTA (Meridian, MS) and Camp Shelby (Hattiesburg, MS) with no remote options; contractors must supply all required training equipment beyond limited government‑provided assets. The performance period runs September 2026 through September 2027, with the first class required in September 2026. Travel, lodging, and per‑diem costs must be included in the quoted price. • Three distinct courses (CLIN 0001‑0003) delivered over a 12‑month period. • On‑site instruction only; locations in Mississippi with possible additional CONUS sites. • Small‑business set‑aside under NAICS 611699; size standard $16.5 M. • Firm‑fixed‑price contract; technical capability weighted higher than price. • Contractor must provide qualified instructors (primary instructor ≥15 years law‑enforcement experience, ≥5 years command‑level leadership). • All travel, lodging, meals, and equipment costs to be included in the quote; no government lodging provided. • Submission deadline: 3:30 PM CDT, Monday August 24, 2026; questions due by August 19, 2026.