MARCORSYSCOM Mentor Program

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The MARCORSYSCOM Mentor Program is designed to enhance the capabilities of small businesses by fostering mentorship relationships with larger, more experienced contractors. The program aims to support small businesses in navigating the complexities of government contracting, thereby improving their competitiveness and performance in fulfilling Department of Defense (DoD) contracts. The core need is to develop a structured mentorship framework that facilitates knowledge transfer, resource sharing, and strategic partnerships between established contractors and small businesses.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
The opportunity is issued by the Department of Defense, specifically the United States Marine Corps (USMC) Command, MARCORSYSCOM. The organization is located in Virginia, USA. The primary contact for this opportunity is Mark Sanderson, who can be reached via email at [email protected].

KEY DATES:

• Posted Date: August 4, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: August 20, 2026
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS:
The contract type is not explicitly stated in the provided information. There is no mention of an estimated contract value or budget range, nor are there any option years indicated.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements to be considered eligible:

• Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• No specific certifications, security clearances, or set-aside restrictions are mentioned.
• There are no geographic restrictions or place-of-performance requirements specified.
• Minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are not detailed.
• No bonding or insurance requirements are provided.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
The RFP does not specify particular technical skills, technologies, methodologies, or domain expertise required for participation in the Mentor Program. However, bidders should be prepared to demonstrate their capacity to mentor small businesses effectively.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables and performance standards are not explicitly outlined in the provided information. Bidders may need to propose their own metrics for success in mentoring relationships.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
The evaluation criteria for proposals are not detailed in the available information. Bidders should be prepared to present their approach to mentorship and how they will measure success in the program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, preferred qualifications that may enhance a bidder's competitiveness include:

• Experience in government contracting, particularly with the DoD.
• Previous involvement in mentorship or capacity-building programs for small businesses.
• Demonstrated success in fostering partnerships between large and small contractors.

In summary, bidders interested in the MARCORSYSCOM Mentor Program should focus on their ability to provide effective mentorship to small businesses and be prepared to articulate their strategies and success metrics, even though specific requirements and evaluation criteria are not fully detailed.