19th SF CORE Wellness Event 10-13 Sept 2026

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW) 1. Scope & Objective: The 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne) requires contractor support to execute a comprehensive, 3-day/2-night CORE Family Resiliency Event for 20–25 military families (70– 80 total participants) with ONLY these event dates of 10-13 September 2026. In direct support of the Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) initiative, this event will utilize an immersive outdoor camping environment in UTAH ONLY to deliver evidence-based resiliency training, fostering readiness across the Body, Mind, Spirit, and Family pillars. 2. Professional Training & Credentials: The contractor shall provide credentialed Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to deliver objective, evidence-based instruction on emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and trauma prevention. Utilizing third-party professionals ensures a neutral environment free from military chain-of- command dynamics. The contractor MUST provide documented evidence of the following credentials during the evaluation process. Contractor personnel MUST have these active certifications/licenses. Staff Role Minimum Required Credentials Mental Health & Counseling Active state licensure (LMFT, LCSW, LPC) OR a Ph.D. in Psychology, Kinesiology, or Health Science. Outdoor Leadership Master's or Doctorate degree in Recreation Administration, Outdoor Leadership, Kinesiology, or a closely related field. Safety & Field Staff Current Wilderness First Responder (WFR) or Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification, alongside CPR/AED. 3. Venue & Environmental Requirements: To maximize training effectiveness and remove the distractions of daily civilian-military life, the event must be conducted in an isolated, high-country outdoor adventure setting in Utah. The shared challenges of basecamp setup and outdoor navigation are required curriculum components to build team cohesion. Requirement Area Specification Geographic Boundary The venue, campsite, and all training grounds must be located strictly within the state of Utah. -- 1 of 3 -- Facilities Must include a headquarters cabin for command staff, a secure Family Basecamp area, instructional/dining areas with tables and chairs, and adequate parking. Sustainment Continuous access to clean, potable water (for drinking, cooking, and hygiene) and functional, sanitary toilet facilities sized for 70–80 personnel. 4. Contract Deliverables (CLINs): The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, materials, and supervision necessary to execute the event per the following structure. Please roll up into one (1) CLIN event. CLIN Deliverable Category Execution Requirements 0001 Event Management Comprehensive planning, SOF-tailored curriculum development, risk management protocols, registration coordination, and a formal After-Action Report (AAR). 0002 Educational Programming Delivery of the CORE curriculum (leadership instruction, spouse wellness workshops, youth Mini-Q Course, and guided reflections). 0003 Basecamp Infrastructure Provision, setup, and teardown of 2, 3, and 4-person tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, and safety signage. 0004 Event Administration Procurement of liability insurance, administrative permits, participant reporting, and direct coordination with 19th SFG(A) S4. 5. Sustenance & Hydration Plan: The contractor shall supply high-nutrition, balanced meals designed to sustain participants during physically demanding outdoor training. Day Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 1 N/A N/A High-protein hot dinner (e.g., grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, rice, salad, dessert). Day 2 Hot breakfast (e.g., eggs, pancakes, turkey bacon, fruit, oatmeal). Nutrient-dense trail lunch (e.g., premium wraps, energy bars, fruit) for field consumption. Communal hot dinner (e.g., slow-cooked stew/chili, cornbread, Dutch oven cobbler). Day 3 Hearty breakfast (e.g., breakfast burritos, yogurt, berries). Closing deli bar (e.g., premium meats/cheeses, varied breads, pasta salad, cookies). N/A -- 2 of 3 -- Hydration & Snacks: The contractor shall maintain 24-hour hydration stations (chilled potable water, electrolytes, coffee, tea) and provide high-energy snacks (mixed nuts, granola bars, fruit) during all rotational skill stations and breakout sessions. 6. Performance Outcomes: The execution of this SOW is expected to directly impact 19th SFG(A) retention, readiness, and unit health across the following metrics: Strategic Pillar Expected Outcome Soldier Readiness Improved emotional regulation and stress recovery mechanisms following high-tempo operations. Family Stability Enhanced communication and alignment between spouses to navigate deployment cycles. Community Cohesion Accelerated peer-to-peer network building to mitigate the geographic isolation inherent to National Guard SOF families. -- 3 of 3 --