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1172ND TC CO HSAD Mobilization Lodging and Meals Memphis, TN

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU.JFHQ USPFO TN.USPFO TN PROCUREMENT.W7N1 USPFO ACTIVITY TN ARNG · Response deadline: Wed, 28 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

The Tennessee Army National Guard is seeking a contractor to provide mobilization lodging and meals in Memphis, Tennessee. This requirement supports the 1172nd Transportation Company during a Homeland Security Alphanumeric Code (HSAD) mobilization. HSAD mobilizations typically involve state or federal active-duty activations for domestic operations such as disaster response, emergency support, or other homeland security missions.

Under NAICS code 721110 (Hotels and Motels), this work falls within the accommodation and food services sector. The contract likely encompasses guest room accommodations, meal provision, and associated hospitality services for military personnel during their mobilization period. See the solicitation for specifics on duration, number of rooms, meal counts, and any additional service requirements.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is restricted to small businesses under the total small business set-aside. To qualify, offerors must:

• Meet the SBA size standard for NAICS 721110 ($8.0 million average annual receipts for hotels and motels)
• Be registered in SAM.gov with active status
• Have appropriate NAICS 721110 in their SAM profile
• Hold any required licenses for lodging and food service operations in Tennessee

This set-aside excludes large hospitality chains, creating opportunity for independent hotels, regional lodging operators, or food service companies with lodging capabilities. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, Women-Owned Small Businesses, and HUBZone firms that are also small businesses under the NAICS standard may bid; however, the set-aside is not further restricted to any specific socio-economic subcategory.

Prior experience with government or military lodging contracts is advantageous but not necessarily required. See the solicitation for any specific past performance or experience requirements.

How to put together a competitive bid

Pricing structure: Develop per-diem or unit pricing for lodging and meals that accounts for potential surge capacity during mobilization. Government lodging contracts typically benchmark against GSA per diem rates for Memphis; verify current rates and build in flexibility for extended stays.

Operational capacity: Demonstrate ability to house and feed a transportation company—potentially 100+ personnel—with short-notice mobilization timelines. HSAD activations can occur with minimal lead time; highlight your surge protocols, room blocks, and catering scalability.

Security and access: Memphis-area military mobilizations may require proximity to Millington facilities or other installations. Address transportation logistics, parking for military vehicles, and any base access requirements for staff. See the solicitation for specific location or security clearance requirements.

Compliance documentation: Prepare health department certifications, fire safety inspections, and proof of commercial liability insurance. Government lodging contracts routinely require ADA accessibility compliance and adherence to safety standards.

Past performance: If you have supported military units, state emergency responses, or federal temporary duty travel, prepare CPARS references or contact information for verification.

Next steps

1. Access the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number W912L727Q0501
2. Review all attachments for specific deliverables, contract duration, minimum room guarantees, and meal schedule requirements
3. Verify your SAM registration and small business size status

Critical deadline: Submit your offer no later than October 28, 2026, at 1:00 PM Central Time—allow buffer time for technical submission issues.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →