Staff Development Training for the AAIHS, OEHE
ID: 75H70725Q00044Type: Solicitation
2 AwardsSep 9, 2025
$500K$500,000
AwardeeQUALITY CULTURE LLC Chicago IL 60615 USA
Award #:75H70725A00006
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEALBUQUERQUE AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87110, USA

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- TRAINING/CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT (U008)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service (IHS) through the Albuquerque Area Indian Health Service (AAIHS), is seeking proposals for a Staff Development Training program aimed at enhancing leadership and personal development within its workforce. The program's objectives include fostering supervisory skills, creating effective leaders, and supporting ongoing employee development through various training formats such as webinars, online courses, and customized workshops. This initiative is critical for improving public health capabilities by ensuring a skilled and knowledgeable workforce, with the contract spanning a base period of 12 months and four optional yearly extensions. Interested contractors must submit proposals by April 11, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Stephanie Begay at stephanie.begay3@ihs.gov or by phone at 505-256-6750.

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    The OEHE Leadership Development guidance document emphasizes essential leadership competencies within three primary categories: Leading the Organization, Leading Others, and Leading Self. Each category outlines specific skills and qualities necessary for effective leadership. Under "Leading the Organization," the focus is on managing change and problem-solving, highlighting the importance of insightful decision-making and resourcefulness. "Leading Others" centers on relationship-building, effective communication, and employee development, stressing the need for compassion, conflict management, and team-building skills. Lastly, "Leading Self" discusses ethics, emotional intelligence, self-drive, and cultural awareness as foundational attributes of a good leader. This framework serves as a comprehensive guide for federal and state entities looking to develop leadership capabilities within their organizations. It is particularly relevant for RFPs (Requests for Proposals) and grants, as it outlines the expected competencies that can enhance leadership effectiveness in public service environments, ultimately aiming for improved organizational outcomes and service delivery. The document aids in shaping leadership development initiatives, ensuring they are aligned with the values and goals of governmental and community objectives.
    The document outlines a schedule of charges for various training services, intended for government RFPs and grant applications. It details unit costs and estimated quantities for multiple training formats, including webinars, one to five-day in-person courses, and instructor-led virtual trainings. The charges cover a variety of participant capacities, particularly focusing on setups for 25 participants. Additionally, it includes provisions for technical services and course development, noting a price per hour for these services. The structure presents a base year estimate alongside options for two subsequent years. This schedule aims to provide potential bidders with a clear set of pricing guidelines and service offerings, facilitating the proposal process in alignment with government training requirements.
    The document outlines a Past Performance Survey conducted by the Indian Health Service under the Department of Health and Human Services for evaluating contractors. It aims to collect information on contractors' past performance across various criteria including quality of service, cost control, timeliness, business relations, and customer satisfaction. Each category includes specific metrics for rating performance from "Excellent" to "Unacceptable." The survey seeks detailed responses about project scope, end products, long-term development, planning and staffing, and whether contractors met specified timelines and requirements. By aggregating ratings from various references, the government will assign an overall past performance rating to assess contractor reliability for future RFPs and grants, thereby ensuring effective allocation of federal resources. This process emphasizes rigorous evaluation standards to uphold quality and accountability in government contracting.
    The document pertains to Solicitation 75H70725Q00044, issued by the Indian Health Service's Office of Environmental Health and Engineering (OEHE) for staff development training. It emphasizes the need for contractors to deliver leadership and personal development training to enhance workforce competence within the OEHE, aligning with its Leadership and Personal Development initiative. Key objectives include fostering supervisory skills, creating effective leaders, and supporting ongoing employee development from orientation through their careers. The contractor is required to provide various training formats, such as webinars, online courses, and customized workshops. Instructors must demonstrate significant experience in leadership training and curriculum development. Deliverables also include appropriate training materials and logistical support from the Indian Health Service. The contract spans a base period of 12 months and four optional yearly extensions, with rigorous requirements for invoicing and contract management compliance. This solicitation reflects the government's commitment to improving public health capabilities through a skilled and knowledgeable workforce while emphasizing the importance of quality training and resource allocation in achieving OEHE's operational goals.
    The Statement of Work for the Indian Health Service Office of Environmental Health and Engineering (OEHE) outlines a contract for staff development training from FY 2025 to 2028. The primary objective is to enhance leadership, management, personal, and technical skills among OEHE staff, in alignment with the Leadership and Personal Development (LPD) initiative. The training aims to develop supervisory skills, foster successful leadership, and offer professional development resources to support employees throughout their careers. The contractor is tasked with delivering various training formats, including webinars, online courses, and tailored workshops for groups of 20-30 individuals based on the LPD Model. Additionally, the contractor will provide competency-based training and support the development of competency models for different OEHE roles. Key deliverables include training materials, instructor qualifications, and logistical arrangements, while the Indian Health Service will provide venues and necessary equipment. Overall, this initiative is designed to build a competent workforce that effectively supports public health goals and enhances service delivery within the Indian Health Service.
    The Indian Health Service (IHS) Office of Environmental Health and Engineering (OEHE) seeks to enhance staff competencies through a Leadership and Personal Development (LPD) training program from FY 2025-2028. This program aims to bolster leadership, management, and technical skills across personnel in the lower 48 States and Alaska. The scope includes providing interactive training sessions—both in-person and virtual—based on Kouzes and Posner’s leadership framework, with a minimum of 50% participatory content. Proposed training types encompass three cohorts: "Leading Self," "Leading Others," and "Leading Organization," alongside ongoing webinars and individual coaching. Contractors are required to submit proposals detailing training duration, delivery approach, learning outcomes, instructor qualifications, and a cost breakdown. IHS will coordinate logistics, including venue selections, advertising, and participant registration, while vendors are responsible for delivering quality training materials that adhere to adult learning principles. Evaluations and documentation of knowledge transfer are essential for measuring training effectiveness. The action reflects a commitment to developing a skilled workforce capable of addressing public health challenges within the IHS framework.
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