Notice of Intent to Sole Source - College Credit Recommendation Services
Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE COUNTERINTELLIGENCE AND SECURITY AGENCYDEFENSE CI AND SECURITY AGENCYQUANTICO, VA, 22134, USA

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/ff42129ab7544f97b1f9235cbd7c5390/view
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    The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) intends to award a sole source purchase order to the American Council on Education for college credit recommendations related to security education and training courses. This procurement aims to provide equivalent transfer credit recommendations for individuals who have successfully completed various training programs offered by the Security Training Directorate. The services are critical for recognizing and validating the educational achievements of personnel in the security sector, ensuring they receive appropriate academic credit for their training. Interested vendors must submit evidence of their capability to compete by 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on December 23, 2024; otherwise, the award will proceed without further notice. For inquiries, vendors can contact Terrie Rodriguez at terrie.m.rodriguez.civ@mail.mil.

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    Terrie Rodriguez
    terrie.m.rodriguez.civ@mail.mil
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