Genealogical Services
ID: M0026424Q0147Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDERQUANTICO, VA, 22134, USA

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- OTHER (B599)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0a81650c126548adb2feb500dd3e8901/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Marine Corps, is seeking proposals for genealogical services aimed at locating living family members of Marines unaccounted for from past conflicts, including World War II, the Vietnam War, and the Korean War. The contractor will be responsible for managing research and outreach efforts to identify and confirm relationships with potential relatives, with the goal of facilitating DNA sampling for identification purposes. This initiative underscores the Marine Corps' commitment to reconnecting service members with their families and ensuring accountability for those who served. Proposals are due by September 9, 2024, and interested parties can contact Heaven Onley at heaven.j.onley.civ@usmc.mil or Joy Hughes at joy.hughes@usmc.mil for further information.

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    M0026424Q0147-0001 Amended RFQ.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the U.S. Marine Corps for genealogical services to locate family members of Marines unaccounted for from past conflicts, particularly World War II, Vietnam, Korea, and the Cold War. The contracting requirement specifies hiring a certified genealogist to manage the research and outreach to potential relatives of these service members. The contractor is expected to work on up to 150 cases during the contract period from September 29, 2024, to September 28, 2025. The contractor must provide contact information for living family members eligible for DNA sampling and fulfill specific outreach tasks, including confirming relationships and reporting findings back to the Marine Corps Casualty Section. Weekly reports and accurate documentation in requested formats are essential for compliance. Additionally, the document stresses the importance of confidentiality and compliance with relevant privacy laws throughout the process. This procurement is a set-aside for small businesses, ensuring opportunities for eligible vendors. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical compliance, past performance, and pricing. Overall, the document emphasizes the Marine Corps' commitment to honoring service members by reconnecting them with their families, reflecting a crucial goal of accountability and recognition for those who served.
    M0026424Q0147-0002 Amended RFQ.pdf
    This document is an amendment to a solicitation for genealogical support services provided by a certified genealogist, aimed at locating living descendants of Marines unaccounted for from past wars. The amendment clarifies previously submitted questions, updates the Performance Work Statement (PWS), and extends the quote submission deadline to September 9, 2024. The Marine Corps Casualty Section requires assistance to contact family members of over 2,700 Marines from World War II, the Vietnam War, and the Korean War, among others, for DNA sampling purposes. The contractor is expected to deliver up to 150 genealogical cases within a year, maintaining stringent contact and reporting protocols. The work is non-personal and requires adherence to privacy regulations, specifically the Privacy Act of 1974. The goal is to facilitate the identification and recovery of remains by encouraging families to provide DNA samples. This solicitation is set aside for small businesses, and the government emphasizes compliance with established guidelines and the protection of sensitive information throughout the process.
    M0026424Q0147 RFQ.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Headquarters Marine Corps Casualty Section for genealogical support services. The primary objective is to engage a certified genealogist to assist in locating living family members of Marines unaccounted for from past wars, specifically World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and the Cold War. There are over 3,800 Marines unaccounted for, with approximately 2,849 family members yet to be located. The contractor's responsibilities include identifying potential Next of Kin (NOK) for DNA testing purposes, including maternal, paternal, and nuclear family members. The contractor must successfully contact these relatives within specified timeframes while adhering to the Privacy Act of 1974. Services are required for a total of 150 cases over a performance period from September 29, 2024, to September 28, 2025. The document also emphasizes that proposals will only be accepted from small businesses, that technical compliance is essential, and that offers will be evaluated based on price and past performance. The Government will provide necessary documentation and access to the Technical Representative for guidance. The structure of the document includes sections on the scope of work, performance requirements, deliverables, and compliance with government regulations. This RFP represents a significant commitment by the Marine Corps to reconnect families with their lost service members through genealogical research.
    Q and As for M0026424Q0147.pdf
    The document addresses questions related to the identification and handling of unaccounted-for Marines' records and DNA within a federal contracting framework. Specifically, it confirms that the contractor will receive written records for the unaccounted Marines, rather than physical DNA samples. Importantly, the Marine Corps will conduct outreach to collect DNA from the identified next of kin, eliminating the contractor's responsibility in this regard. This approach emphasizes the Marine Corps' direct role in communicating with families of the Marines, ensuring proper protocols are followed while respecting the sensitive nature of the situation. Overall, the document outlines procedural responsibilities associated with this federal initiative.
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