Request for Proposal: STARBASE Arkansas
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4460 19 CONS PKALITTLE ROCK AFB, AR, 72099-4971, USA

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MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS (9999)

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https://sam.gov/opp/0553240e744849ceb18356e538986b3f/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is soliciting proposals from nonprofit organizations to manage and oversee the STARBASE Arkansas STEM Initiative, which serves Title 1 local school districts near Little Rock AFB. The primary objective of this initiative is to enhance student engagement in STEM education and promote an understanding of DoD missions through hands-on instruction and innovative curriculum, including summer camps and community outreach activities. Proposals are due by February 14, 2025, with an award announcement expected on April 14, 2025; interested organizations should contact Mrs. Terri Williams at Terri.Williams.4@us.af.mil or 501-987-1941 for further details. The transition to the selected nonprofit must be fully implemented by June 2, 2025, ensuring continuity and quality of the program.

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    Mrs. Terri Williams
    (501) 987-1941
    Terri.Williams.4@us.af.mil
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    STARBASE RFP Final.pdf
    The Department of Defense (DoD) issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for nonprofit organizations to oversee and manage the STARBASE STEM Initiative. This program targets Title 1 local school districts around Little Rock AFB, aiming to enhance student engagement in STEM education and promote understanding of DoD missions. The selected nonprofit will deliver hands-on STEM instruction using advanced technologies and comply with DoD and STARBASE standards. Proposals are due by February 14, 2025, with an award announcement set for April 14, 2025. Key deliverables include program management, curriculum delivery, performance tracking, community outreach, and quality assurance. Organizations must provide a comprehensive proposal detailing their experience, project approach, staffing plan, evaluation methods, timeline, and budget. The RFP specifies evaluation criteria based on relevant experience, project management, staffing qualifications, community engagement, evaluation strategies, and cost-effectiveness. The initiative underscores the DoD's commitment to fostering STEM careers that support national security, with a transition to be fully implemented by June 2, 2025. The RFP emphasizes confidentiality, clarity of requirements, and the non-binding nature of the request, allowing for amendments or re-evaluations of proposals as necessary.
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