Peace Corps Strategic Recruiter Program RFI
ID: 140D0426Q0085Type: Sources Sought
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEDEPARTMENTAL OFFICESIBC ACQ SVCS DIRECTORATE (00004)HERNDON, VA, 20170, USA

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Other General Government Support (921190)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/03b01e1cf5de4fd1a819a0a80bd0e6dd/view
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    The Department of the Interior, on behalf of the Peace Corps Office of Volunteer Recruitment and Selection, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the Peace Corps Strategic Recruiter Program. The RFI aims to gather industry feedback on two potential options for expanding the program, which currently employs Returned Peace Corps Volunteers as part-time recruiters at 26 universities, to include at least 14 additional universities. The Peace Corps is considering a centralized contracting approach with a single prime contractor managing subcontracts (Option A) or continuing with the existing decentralized model (Option B). Responses to the RFI are due by January 14, 2026, and will inform future acquisition planning. Interested parties can contact Heather Smith at heather_smith@ibc.doi.gov for further information.

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    heather_smith@ibc.doi.gov
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    The Department of the Interior, on behalf of the Peace Corps Office of Volunteer Recruitment and Selection (VRS), issued an RFI (140D0426Q0085) to gather input on the future of its Strategic Recruiter Program (Strat). The program currently uses a decentralized model where 26 universities hire Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) as part-time recruiters. The Peace Corps is exploring two options to expand the program to at least 14 additional universities: Option A proposes a new centralized contracting approach with a single prime contractor managing subcontracts with universities, while Option B involves continued university participation under the existing direct contract structure. The RFI seeks industry feedback on the feasibility, structure, cost implications, and implementation of Option A, and interest, capabilities, and suggestions for Option B. Responses are due by January 14, 2026, and will inform future acquisition planning.
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