ACC/A6 Purchase of CompTIA Security+ Exam Vouchers and Security+ Continuing Education (CE) Tokens
ID: FA489025Q0003Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4890 HQ AIR COMBAT COMMAND AMICHAMPTON, VA, 23666, USA

NAICS

Computer Training (611420)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/062dc7e9aae147c5bf2f92f6b9e2699d/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Feb 18, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 27, 2025, 3:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Air Combat Command, is seeking proposals for the purchase of CompTIA Security+ Exam Vouchers and Continuing Education (CE) Tokens, with a focus on small business participation. The procurement involves acquiring 372 Security+ Exam Vouchers and 12,003 CE Tokens, which are essential for maintaining cybersecurity certifications and ensuring ongoing education in the field. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by January 27, 2025, and must be licensed CompTIA resellers, registered in the SAM and WAWF databases. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Jennifer Judkins at jennifer.judkins@us.af.mil or Capt Rose Bennett at rose.bennett.5@us.af.mil.

Point(s) of Contact
Jennifer Judkins
jennifer.judkins@us.af.mil
Capt Rose Bennett
rose.bennett.5@us.af.mil
Files
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Attachment 1 - Provisions and Clauses.pdf
Feb 18, 2025, 3:08 PM UTC
The document FA489025Q0003 outlines various clauses related to federal government requests for proposals (RFPs) and grants, emphasizing compliance, reporting standards, and procurement regulations for contractors. Key clauses include requirements around compensation for former Department of Defense (DoD) officials, whistleblower rights, the prohibition of covered telecommunications equipment, item unique identification, and specific representations regarding business operations, especially concerning certain regimes and countries. Other significant aspects include the requirement to submit unique item identifiers for items exceeding a specific cost, using machine-readable formats, and subsequent reporting through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system. The document also provides provisions regarding small business classifications, such as those specifically for veterans, women, or economically disadvantaged individuals, ensuring fair competition in government contracting. It highlights the necessity of accurate representations and certifications regarding both ownership and compliance, particularly addressing concerns related to foreign procurement and sensitive technologies. The main purpose of the document is to provide a structured framework to ensure that contractors adhere to strict guidelines when engaging in business with the federal government, aiming to promote integrity, competition, and compliance with specific federal regulations.
CompTIA Security Plus Exam Vouchers and Security Plus CE Tokens - Combined Synopsis Solicitation.pdf
Feb 18, 2025, 3:08 PM UTC
The document outlines a combined synopsis and solicitation for the purchase of CompTIA Security+ Exam Vouchers and Continuing Education (CE) Tokens by the ACC/A6 at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, VA. This request for quotation (RFQ), numbered FA489025Q0003, emphasizes a firm-fixed price procurement classified under NAICS code 611420, focusing on small business set-asides. The solicitation seeks a single purchase order awarded to the lowest priced technically acceptable offeror. Requirements include providing 372 Security+ Exam Vouchers and 12,003 CE Tokens, with submissions due by January 27, 2025. Prospective bidders must ensure their quotes adhere strictly to the provided instructions, affirm their status as licensed CompTIA resellers, and include necessary business information. Evaluation will consider technical acceptability and pricing, and any quotes that fail to meet specified criteria will be deemed ineligible for consideration. Additionally, bidders must be registered in SAM and WAWF databases. The document concludes with instructions for quote submission and emphasizes the importance of compliance for eligibility in the bidding process.
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