RTWS Termination - DACODAI Research and Analysis Support Services
Type: Special Notice
Overview

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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HUMAN RESOURCES ACTIVITYDEFENSE HUMAN RESOURCES ACTIVITYALEXANDRIA, VA, 223504000, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/2c4f486b63434e9782b2fb3804a2afd6/view
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    Posted Apr 3, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Apr 3, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 18, 2025, 4:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Defense Human Resources Activity, has issued a special notice regarding the termination of the RTWS Termination - DACODAI Research and Analysis Support Services contract. This opportunity was aimed at providing comprehensive management and analytical support to enhance diversity and inclusion within the U.S. Armed Forces, as mandated by the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021. The contractor was expected to conduct annual research, facilitate military site visits, and generate detailed reports, while adhering to strict compliance with records management and cybersecurity protocols. For further inquiries, interested parties should refer to the official notice for additional details regarding the procurement process and any potential future opportunities.

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DACODAI PWS 08142024 FINAL_Updated.pdf
Apr 3, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The Defense Advisory Committee for Diversity and Inclusion (DACODAI) seeks comprehensive management and analytical support to enhance racial/ethnic diversity and inclusion in the U.S. Armed Forces. Mandated by the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021, DACODAI's role involves advising the Secretary of Defense through qualitative and quantitative research, data analysis, and logistical coordination. The contractor is required to conduct annual research on specified topics, facilitate military site visits, and generate detailed reports, including meeting minutes and recommendations for improving diversity initiatives. Key responsibilities also encompass developing focus group protocols, advising on diversity-related policies, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations on human subjects. The document outlines specific deliverables with set deadlines, emphasizing high standards of reporting and data management. Moreover, the contractor must abide by records management laws as well as cybersecurity protocols to protect sensitive government data. Ultimately, the DACODAI aims to provide actionable recommendations to foster an inclusive military environment, reflecting the Department of Defense's commitment to diversity.
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