Army Writing Course 2025
ID: W912K625QA947Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7ND USPFO ACTIVITY MD ARNGHAVRE DE GRACE, MD, 21078-4094, USA

NAICS

Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- LECTURES (U001)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ed3bad80eb5a448386e94848dd150df5/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Maryland Army National Guard (MDARNG), is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for an Army Writing Course scheduled for April 2-3, 2025, aimed at enhancing the writing skills of up to 30 junior Army Officers. The course will focus on effective memorandums and correspondence in accordance with Army Regulation (AR) 25-50, and will be conducted at the 70th Regional Training Institute located at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Maryland. This training is crucial for improving military communication standards and is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 611691, with a firm fixed-price contract type. Interested bidders must submit their quotes by March 4, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Victor Mejia at victor.a.mejia4.civ@army.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    VICTOR MEJIA
    victor.a.mejia4.civ@army.mil
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    Combined Synopsis_RFQ Solicitation_Army Writing Course 2025.pdf
    The Maryland Army National Guard (MDARNG) is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a commercial contract focused on providing an Army Writing Course in 2025. This training aims to enhance the writing skills of up to 30 junior Army Officers, specifically concerning effective memorandums and correspondence, following guidelines established in AR 25-50. The course will take place over two days at the 70th Regional Training Institute located at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Maryland, scheduled for April 2-3, 2025. This solicitation is specifically set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 611691, with a firm fixed-price contract type. Bidders must provide quotes valid for 30 days, demonstrate active registration in SAM.gov, and comply with relevant wage determinations. The selection will be based solely on price. Important deadlines include a questions deadline on February 25, 2025, and the final quote submission by March 4, 2025. The procurement adheres to FAR guidelines for the acquisition of commercial products and services, emphasizing a competitive and compliant bidding process.
    Questions n Answers_Army Writing Course.pdf
    The document addresses questions and answers related to a specific Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the government, primarily focusing on an Army Writing Course. Proposals should consist solely of a quote, including essential registration details like CAGE code and EUI number from SAM.gov. The instructor is required to have prior military writing experience and must demonstrate capability by showcasing relevant past work or resumes. There are no designated page limits or formatting stipulations for submissions. Emphasis in the writing course should be placed on the elements outlined in AR 25-50, including formatting, writing style, tense usage, and familiarity with various types of military documents. This inquiry format underscores the government’s aim to secure qualified instructors to enhance Army writing standards effectively.
    SoW_Army Writing Course 2025.pdf
    The Statement of Work (SoW) outlines the requirement for a contractor to deliver an Army Writing Course for junior officers (O1-O3) at the 70th Regional Training Institute in Maryland. The course aims to train up to 30 participants on Army Regulation (AR) 25-50 to enhance their writing skills for effective communications. Contractors are responsible for all necessary resources except those provided by the government and must ensure quality through a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan. The contract will be firm fixed price and span a specific performance period of 2 days in April 2025. Key responsibilities include syllabus updates, course content delivery, assessment of student performance, and maintaining communication about grades and progress with the government’s Technical Point of Contact (TPOC). The contractors must be adept in Army writing standards and should facilitate a graduate-level learning experience, ensuring timely feedback and progress tracking for students. This contractual engagement is vital for equipping junior officers with essential writing skills needed in military communications and supports a broader context of government contracts aimed at enhancing military training and efficiency.
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