Intent to Sole Source Child Care Training Aid
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5004 354 CONS PKEIELSON AFB, AK, 99702-2200, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing (33999)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS (9999)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ab2a4dc6272245d7a72a5be8053b4f14/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, intends to sole source a contract for child care training aids to Realityworks, Inc. This procurement aims to acquire specialized educational materials and resources designed to enhance child care training, including various kits and models that simulate health conditions and scenarios relevant to child care providers. The goods sought are critical for equipping child care professionals with the necessary tools to conduct developmental assessments and respond to care scenarios effectively. Interested parties who believe they can meet the specified requirements must submit their capability documentation to Contract Specialist John Fertulus at john.fertulus@us.af.mil or Contracting Officer Ryan Baudouin at ryan.baudouin@us.af.mil by March 21, 2025, at 1:30 P.M. Alaska Time.

    Point(s) of Contact
    John Fertulus
    john.fertulus@us.af.mil
    Ryan Baudouin
    (907) 377-3498
    ryan.baudouin@us.af.mil
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    Salient Characteristics.docx
    This document outlines a requirement for specific child care training materials and resources intended for a government proposal. The salient characteristics of the requirement detail the necessary features, specifications, and performance needs for various educational tools related to child care. The document lists a diverse array of items including child care experience packages, educational scenario kits, and models simulating various health conditions, all aimed at enhancing child care training and awareness. Key items include Baby Storage cases, employability sets, and training kits focused on child abuse, neglect, and common illnesses. The total quantity specified for certain items includes multiple kits with diverse baby models representing various ages and conditions, alongside essential supplies such as car seats and diaper bags. The overarching goal is to equip child care providers with valuable educational resources and experiences that will aid in developmental assessments and care scenarios. The emphasis on detailed specifications indicates a commitment to delivering high-quality training and resources in line with federal and state requirements for child care services.
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