NEW GENERATION EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING
ID: 140A2325Q0031Type: Solicitation
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRSINDIAN EDUCATION ACQUISITION OFFICEAlbuquerque, NM, 87104, USA

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Educational Support Services (611710)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Indian Affairs, is seeking proposals for the "New Generation Educational Consulting" opportunity aimed at enhancing the professional development of teachers and support staff at the BIE Sanostee Day School in New Mexico. The procurement involves a Firm Fixed Price contract for on-site consulting, coaching, modeling, and curriculum alignment in core subjects, with a contract duration from the date of award until July 31, 2025, and options for four additional years. This initiative is crucial for improving educational outcomes in Indian education, ensuring that staff are equipped with the necessary skills and resources to support student learning effectively. Interested contractors must submit their quotes, which will be evaluated based on specified factors, and are required to comply with background check regulations due to the sensitive nature of working with children. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Charmaine Williams-James at Charmaine.Williams-James@bie.edu or call 505-803-4266.

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    The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) from the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) for professional development services aimed at enhancing the skills of teachers and support staff at BIE Sanostee Day School in New Mexico. The acquisition involves a "Firm Fixed Price" contract from the date of award to July 31, 2025, with options for four additional years. The services include on-site consulting, coaching, modeling, and curriculum alignment in core subjects, incorporating various educational materials for staff training. Key aspects include the requirement for bidders to summarize their quotes by outlining evaluation factors as stated in the request, the necessity for contractors to have favorable background checks due to the sensitivity of working with Indian children, and compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses. Payment will be processed electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Internet Payment Platform, ensuring efficiency and traceability. The formal structure reinforces the government's commitment to improving education through targeted support while adhering to regulatory standards and ensuring the safety of vulnerable populations.
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