The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) requires contractor support to deliver an Emotional Intelligence (EI) course as part of its Enterprise Leader Development Program (ELDP), with specific deliverables including facilitator certifications, access to an EI portal, and digital assessment credits. The contract will be an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) or BPA lasting up to three years, with optional extensions and will provide leadership training designed for varying levels of DLA employees. The course aims to enhance leadership competencies essential for DLA's mission by providing interactive training and assessments to all employees, particularly focusing on improving relationship-building skills through emotional intelligence.
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is soliciting support for digital Emotional Intelligence (EI) assessments and training materials as a part of its Enterprise Leader Development Program (ELDP). This request is a total small business set-aside under the NAICS code 611430, with a size standard of $15 million. The contract includes a base period and two option years, with specific services required such as unlimited facilitator certifications and access to a contractor portal for assessment completion. The project aims to enhance leadership competencies among DLA employees through EI training, targeting various employee levels from non-supervisory staff to experienced leaders. The contractor will be responsible for providing 700 online EI assessment credits annually and necessary training materials. Quotes must be submitted by September 23, 2024, with prices held firm for 90 days. The Government reserves the right to evaluate quotes based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable criteria and may choose not to make an award if deemed contrary to its best interests. All invoicing will be submitted electronically through the Wide Area Workflow system. The solicitation emphasizes confidentiality and the protection of sensitive information throughout the contract’s execution.
This document is an amendment to Solicitation SP470224Q0056 by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) concerning the provision of digital Emotional Intelligence (EI) assessments and training materials. The contractor is required to deliver unlimited facilitator certifications and access to a contractor portal for the DLA workforce to conduct EI assessments. The amendment clarifies that all training must be virtual and provides responses to inquiries from potential offerors regarding training delivery, content requirements, project timelines, communication protocols, and cost breakdowns.
The contract will operate under an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) structure, spanning a base year plus two option years, with a commitment to confidentiality regarding sensitive data. Key objectives include defining EI, analyzing individual EI competencies, and delivering associated training materials without third-party involvement. Deliverables include 700 assessment credits annually, certification training for facilitators, and access to training materials. The document outlines the basic structure for communication, payment procedures, and technical requirements. This amendment serves as a critical guidance tool for prospective bidders seeking to understand contract specifics related to the training and assessment of DLA personnel in EI.