Austere Drivers Training
ID: H9223925R0008Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEUS SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM)HQ USASOC CONTRACTINGFORT LIBERTY, NC, 28310-5200, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction (611699)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER (U099)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d095489e9be34abaa6ccea5ddcea4633/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), is seeking small business sources to provide Austere Driver Training Services, focusing on a 5-day 4x4 Mobility Training Program for non-standard tactical vehicles. The objective is to enhance operational readiness and survival skills for personnel in simulated deployment-like environments, with the contractor responsible for delivering qualified instructors, vehicles, and safety measures during training sessions. Interested parties must submit their capabilities by March 14, 2025, with the anticipated contract period spanning one base year from May 2025 to April 2026, followed by four additional option years. For inquiries, contact Brian Gilmore at brian.gilmore1@socom.mil or Chu Yon Ku at chu.y.ku.civ@socom.mil.

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    Draft PWS Austere Drivers Training ko v1.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines a contract for providing Austere Driver's Training for the 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, focusing on non-standard tactical vehicles. The contractor will deliver a comprehensive 5-day training program emphasizing operational readiness, survival, and vehicle recovery in simulated deployment-like terrains. The contract spans one base year (May 2025 - April 2026) with four additional option years. The scope includes providing qualified personnel, necessary vehicles, maintenance equipment, instructional materials, and ensuring safety during training sessions. Key tasks encompass instructing on driving techniques, vehicle recovery, field maintenance, and high-stress driving scenarios, with a stringent quality control program that includes performance assessments and a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). The contractor is responsible for providing secure facilities and ensuring immediate medical evacuation in emergencies. All contractor personnel must possess English proficiency and at least five years of relevant experience. Security requirements, conflict of interest provisions, and the importance of compliance with applicable regulations are also addressed in the document. The PWS emphasizes the critical nature of quality assurance and the importance of effective communication between the contractor and government representatives throughout the contract duration.
    Sources Sought -Austere Driver Training.pdf
    The United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC) is seeking small business sources to provide Austere Driver Training Services, specifically a 5-day 4x4 Mobility Training Program for non-standard tactical vehicles. This initiative precedes a formal solicitation and aims to gauge interest within the small business sector. Interested parties must submit their capabilities by March 14, 2025, detailing company information, socioeconomic status, security clearance, and relevant past performance. The anticipated contract period includes a 12-month base and four additional 12-month ordering periods, with an intended NAICS code of 611699 for miscellaneous schools and instruction, capped at a size standard of $16.5 million. The government emphasizes that this notice does not initiate a contract award or provide reimbursement for submissions, highlighting that participation is voluntary and that no capability briefings will be provided. Two contacts are designated for inquiries: Mr. Brian Gilmore and Mrs. Chu Yon Ku, who can address any questions related to this announcement. This announcement reflects USASOC's ongoing engagement with small businesses for specialized training needs.
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