NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE-SOURCE: NPTU Core Strength Training
ID: FA4418NPTU-CORESTRENGTHType: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4418 628 CONS PKJOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SC, 29404-5021, USA

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Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

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EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER (U099)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b3710c22118e409ea40424d59f972294/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the 628th Contracting Squadron at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, intends to award a sole-source contract to Personal Strengths Publishing, LLC for Core Strength Training services. This procurement includes online training credits, assessments, physical learner guides, and fifteen instructor certifications along with certification toolkits, all of which are essential for enhancing training capabilities within the agency. Interested parties who believe they can fulfill these requirements may submit a capability statement or proposal by December 29, 2024, at 12:00 PM EST to the designated contacts, SSgt Patrick J. Thomas and Mrs. Stephanie R. Woods, via their provided email addresses.

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    NPTU Core Strength Single Source Justification_Redacted.pdf
    NPTU Core Strength Training SOW.pdf
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the provision of training services for the Nuclear Power Training Unit (NPTU) Charleston Basic Coaching Course at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, beginning August 8, 2024. The contractor is tasked with supplying online training credits, assessments, and physical materials for a one-year duration, alongside certifying 15 facilitators with necessary toolkits. The training aims to enhance participants' ability to effectively utilize their strengths, improve communication, and facilitate productive relationships. Participants will complete the Strength Development Inventory and engage in workshops focusing on motivation, strength application, and communication strategies. Contractor access to the base is unnecessary, as training is conducted by active duty Navy personnel. The contract emphasizes security considerations and the requirement for facilitator certification, with additional certifications potentially requested later. Overall, the SOW aims to equip instructors with skills crucial for effective coaching within the NPTU structure.
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