MARITIME COURSES OF INSTRUCTION
ID: H9224026QE008Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEUS SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM)NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE COMMANDSAN DIEGO, CA, 92155-5583, 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/workspace/contract/opp/b31330a343b4497f931be02a3fcb888d/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Special Warfare Command, is seeking proposals from qualified Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) to provide Maritime Courses of Instruction (COI) under solicitation H9224026QE008. The objective is to deliver comprehensive maritime training for Special Warfare Combatant-craft Crewmen (SWCC) personnel, ensuring compliance with USCG standards and enabling advanced navigational skills through various courses, including 100T Masters and RADAR Observer Unlimited. This five-year contract, with a total award amount of $16,500,000, emphasizes the importance of high-quality maritime training for military personnel and includes specific requirements for course materials and performance reporting. Interested parties must submit their questions by January 5, 2026, and can contact John M. Knizner at john.knizner@socom.mil or 619-537-1872 for further information.

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    John M Knizner
    (619) 537-1872
    john.knizner@socom.mil
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    Addenda 01 - Performance Work Statement.pdf
    Naval Special Warfare Group FOUR requires contractor support for USCG-approved maritime training courses for its Special Warfare Combatant-craft Crewmen (SWCC) personnel. The objective is to provide comprehensive classroom instruction and fulfill STCW requirements, enabling personnel to become professional mariners with advanced navigational skills. The courses will be conducted at contractor locations within a 50-mile radius of Virginia Beach, VA; San Diego, CA; and Stennis Space Center, MS. Key courses include 100T Masters, RADAR Observer Unlimited, Celestial as Backup to Loss of GPS, and USCG STCW. The contractor must provide all course materials and a monthly After-Action Report. The contract has a five-year period of performance, with task orders issued unilaterally or for quarterly, semi-annual, or annual requirements. The contractor is responsible for quality control, manpower reporting, and adhering to security and safety regulations.
    Addenda 02 - Basic Contract Pricing Sheet.xlsx
    The document outlines a request for proposal (RFP) for Maritime Course Of Instructions (COIs) at three locations: Virginia Beach, VA; San Diego, CA; and Stennis, MS. The RFP details five ordering periods (OPs), each lasting 365 days, for a total of 1,829 days. Key courses include "100 Ton Masters," "RADAR Observer Unlimited," and "Celestial as a Backup to Loss of GPS," with an estimated annual enrollment of 50 students per course per location. Contractors are instructed to provide per-student pricing for these courses. The document also mentions other related COIs and vessel/simulator requirements to be negotiated, and adherence to USCG Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for seafarers. The pricing will be based on the order issuance date, and the estimated student numbers are non-binding.
    Att 01 - Question Submission Sheet.xlsx
    The document "SOLICITATION QUESTIONS - MARITIME COURSE OF INSTRUCTION" outlines a structured inquiry process for a maritime course of instruction. It specifies a format for submitting questions, requiring details such as the document name, a reference to the specific paragraph or page location within the solicitation, and the question itself. This indicates a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) or similar government procurement process where potential bidders are invited to seek clarification on the requirements or specifications of a maritime training program. The document's purpose is to facilitate a clear and organized method for communication between the soliciting agency and interested parties, ensuring all questions are properly referenced and addressed to avoid ambiguity in the bidding process.
    Solicitation - H9224026QE008.pdf
    This government solicitation, H9224026QE008, is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) to provide Maritime Courses of Instruction (COI). Issued by the Naval Special Warfare Command, the solicitation details a potential five-year contract, extendable to five years and six months, with a total award amount of $16,500,000.00. Key aspects include specific instructions for electronic payment via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), various FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference and full text, and special contract requirements such as an independent review process for agency protests. The document also outlines contractor responsibilities for certifications and representations regarding business practices, supply chain security, and social economic programs.
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