ICE Tactical Emergency Medical Services (TEMS) Training Courses
ID: 70CMSW25Q00000003Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENTMISSION SUPPORT WASHINGTONWASHINGTON, DC, 20024, USA

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- TRAINING/CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT (U008)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Homeland Security, through the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), is seeking a qualified vendor to provide Tactical Emergency Medical Services (TEMS) training courses, specifically a Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician Course and an Initial Credentialing Course. The procurement aims to enhance the medical readiness of ICE personnel by delivering comprehensive training that includes high-fidelity simulations and hands-on exercises in austere environments, ensuring compliance with federal standards. This total small business set-aside opportunity requires vendors to demonstrate technical capabilities, competitive pricing, and adherence to delivery schedules, with quotes due by February 20, 2025. Interested parties can contact Sherri Napoli at Sherri.Napoli@ice.dhs.gov or Robert V. Roberts at Robert.V.Roberts@ice.dhs.gov for further information.

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    The Department of Homeland Security's Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Firearms and Tactical Programs is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive training for Tactical Emergency Medical Services (TEMS) personnel. This entails offering a Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician (WEMT) Course alongside an Initial Credentialing Course (ICC) and a re-certification program. The vendor must supply all necessary training personnel, equipment, and materials, ensuring quality assurance through collaboration with ICE's program manager. Training requirements include maintaining National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certifications, providing advanced tactical emergency medical skills, and offering continuous education courses. The proposal must encompass costs for instructor labor, training materials, and medical supplies. Facilities for high-fidelity training simulations and advanced medical skills labs are also required. The effort emphasizes compliance with DHS medical protocols and safety standards. The period of performance includes a base year and two option years for recurring training sessions. The document outlines stringent security vetting processes for contractor personnel, highlighting the sensitive nature of the services provided. This initiative demonstrates ICE's commitment to enhancing the operational readiness and medical competency of its tactical teams.
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a Tactical Emergency Medical Service Recertification (TEMS-R) and Initial Credentialing Course (ICC) for the Department of Homeland Security’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Tactical Emergency Medical Services (TEMS) Program. The vendor will provide comprehensive Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician (WEMT) training, initial and recertification classes for EMTs, and include all necessary materials and costs. Training courses encompass NREMT certification, CPR, and scenario-based exercises, ensuring ICE personnel are equipped for medical emergencies. The PWS specifies prerequisites such as vaccinations and background checks, along with facilities that must accommodate high-fidelity training environments. The initial courses are to occur annually, with specifics on course structure, funding, and timelines across three fiscal years. Key personnel must possess expertise in law enforcement and emergency medical care. Security protocols emphasize thorough background checks and fitness determinations for contractor staff, ensuring compliance with Department of Homeland Security standards. The PWS serves to standardize and enhance the medical readiness of ICE's tactical teams through robust training and meticulous planning, reflecting the federal government's commitment to maintaining high operational standards.
    The Department of Homeland Security's Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) has issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ # 70CMSW25Q00000003) for emergency medical training courses relevant to their Tactical Emergency Medical Services (TEMS) Program. This solicitation requests a single contractor to provide courses such as Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician, Initial Credentialing Course, and Re-certification training, supporting various ICE response teams. The RFQ details include a firm fixed price contract, and emphasizes that only small businesses will be considered for award. Quotes must be submitted by February 13, 2025, following guidelines for both technical approach and pricing structure, with evaluation criteria focused on technical approach, delivery schedule, and price. The RFQ contains comprehensive instructions, including requirements for submissions and an outline of applicable FAR clauses. Overall, the acquisition process aims to select a qualified vendor that can effectively address ICE's training needs while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and standards.
    The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) issued an RFQ #70CMSW25Q00000003 for emergency medical training courses. They seek a single vendor to provide critical training, including a Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician Course and Initial Credentialing Course, to support ICE's Tactical Emergency Medical Services Program. This RFQ is a total small business set-aside, adhering to FAR regulations and TAA compliance. Quotes must demonstrate technical capabilities, delivery schedules, and competitive pricing, with a due date for questions by February 4, 2025, and final quotes by February 20, 2025. Evaluation criteria are based on technical approach, delivery schedule, and price, with non-price factors being significantly more important. The successful bidder will provide all necessary personnel, tools, and supervision while ensuring compliance with federal statutes. The RFQ includes evaluation factors that dictate a strong emphasis on understanding and effectively addressing the training needs identified in the PWS. The contractor's ability to deliver high-quality training with minimal government intervention is crucial for contract award consideration.
    The document outlines a series of training courses offered under the TEMS program for the fiscal years 2025 to 2027. The main courses include the Initial Credentialing Course, an add-on Wilderness Course, and Re-Certification courses, with varying class numbers and lengths across the different fiscal years. In FY25, there are three courses planned: one Initial Credentialing Course (8 hours), one Initial Credentialing Course with Wilderness added (34 hours), and two Re-Certification Courses (5 hours each). Similar offerings are repeated in FY26, adding an option year for continuity. FY27 includes an increase in courses, notably with three offerings for the Wilderness add-on and three Re-Certification sessions. The document also includes placeholders for the number of students, estimated course dates, unit prices, and subtotals, but does not provide specific financial figures. The total contract value is stated as $0.00, suggesting this is a preliminary overview pending further financial arrangements. Overall, the document serves as a structured overview of training opportunities that can be funded through government RFPs or grants, emphasizing the commitment to ongoing education and credentialing in the field.
    The document outlines the pricing schedule for various credentialing courses under the TEMS program for fiscal years 2025 to 2027. The courses include an Initial Credentialing Course (ICC), an ICC with a Wilderness Add-On, and a Re-Certification Course. For each base year and option year, the number of classes and the estimated course length (in days), along with student capacity, is specified. Each course's unit price and subtotals will be filled out, pending organization decisions, with a total contract value currently marked as $0.00. The pricing structure reflects a modular approach to training, allowing for potential modifications in the number of wilderness add-on classes over the years. This document serves as part of the formal preparation and response to government RFPs for educational and training services, emphasizing proper budgeting and course planning for federal and state grant proposals.
    The ICE Solicitation/RFQ 70CMSW25Q00000003 outlines requirements for Tactical Emergency Medical Services (TEMS) training to support the Office of Field Training Programs (OFTP). It includes a new contract (FY24 contract 70CMSW24P00000001) awarded to NAR TRAINING LLC. Key requirements of the training include a five-day Initial Credentialing Course (ICC) within 300 miles of the Integrated Emergency Medical Technician and Wilderness course location, high-fidelity medical simulation manikins, an HH-60 helicopter simulator, and a designated resupply of medical gear for students. Questions arise about various training components, including the acceptability of alternatives to specified equipment and the logistics of training locations. The government confirms flexibility in training site location and emphasizes the necessity of both course content and hands-on training in austere environments. Amendments extend submission deadlines for quotes. This document serves to clarify requirements and ensure compliance for entities interested in the contract, illustrating the complexities and criteria involved in government RFPs for specialized training services.
    The document outlines the contents required for various medical kits associated with the ERO TEMS ICC Course, including essential medical supplies and equipment for emergency response training. The primary focus is on providing comprehensive medical resources such as bandages, medications, airway tools, trauma equipment, and diagnostic tools. Key items include various sizes of elastic bandages, tourniquets, airway devices, and O2 delivery systems, along with components for specific clinical scenarios like cardiac arrest (AEDs), trauma, and pediatric care. Additional kits cater to advanced providers, highlighting more specialized medications and equipment. The document also includes various training components like NREMT vouchers and course materials for both general and wilderness-specific emergency training scenarios. Each medical kit is detailed with quantities needed per student and potential brand name specifications, indicating a strong focus on standardization and preparedness in emergency medical training. This comprehensive list serves as a guideline for procurement in alignment with federal and local emergency response protocols, ensuring that responders have access to necessary tools and training for effective on-scene medical interventions.
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