CIVILIAN GUARDIAN COURSE (CGC) CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT AND ITERATION

This federal solicitation (FA254926R0002) is issued by the United States Space Force, STARCOM Contracting PK at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida. It seeks proposals to provide curriculum development and related professional services for the new Civilian Guardian Course (CGC). The CGC serves as the foundational onboarding experience designed to transform newly hired civilian personnel into mission-focused professionals who support national security. The acquisition is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) under NAICS code 611430 (Professional and Management Development Training), which has a size standard of $15 million. The requirement consists of six main firm-fixed-price and fixed-price level-of-effort line items (CLINs) for a nine-month period of performance running from August 14, 2026, through May 14, 2027: - CLIN 0001: Design, develop, and iterate the CGC Program Guardian Fundamentals curriculum. - CLIN 0002: Materials and Other Direct Costs (ODCs). - CLIN 0003: Contract Program Manager. - CLIN 0004: Multi-Media Specialist. - CLIN 0005: Instructional System Design Specialist. - CLIN 0006: Space Subject Matter Expert. Proposals are due by July 31, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time. The solicitation incorporates standard federal commercial product and service clauses, including DFARS Wide Area WorkFlow payment instructions and limitations on subcontracting, which restrict the prime contractor from paying more than 50% of the performance cost to non-similarly situated entities.

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for designing, developing, and sustaining the Civilian Guardian Course (CGC) for the United States Space Force (USSF) STARCOM Delta 1. The CGC serves as a foundational 80-hour blended learning developmental experience to integrate and retain civilian talent, who comprise over one-third of the USSF workforce. The curriculum consists of two phases: a 40-hour hybrid online phase (comprising synchronous and asynchronous modules) and a one-week, in-person residential capstone focused on high-fidelity, performance-based simulations. The course spans four core knowledge areas: the strategic space environment, doctrinal and professional foundations, career architecture/strategy, and applied operational concepts, culminating in a personalized 18-month career development plan. The contractor must provide program management, multimedia design, instructional systems design (ISD), and space subject matter expertise. Key responsibilities include creating and iterating student- and instructor-facing materials (such as lesson plans, slide decks, SCORM-compliant modules, and rubrics) using a rolling delivery model, as well as developing student feedback vehicles. The project operates on a cyclical, iterative timeline to support two prototype/validation pilot offerings. Initial deliverables are due by November 30, 2026, with continuous iterations and final revisions concluded by the end of the period of performance on May 14, 2027. All developed materials are subject to government review, and the government retains unlimited rights to all data and products generated under the contract.

This solicitation addendum outlines submission instructions for a Firm-Fixed-Price contract to develop the Civilian Guardian Course (CGC) for the United States Space Force (USSF). The program requires an established curriculum development institution to design a course that fosters Guardian identity, embeds strategic warfighter perspectives, facilitates leader engagement, and builds professional networks. Offers must remain valid for 60 calendar days and be submitted electronically. The proposal must be organized into four distinct volumes: 1. **Volume 1 (Administrative):** Limited to 3 pages. Must include business identifiers (TIN, UEI, CAGE/NAICS), completed FAR/DFARS provisions, a signed SF-1449, and a 5-to-10-minute capabilities video. 2. **Volume 2 (Technical):** Limited to 15 pages. Must detail the execution plan, including graphs and charts. 3. **Volume 3 (Past Performance):** Requires three verifiable references from the past five years detailing similar educational services. 4. **Volume 4 (Price):** No page limit. Must use the provided Microsoft Excel pricing sheet with all line items priced or marked as "Not Separately Priced" (NSP). Questions must be submitted to Contracting Officer Kelly Parker by July 9, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST. Final quotes must be emailed in PDF, Word, or unprotected Excel formats, keeping the total email size under 10MB. Compliance with formatting, structure, and readability is mandatory for evaluation.

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This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for the initial design, full development, and iterative maintenance of the Civilian Guardian Course (CGC) for the United States Space Force (USSF) STARCOM Delta 1. The CGC is a newly established 80-hour blended learning program designed to serve as the foundational developmental experience for new Civilian Guardians, fostering Guardian identity, strategic warfighter perspectives, and professional networks. The course structure consists of two phases: a 40-hour hybrid online phase (incorporating synchronous and asynchronous elements across Modules 0–3) and a subsequent one-week, in-person residential capstone focused on simulations, peer feedback, and career development planning. The selected contractor is responsible for authoring and technical configuration of 100% of their assigned curriculum within the government-provided Learning Management System (LMS), utilizing Instructional Systems Design (ISD) principles in compliance with DAFH36-2675. Key contractor responsibilities include participating in bi-monthly working groups, delivering completed courseware packages by November 30, 2026, conducting continuous content iteration based on student feedback from two pilot offerings, and providing comprehensive multimedia support (graphics, video production, and licensing). Key deliverables include Monthly Status Reports, a Quality Control Plan, Post-Execution Feedback Analyses, and finalized Courseware Documentation. The contract performance period runs from the start of the contract through May 14, 2027. All developed materials will remain the property of the U.S. Government.

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This document is Attachment 3 of Solicitation FA254926R0002 for the Civilian Guardian Course. It serves as the Relevant Experience Curriculum Development Project Template, which offerors must complete to demonstrate their past performance and qualification for the contract. The template requires offerors to provide detailed information for each submitted project, including: - **Contact Information:** Customer organization details and a current Point of Contact (POC). - **Contract Details:** Contract or task order number, total dollar value, period of performance, and whether the offeror acted as a prime or subcontractor. - **Project Scope:** A brief description of the work, an explanation of its relevance to the current requirement, identification of the client as a government or private entity, and a description of any significant problems encountered along with their resolutions. - **Classification & Partnerships:** Whether the project was solicited under NAICS code 611430 or PSC U008 (and alternative codes if applicable), and details regarding any subcontracting or teaming arrangements utilized. This form is classified as Source Selection Information under FAR 2.101 and 3.104, ensuring the confidentiality of the submitted procurement data.

This solicitation addendum outlines the instructions and submission requirements for the United States Space Force (USSF) Civilian Guardian Course (CGC). The USSF is seeking an established curriculum development institution to design a work-ethics-focused curriculum that aligns civilian guardians with the USSF mission, provides strategic warfighter perspectives, facilitates senior leadership engagement, and builds professional networks. The government intends to award a single Firm-Fixed-Price contract. Offers must remain valid for 60 calendar days and be submitted electronically. Quotes must be structured into separate volumes: * **Volume 1 (Technical & Past Performance):** Limited to 25 pages total. It must include an administrative cover letter, a 5-to-10-minute capabilities video, a staffing plan, and a support management approach. It also requires up to three past performance references from the last five years. * **Volume 2 (Price):** Consists of a completed Attachment 1 Excel pricing sheet with no page limit. All line items must be priced, as blank items will render the quote nonresponsive. Administrative requirements include submitting a signed SF-1449, applicable SF-30 amendments, and completed FAR/DFARS provisions (including FAR 52.209-7 and DFARS 252.204-7019). Questions must be emailed to the Contracting Officer, Kelly Parker, at kelly.parker.6@spaceforce.mil by July 9, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST. Final proposals must be delivered electronically on or before the closing date, keeping in mind a strict 10MB email size limit.

This document is Attachment 5 to Request for Proposal (RFP) FA254926R0002 for the "Civilian Guardian Course," issued by the federal government. It compiles essential Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provisions in full text that offerors must complete and submit with their proposals. The primary provisions detailed in the document include: - **FAR 52.204-24 and 52.204-26 (Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services):** Requires offerors to conduct a reasonable inquiry and represent whether they provide or use prohibited telecommunications and video surveillance equipment or services from designated Chinese entities. - **FAR 52.209-5 and 52.209-7 (Responsibility Matters):** Prompts offerors to certify their operational integrity, disclosing any recent debarments, suspensions, criminal convictions, civil judgments, delinquent federal taxes, or active contracts exceeding $10 million. - **FAR 52.212-3 (Offeror Representations and Certifications—Commercial Products and Commercial Services):** A comprehensive provision requiring disclosures on business size (including veteran, minority, and women-owned designations), previous equal opportunity compliance, Buy American Act certifications, and restricted business operations in countries like Sudan and Iran. Overall, this document serves as a regulatory compliance checklist, ensuring that participating contractors meet federal standards regarding security, responsibility, domestic sourcing, and ethical business practices before contract award.

This document is Attachment 5 (Proposal Checklist) for Solicitation FA254926R0002, "Civilian Guardian Course." It is a screening tool used by the OPM evaluation team to verify that offerors meet all solicitation criteria. The checklist requires contractors to provide their company name and confirm completion of all proposal requirements across four distinct categories. Volume 1 administrative requirements include submitting a signed SF 1449, maintaining an active SAM.gov registration, and providing mandatory representations and certifications regarding telecommunications and responsibility matters. The Volume 1 technical approach section limits proposals to 20 pages or fewer and requires a price proposal, a 10-minute (or shorter) pre-recorded demonstration video in .mp4 format, and an accompanying index table. The past performance section requires evidence of relevant experience projects completed within the last three years. The certifications and clearances section outlines key personnel staffing requirements, including specific education and experience thresholds for a Contract Program Manager, a Multi-Media Specialist, an Instructional Systems Design Specialist, and a Space Subject Matter Expert. Offerors must also indicate if these individuals are permanent employees of the prime contractor. Finally, Volume II requirements mandate the submission of a completed Price Workbook and a supporting Pricing Narrative.

This document provides step-by-step instructions for government contractors to upload and submit a video proposal via YouTube as part of a federal procurement solicitation. The United States Space Force's preferred submission method is a YouTube video set to "Unlisted" to ensure privacy, meaning only individuals with the direct link can access it. The guide outlines a four-step process: 1. **Accessing YouTube Studio:** Sign in and create a channel if necessary. 2. **Uploading the Video:** Select and upload the file, noting that high-definition videos may require additional processing time. 3. **Configuring Video Details:** Enter a title and description, complete mandatory COPPA audience selections, and set the visibility setting to "Unlisted." 4. **Sharing the Video:** Copy the generated video link and place it on the first page of the technical proposal. Applicants can also email the link to the designated Space Force contact, Kelly Parker. If technical difficulties prevent a YouTube upload, applicants must email the contact with the error code to arrange an alternative submission via a Microsoft Teams meeting.

This document provides the consolidated Questions and Answers (Q&A) for Solicitation FA254926R0002, which seeks curriculum development services for the Civilian Guardian Course (CGC). The acquisition is conducted under NAICS code 611430 as a full and open competition, with proposals due for a base period of performance running through May 14, 2027. The selected contractor will design and configure a 40-hour asynchronous online course (Phase 1) and an in-person synchronous course (Phase 2). Key technical requirements include ensuring Phase 1 e-learning modules are fully SCORM 2004 v4 compliant for integration into the Government’s Digital University Learning Management System (LMS). The learning framework emphasizes inquiry-based, collaborative, and active learning, utilizing Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI) Level 3 elements like branching scenarios and AI-integrated exercises. Phase 2 materials must be delivered in native, editable Microsoft Office 365 or Adobe PDF formats to ensure the Government can maintain the curriculum without proprietary software licenses. Proposals must be organized into Volume I (Technical) and Volume II (Price). Evaluation is based on a 100-point scale: the Technical Proposal (including staffing and past performance) is worth 33.3%, a 5–10 minute Capabilities Video submitted via YouTube is worth 33.3%, and Price accounts for 33.4%. The Technical Volume is limited to 25 pages, excluding cover pages and acronym lists. The contractor will perform all development work remotely, with pilot offerings scheduled to begin in early 2027. No post-award instructor support is required, but a brief transition and handoff plan should be included in the technical proposal.

This document is a pricing and cost proposal template associated with federal solicitation FA254926R0002. It serves as a structured framework for offerors to submit their pricing narratives and cost breakdowns for two distinct requirements. The first section outlines a curriculum development requirement, requesting pricing for Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) 0001 through 0006. These CLINs cover the design, development, and iteration of the CGC Program Guardian Fundamentals Curriculum, alongside associated Materials/Other Direct Costs (ODCs) and specialized labor roles, including a Program Manager, Multi-Media Specialist, Instructional System Design Specialist, and Space Subject Matter Expert. The second, larger section details a comprehensive support services requirement for Distance Professional Military Education (DPME) programs. It features structured CLINs (0001 through 0007) for program design and maintenance, regional campus support across multiple Marine Corps bases, seminar and adjunct faculty support, Marine Corps Distance Learning (MCDL) program support, and Marine Corps University/College of Distance Education and Training (MCU/CDET) support services. Additionally, it establishes Not-to-Exceed (NTE) limits for Travel Costs ($220,826) and Other Direct Costs ($24,536), bringing the baseline Total Evaluated Price for these fixed elements to $245,362. Offerors must input unit prices and quantities to calculate their total evaluated proposal price.

This federal solicitation (FA254926R0002), issued by the United States Space Force (STARCOM Contracting PK) at Patrick Space Force Base, seeks proposals for curriculum development and iterative design services in support of the new Civilian Guardian Course (CGC). The NAICS code for this procurement is 611430 (Professional and Management Development Training) with a small business size standard of $15,000,000. The CGC is the foundational experience designed to integrate new civilian hires into mission-focused professionals supporting National Security. The contract is structured as a Firm-Fixed-Price and Fixed-Price Level-of-Effort commercial services agreement. The period of performance runs from August 14, 2026, through May 14, 2027. Key deliverables and labor categories include: - Designing, developing, and iterating the CGC Program Guardian Fundamentals Curriculum. - Providing a Contract Program Manager, Multimedia Specialist, Instructional System Design Specialist (10 months), and a Space Subject Matter Expert. - Materials and Other Direct Costs (ODCs). Proposals are due by July 31, 2026, at 2:00 PM Local Time. The solicitation incorporates standard federal commercial acquisition regulations, including Department of Defense wide area workflow (WAWF) payment instructions and limitations on subcontracting, requiring the prime contractor to perform at least 50 percent of the cost of contract performance.