Vocational Training- Various Programs FCI Safford
ID: 15BFAO25N00000026Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFAOGRAND PRAIRIE, TX, 75051, USA

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- VOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL (U006)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/08e0b9a60a824b168200ff1a3f2c1d76/view
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    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is seeking qualified vendors to provide vocational training services at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) in Safford, Arizona. The contract will focus on delivering instruction in five key areas: Building Trades, General Business, Retail Management, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration, and Personal Fitness Training, with an estimated total of approximately 3,200 sessions annually. This initiative aims to equip incarcerated individuals with marketable skills and industry-recognized certifications to enhance their employment prospects upon release, thereby contributing to the reduction of recidivism. Interested vendors must assess their eligibility as small businesses, comply with specific licensing and insurance requirements, and respond to the market research questionnaire by November 19, 2024. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Jennifer Matlock at jdmatlock@bop.gov or (771) 233-6132.

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    Jennifer Matlock
    (771) 233-6132
    jdmatlock@bop.gov
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    MRQ_Safford Vocational Trainining.pdf
    The Federal Bureau of Prisons is seeking to gather market research for a contract related to providing vocational training services at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) in Safford, Arizona. The focus is on hiring instructors across various programs, including Building Trades, General Business, Retail Management, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration, and Personal Fitness Trainer, with an estimated total of approximately 3,200 sessions annually. The contract is anticipated to last for one base year with four optional renewals, structured as an indefinite delivery requirement type contract with firm fixed unit pricing. Interested vendors must assess their eligibility as small businesses and whether they can comply with specific licensing, insurance, and service delivery requirements. A questionnaire outlines criteria related to business size, small business program eligibility, and the capability to provide qualified instructors. The document emphasizes the necessity for all service providers to undergo security clearance and highlights the importance of registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). This inquiry serves to inform potential future solicitations and gather essential information for structuring the contract, with responses due by November 19, 2024. The procurement process emphasizes the ongoing commitment of the Bureau to enhance vocational education within correctional facilities.
    Statement of Work AOE Programs-draft.pdf
    The Federal Bureau of Prisons intends to award a contract for an Occupational Training Program at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Safford, Arizona. The selected accredited institution will provide vocational instruction in five critical fields: Building Trades, General Business, Retail Management, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration, and Personal Fitness Training. The goal is to equip incarcerated individuals with the necessary skills for entry-level employment upon release, accompanied by industry-recognized certifications. Classes will operate year-round, with a minimum of four semesters per year, and necessitate hands-on learning experiences to align with Bureau of Prisons standards. The contractor must ensure full accreditation and maintain comprehensive records of student attendance and performance. The training must prepare students for real-world job opportunities, with a focus on marketable skills. Instructors must be staff from accredited institutions and adhere to correctional facility protocols, ensuring a professional demeanor and compliance with security regulations. This initiative reflects the government's commitment to reducing recidivism by facilitating better employment prospects for formerly incarcerated individuals, leveraging taxpayer funding to enhance rehabilitation efforts.
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