Military Sealift Command Unlicensed Mariner to Licensed Mariner (AB to Mate) Training Program
ID: N102B-25R4012Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYMSC NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA

NAICS

Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- VOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL (U006)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bcdb020b193444ff8506c1741c24e212/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC), is preparing to solicit bids for an Unlicensed Mariners to Licensed Mariner (AB-to-Mate) Training Program. This program aims to qualify Third Mates for any gross tonnage upon oceans and Officers-in-Charge of Navigational Watch (OICNW) by providing comprehensive USCG-approved training, bridge simulation experiences, and assistance with licensing and examinations, along with on-campus lodging and meal services for participants. The anticipated Request for Proposals (RFP) will be released on March 17, 2025, with responses due by April 17, 2025, and the contract will be awarded as a Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, potentially extendable for five years. Interested vendors can contact Jordan Castellat at jordan.r.castellat.civ@us.navy.mil for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jordan Castellat
    jordan.r.castellat.civ@us.navy.mil
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    ABtoMate_Synopsis.docx
    The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is preparing to solicit bids for an Unlicensed Mariners to Licensed Mariner (AB-to-Mate) Training Program. This presolicitation notice, dated March 13, 2025, outlines the requirement for a comprehensive training program aimed at qualifying Third Mates for any gross tonnage upon oceans and Officers-in-Charge of Navigational Watch (OICNW). The program will include USCG-approved training, bridge simulation experiences, tutoring, and assistance with licensing and examinations. Furthermore, the contractor will provide on-campus lodging and meal services for participants, who must have the ability to walk between facilities. The anticipated Request for Proposals (RFP) will be released on March 17, 2025, with a closing date for responses on April 17, 2025. MSC plans to award a single Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, with the potential for a 5-year extension. This procurement is open to all vendors and is not set aside for small businesses, emphasizing its broad competitive nature. This notice serves as a precursor to the official solicitation, providing preliminary details without a binding proposal.
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