Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists, LLC (ACAMS) - Training/Certification
ID: 5000194942Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEINTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER (U099)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2f4b71b3d4d947fb90b15b84e1a4be14/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of the Treasury, specifically the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), intends to award a sole source contract to the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists, LLC (ACAMS) for training and certification services. This procurement aims to provide IRS-Criminal Investigation (CI) agents with essential education and certification as Anti-Money Laundering Specialists, which is vital for their operational effectiveness. The training materials and services are critical for enhancing the agents' capabilities in combating financial crimes. Interested parties who believe they can fulfill these requirements are invited to submit a capability package by 3:00 PM ET on September 23, 2024, to the primary contacts, Mark D. Toth and Karla Wheelan, via their respective emails. Note that this is not a solicitation, and the government will not reimburse any costs incurred in response to this notice.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Mark D. Toth
    Mark.D.Toth@irs.gov
    Karla Wheelan
    (469) 801-0777
    karla.g.wheelan@irs.gov
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