FACILITATED STRATEGIC PLANNING
ID: 140P2125Q0059Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICENER SERVICES MABO (43000)BOSTON, MA, 02129, USA

NAICS

Other Management Consulting Services (541618)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b961892a21a6488d822c5b2239063e6d/view
Timeline
    Description

    The National Park Service (NPS) is soliciting proposals for a contractor to conduct a facilitated strategic planning workshop focused on incident management preparedness in the Washington D.C. region. The primary objective of this procurement is to establish strategic oversight, promote consensus on program goals, and enhance overall program effectiveness related to all-hazard scenarios through a collaborative workshop environment. This initiative underscores NPS's commitment to improving incident management capabilities, aligning with federal priorities for coordinated emergency management efforts. Proposals are due by March 14, 2025, with the contract performance period running from April 9, 2025, to September 30, 2025. Interested parties can contact Tomica Cooper at Tomica_Cooper@nps.gov or by phone at 215-597-7260 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Cooper, Tomica
    (215) 597-7260
    (703) 221-7161
    Tomica_Cooper@nps.gov
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    B03_Wage_Determination.pdf
    The document outlines Wage Determination No. 2015-4281 from the U.S. Department of Labor under the Service Contract Act (SCA). It stipulates minimum wage requirements based on Executive Orders applying to contracts awarded on specific dates. For contracts starting or renewing after January 30, 2022, the minimum wage is set at $17.75 per hour, while for previous contracts, it is $13.30 per hour, effective in 2025. The determination also provides detailed wage rates for various occupations across administrative, automotive, health, and technical fields, ensuring coverage for different job titles within the District of Columbia and specified Maryland and Virginia counties. Additionally, the document includes regulations on fringe benefits, paid sick leave provisions, and requirements for uniform allowances while emphasizing compliance and conformance processes for unlisted job classifications. It serves as a critical reference for contractors bidding on federal contracts, ensuring adherence to wage requirements and worker protections under SCA and related Executive Orders. Overall, this file is essential for understanding federal labor requirements in the context of government RFPs and contracts.
    Instruction_to_Quoters.pdf
    The National Park Service (NPS) is soliciting proposals for a contractor to conduct one on-site facilitated strategic planning workshop focused on Incident management preparedness in the Washington D.C. region. The workshop aims to establish strategic oversight within NPS, promote consensus on program goals, and enhance overall program effectiveness related to all-hazard scenarios. The contractor is expected to create agendas, facilitate discussions, distribute meeting minutes, and drive accountability for actions. The performance period is from April 9 to September 30, 2025, under a firm-fixed-price contract. Proposals must be submitted by March 14, 2025, with evaluation criteria based on technical capabilities, key personnel qualifications, proposed methodologies, and past performance. The selection process allows the government to choose proposals that, while not necessarily the lowest priced, offer significant benefits. The proposal evaluation includes a color rating system to assess both technical and performance metrics, reflecting the government’s expectations regarding project execution capabilities. Overall, this procurement emphasizes strategic planning for incident management, calling for a collaborative and engaging workshop environment.
    Scope_of_Work.pdf
    The National Park Service (NPS) seeks a contractor to organize and facilitate a strategic planning workshop for its Incident Management Steering Committee, focusing on incident management preparedness and developing a strategic plan based on worst-case scenarios. Set in the Washington, D.C. region, the workshop will accommodate up to 16 participants and span at least two days. Its objectives include fostering collaboration, maximizing participation, and linking strategic goals and initiatives within the NPS. The contractor is responsible for all aspects of the workshop, including agenda creation, facilitation, capturing action items, and providing necessary participant materials. Key tasks include initial kick-off and pre-work meetings, developing meaningful agendas, facilitating discussions, and creating actionable plans. After each workshop, the contractor must compile summaries and organize debriefing sessions. The project will take place from April 9, 2025, to September 30, 2025, with deliverables scheduled within specific timelines. Notably, work will not take place on recognized U.S. holidays. This initiative reflects the NPS's focus on enhancing preparedness and response strategies for various incidents, aligning with broader federal priorities for coordinated emergency management efforts.
    Sol_140P2125Q0059.pdf
    The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking a contractor to provide facilitated strategic planning workshops focused on incident management preparedness based on worst-case scenarios. The primary goal is to guide NPS personnel in establishing strategic oversight, developing consensus, setting program goals, and enhancing operating procedures for the management of incidents. The contractor's responsibilities include conducting a two-day workshop for interdisciplinary participants, preparing detailed agendas, facilitating discussions, and capturing meeting records, including action items and recommendations for follow-up. The work will require initial kick-off meetings, pre-work planning sessions, and delivery of summary reports after each workshop. The contract spans from April 9, 2025, to September 30, 2025, with specific requirements for engaging participants and ensuring effective communication. This initiative highlights NPS’s commitment to improving incident management capabilities while adhering to federal guidelines.
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