ContractCombined Synopsis/SolicitationTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

DANTES Online College and Career Planning Tool

DEPT OF DEFENSE• H9821026QA002
Response Deadline
Jun 29, 2026
32 days left
Days Remaining
32
Until deadline
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Defense’s Defense Human Resources Activity, on behalf of DANTES, is seeking a firm-fixed-price contractor to provide the Online College and Career Planning Tool for U.S. Armed Services members. The work calls for an online counseling and planning platform that supports self-paced assessments, customized education and career plans, job search assistance, an electronic portfolio, promotional outreach, webinars, and technical support. The tool must be available 24/7 and comply with Section 508 accessibility standards, with stringent security controls for personnel handling PII and CUI; performance is structured as a one-year base period with four one-year option periods from August 2026 through August 2031 and place of performance in the United States. Quotations are due June 29, 2026, and will be evaluated on technical capability, past performance, and price, with submissions organized into four volumes covering business information, technical capability, past performance, and pricing.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
611710
Educational Support Services
PSC Code
U009
EDUCATION/TRAINING- GENERAL

Solicitation Documents

2 Files
Attachment 1 - PWS DANTES OCCPT - 04282026_Final.pdf
PDF•307 KB•May 29, 2026
AI Summary
The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a contractor to provide an online college and career planning counseling tool for military members. This tool, managed by the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES), aims to help active, reserve, and National Guard personnel plan their education and career pathways, especially for transition to civilian life. Key functionalities include self-paced assessments, customized career and education plans, job search assistance, and an electronic portfolio with lifetime access. The contractor must ensure 24/7 online availability, provide promotional materials and webinars, and offer technical support. Stringent security measures, including background investigations for personnel handling Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), are mandatory. Compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards and specific reporting requirements are also detailed.
Combined Synopsis_Solication_ DANTES OCCPT_Final.pdf
PDF•347 KB•May 29, 2026
AI Summary
The Department of Defense's Defense Human Resources Activity (DHRA), on behalf of the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES), issued Solicitation H9821026QA002 for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract. This contract is for Online College and Career Planning Tool Support for U.S. Armed Services members. The solicitation, a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 611710, outlines a one-year base period and four one-year option periods, from August 2026 to August 2031. Quotations are due by June 29, 2026, and will be evaluated based on technical capability, past performance, and price, with technical aspects and past performance combined being approximately equal to price. Proposals must adhere to strict formatting and content guidelines across four volumes: Business Information, Technical Capability (25-page limit), Past Performance (6-page limit), and Pricing Information.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMay 29, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineJun 29, 2026
expiryArchive DateJul 14, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEFENSE HUMAN RESOURCES ACTIVITY
Office
DEFENSE HUMAN RESOURCES ACTIVITY

Point of Contact

Name
Constance R. Reedus

Place of Performance

UNITED STATES

Official Sources

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