Brig Vocational Training
ID: VocationalTrainingType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDING GENERALCAMP PENDLETON, CA, 92055-5001, USA

NAICS

Junior Colleges (611210)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- TRAINING/CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT (U008)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a1ab513045bb4b099f8382f77ce465ed/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is seeking qualified vendors to provide vocational training services at the Camp Pendleton Base Brig (CPBB) in California. The objective of this procurement is to deliver educational instruction in various vocational skills to a selected group of 20-40 prisoners, focusing on areas such as solar energy, small engine repair, construction trades, and business communication, among others. This initiative is part of a broader effort to rehabilitate incarcerated individuals and prepare them for successful reintegration into civilian life, thereby reducing recidivism rates. Interested organizations must submit capability statements by April 4, 2025, to Jody Koch at jody.koch@usmc.mil, as part of the Sources Sought Notice process, which will assess potential vendors for future contract opportunities.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jody Koch
    (760) 763-5424
    jody.koch@usmc.mil
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    B1-SourcesSought.docx
    The Regional Contracting Office MCI-West has issued a Sources Sought Notice to gather market research for potential vendors interested in providing Vocational Training services. This inquiry is part of the process to assess procurement options, with no solicitation currently available. Interested organizations are requested to submit capability statements detailing their qualifications, experience, and resources by April 4, 2025. The evaluation will focus on organizations' abilities to meet program requirements, manage projects effectively, and deliver services within a performance-based contract framework. The responses may influence whether the procurement is set aside for small businesses or open to full competition. Submissions must be emailed to the specified contact and will not receive feedback or evaluation. This initiative underscores the government’s commitment to identifying capable partners in vocational training, indicating a strategic move towards enhancing workforce readiness.
    Performance of Work Statement.docx
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for vocational and educational training at the Camp Pendleton Base Brig, the sole level II military confinement facility for the Marine Corps. The facility aims to rehabilitate prisoners through vocational and academic programs mandated by SECNAV M-1640.1, focusing on reducing recidivism and preparing inmates for successful reintegration into civilian life. The contractor will provide training in various areas, including solar energy, small engine repair, construction trades, and business communication, among others. The contractor must meet specific requirements, including effective communication, evaluation of course performance, compliance with facility regulations, and ensuring the delivery of accredited certificates to prisoners. Courses will be held Monday to Friday, with plans coordinated with CPBB staff. Deliverables include performance reports, course curricula, and instructor contact information. The training will take place in designated vocational areas within Camp Pendleton, ensuring a supportive learning environment. Security measures require contractor personnel to pass background checks and comply with strict credentialing protocols. Overall, the initiative reflects the commitment to fostering skills and rehabilitation among incarcerated individuals.
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