Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) within the Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO) ADR Conflict Coaching Training
ID: 36C10X24Q0386Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFSAC FREDERICK (36C10X)FREDERICK, MD, 21703, USA

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: CERTIFICATIONS AND ACCREDITATIONS (OTHER THAN EDUC OR INFO TECH C&A) (R420)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b1fc3e161a074b58922e1a0b77f3e3d9/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking a contractor to provide Conflict Coaching Training for up to 30 employees within its Office of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). The objective of this training is to equip VA ADR staff, particularly leaders, with essential skills in conflict management and communication to prevent disputes from escalating and to enhance their ability to navigate difficult conversations. This initiative underscores the VA's commitment to fostering a skilled workforce capable of addressing workplace conflicts constructively. The VA intends to award a sole source contract to Aurelius Talent Solution LLC, with capability statements due by September 10, 2024. For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Craig Nelson at craig.nelson@va.gov or Zachery Minns at Zachery.Minns@va.gov.

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    Presol Notice - Conflict Coaching.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a presolicitation notice for a sole source contract to Aurelius Talent Solution LLC for Conflict Coaching Training. This initiative aims to equip up to 30 VA ADR program employees with essential competencies in conflict resolution and coaching, targeting leaders within the agency to enhance their communication skills and conflict management capabilities. The training will cover practical skills in conflict coaching, application of specific models, and ethical guidelines. The VA intends to award the contract under FAR 6.302-5(b)(6), and this notice serves as an invitation for potential service providers to submit capability statements by September 10, 2024. The primary purpose is to standardize training for ADR staff to ensure effective management of workplace conflicts, preventing escalation through improved communication. This document reflects the VA's commitment to fostering a skilled workforce capable of addressing conflicts constructively.
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