Enforcement and Removal Operations Training Division Training Support Services.
ID: RFI_EROTD_2025Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENTDETENTION COMPLIANCE AND REMOVALSWASHINGTON, DC, 20024, USA

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT (R408)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e62d24c64c1d448781328a8d5c03b8aa/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security's Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is seeking capability statements from vendors to provide training support services for the Enforcement and Removal Operations Training Division (EROTD). The procurement aims to enhance training logistics, development, and delivery to ensure officer safety and the effective execution of ICE's law enforcement mission. This opportunity is particularly significant as it represents a recompete for existing services, emphasizing the continuity of crucial training operations within federal law enforcement. Interested vendors must submit their capability statements by May 9, 2025, to the designated contacts, Diana Brozi and Eric Peterson, with the anticipated contract period running from September 14, 2025, to September 13, 2030.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Diana Brozi
    Diana.Brozi@ice.dhs.gov
    Eric M. Peterson
    eric.peterson@ice.dhs.gov
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    Attachment 1_RFI_Questionnaire_Response_Form_EROTD_.pdf
    The Request For Information (RFI) covers the Human Capital and Training Solutions (HCaTS) program, specifically aimed at acquiring support from contractors for the Enforcement and Removal Operations Training Division (EROTD) within U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The RFI seeks to gather market research input on the clarity and scope of proposed services related to training logistics, development, and delivery, which are crucial for promoting officer safety and executing ICE's law enforcement mission effectively. Respondents are prompted to address several questions regarding their capabilities in fulfilling the requirements, including the possibility of needing subcontractors, and whether any specifications appear restrictive. Additional emphasis is placed on the submission of a capability statement and relevant experience with similar services. The RFI includes a timeline for proposal submissions and highlights the Government's discretion in incorporating vendor feedback. Overall, this RFI serves as a tool to inform and shape future solicitations for training support services necessary for ICE operations, showcasing the agency's commitment to enhancing workforce training and readiness.
    Attachment 2_SOW _EROTD_Recompete_.pdf
    The Statement of Work outlines training support services required by the Enforcement and Removal Operations Training Division (EROTD) of the Department of Homeland Security. The primary aim is to enhance training programs for ERO personnel, focusing on curriculum development, logistics, and instructional delivery to ensure officer safety and operational effectiveness. Key tasks include instructional design; credentialing support; data analysis; and compliance with federal laws and regulations. The contractor must possess extensive experience in federal law enforcement training, including record management, training evaluation using Kirkpatrick’s Model, and supporting accreditation processes with the Federal Law Enforcement Training Accreditation (FLETA). Additionally, the contractor will develop a detailed Project Management Plan governing program execution and assess training needs in collaboration with subject matter experts to enhance content and delivery methods. Key personnel requirements include experienced instructional system designers and administrative support, emphasizing a strong background in ICE ERO training standards and adult learning principles. The document also outlines security protocols, transition plans, and stipulates that the contractor must maintain compliance with DHS security guidelines to protect sensitive information. Overall, this encapsulates a structured approach to elevating the quality and effectiveness of ERO training programs.
    Attachment 3_Human Capital and Training Solutions (HCaTS) Labor Categories.pdf
    Questions _Answers_Session_No 2_.pdf
    The document is a Request for Information (RFI) from the Office of Acquisition Management regarding training support services for the Enforcement and Removal Operations Training Division. It addresses several inquiries from potential vendors. Key questions include the clarification of which sections of the RFI need responses and the specific requirements for a capability statement, confirming that a 10-page limit includes responses to the RFI Questionnaire. It also clarifies that the term "magnitude" refers to a vendor's experience in providing training across multiple federal contracts, not limited to contracts of similar size. These clarifications emphasize the need for comprehensive training experience as outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW). Overall, the RFI aims to facilitate a clear understanding of submission requirements for prospective vendors interested in providing training support services. This document reflects common practices in government procurement, focusing on details essential for compliance and thorough vendor evaluation.
    Questions _Answers_Session_No 3_.pdf
    The document addresses a request for information regarding contractor personnel for the Enforcement and Removal Operations Training Division Training Support Services. Specifically, it clarifies the requirement for five full-time equivalents (FTE) as outlined in Section 8.0 of the statement of work. These positions include two Administrative Task Support Personnel/Analysts, two Instructional System Designers/Curriculum Development Personnel, and one Senior Instructional Systems Designer who will also act as the Project Director and Point of Contact. The response to a query indicates that proposers must adhere to this five FTE limit, as it is deemed sufficient to meet the academy's needs based on the current lesson plans and curriculum. This reinforcement of staffing limits underscores the specificity and structured requirements typical of federal requests for proposals, ensuring focused and adequate service provision within predefined parameters.
    Questions _Answers_Session_No1_.pdf
    The Office of Acquisition Management has issued a Request for Information (RFI) regarding training support services for the Enforcement and Removal Operations Training Division. This solicitation is a recompete for existing services; thus, it is not a new contract. The incumbent contractor continues to provide these services under the current contract number 70CDCR20FR0000064. This RFI seeks to clarify details regarding the contract status and prior performance as part of the ongoing procurement process. The overall purpose is to ensure that any transition in contractors aligns with federal acquisition policies while maintaining service continuity for crucial training support operations.
    RFI_EROTD_2025.pdf
    The Department of Homeland Security’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) seeking capability statements from vendors for training support services for the Enforcement and Removal Operations Training Division (EROTD). The goal is to identify vendors capable of providing training logistics, development, and delivery to enhance officer safety and mission effectiveness. This procurement will utilize the GSA's Human Capital and Training Solutions contract. Interested vendors must submit a completed questionnaire by May 9, 2025, and the document emphasizes that this RFI is for information purposes only and does not constitute a formal Request for Proposal. Responses must adhere to specific format requirements, and inquiries should be submitted via email. The anticipated contract will cover services from September 14, 2025, to September 13, 2030.
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