Cosmetology Program - FMC Carswell
ID: 15B50525Q00000007Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFMC CARSWELLFORT WORTH, TX, 76127, USA

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- VOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL (U006)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ae6f423c26b44af9a80818dd1e37e861/view
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    Description

    The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is seeking a contractor to provide an Advanced Occupational Training Program in Cosmetology at the Federal Medical Center in Carswell, Texas. The program aims to enhance inmates' educational levels and employability skills, facilitating their reintegration into the workforce by offering a curriculum that meets the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation's requirements for Cosmetology licensure. This initiative underscores the importance of vocational training in supporting rehabilitation efforts within the prison system, with the contract structured as a firm-fixed-price agreement for a base year and an option for an additional year. Interested parties must submit their offers by March 7, 2025, and can contact Marleasia Johnson at M16JOHNSON@BOP.GOV or 817-782-4126 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    MARLEASIA JOHNSON
    (817) 782-4126
    M16JOHNSON@BOP.GOV
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    15B50525Q00000007- COSMETOLOGY.pdf
    This document is a solicitation from the Federal Bureau of Prisons for a contract to provide an instructor for a cosmetology program at FMC Carswell in Fort Worth, Texas. The solicitation number is 15B50525Q00000007, with offers due by March 7, 2025. The contract is set aside for small businesses and emphasizes various business classifications, including women-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. The contract is structured as a firm-fixed-price agreement, with provisions for a base year and an option for an additional year. Key components include compliance with standard government contract clauses, whistleblower protections, and expectations regarding the handling of confidential information. Additionally, the contractor must ensure all personnel meet security requirements and undergo mandatory training related to privacy and data protection. This solicitation underscores the importance of qualified instructional delivery to support the rehabilitation efforts within the prison system, demonstrating the government's commitment to educational programming for inmate populations. Completing this project successfully requires detailed compliance with federal regulations, proper oversight, and attention to training and data security protocols.
    Cosmetology.SOW.2025.pdf
    The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) is seeking a contractor for an Advanced Occupational Training Program specializing in Cosmetology at the Federal Medical Center, Carswell. The program aims to enhance inmates' educational levels and employability skills, aiding their reintegration into the workforce. The contractor will coordinate a training curriculum that fulfills the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation's requirements for Cosmetology licensure. Classes will comprise 30 hours of instruction per week, primarily involving live work with students under supervision. The contractor must adhere to strict institutional regulations and provide qualified instructors with appropriate vocational certifications. Responsibilities include curriculum development, maintaining classroom materials, evaluating student performance, and ensuring safety protocols. Payment terms dictate that sessions completed must align with institutional scheduling, and detailed accounting is required for attendance and supply management. As a key component of this initiative, the contractor will facilitate a structured learning environment that cultivates practical skills in Cosmetology, employment readiness, and professional conduct, which is crucial for future job opportunities for inmates upon release. The contract will be granted based on competitive quotations, demonstrating the contractor's best cost-performing terms.
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