22 Feb Yellow Ribbon Even Childcare
ID: W911YP25RA0004Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7N3 USPFO ACTIVITY UT ARNGDRAPER, UT, 84020-2000, USA

NAICS

Child Care Services (624410)

PSC

SOCIAL- OTHER (G099)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Dec 18, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Feb 13, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Feb 18, 2025, 2:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking qualified childcare providers for the Yellow Ribbon Post-Deployment event scheduled for February 22, 2025, in Draper, Utah. The procurement requires the accommodation of 160 children, divided into two age-specific groups (0-5 and 6-12), with essential staffing and safety requirements, including background checks for all personnel and appropriate supplies for activities. This service is crucial for supporting military families during the reintegration process, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for children while their parents participate in the event. Interested vendors must submit a detailed cost breakdown and comply with all outlined requirements, with an estimated contract value of $9,500,000. For further inquiries, contact Otha Henderson at otha.b.henderson.civ@army.mil.

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Feb 13, 2025, 9:06 PM UTC
This document outlines key requirements and clarifications regarding childcare and event accommodations for a government project. It specifies the need for two rooms near a restroom, each capable of hosting up to fifty children, with specific furniture requirements including tables and chairs. Staff providing childcare must be licensed, and onsite childcare is mandatory. The total number of children is 160, categorized into age groups, although more granular age breakdowns are not currently feasible. Vendors are responsible for conducting background checks on their staff, and must provide documentation confirming compliance, as the government does not perform these checks. Overall, the document emphasizes the importance of staffing qualifications, physical space arrangements, and parental check-in processes for meals while ensuring that children’s safety is a top priority.
Feb 13, 2025, 9:06 PM UTC
The document outlines a federal solicitation for childcare services related to a Yellow Ribbon event for military personnel, scheduled for February 22, 2025, within 50 miles of Camp Williams, Utah. It specifies the requirement for childcare providers to accommodate 160 children, divided by age, with appropriate staffing ratios and necessary supplies for activities. Providers must undergo background checks, with documentation submitted alongside proposals. The estimated total contract value is $9,500,000, and the contract type is firm-fixed price, emphasizing a low-price technically acceptable evaluation method. Important contractual clauses, including terms for payment, compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations, and provisions for small business participation, are incorporated by reference or full text. The document stresses the need for thorough documentation, efficient communication, and adherence to contract regulations, reinforcing the intention to promote fair opportunities for women-owned and economically disadvantaged businesses while ensuring compliance with government standards in childcare service provision.
The document outlines the Security Screening/Declaration for individuals seeking access to classified information or designated sensitive positions within the government. It emphasizes the legal authorities backing the information collection, such as various Executive Orders and U.S. Codes aimed at ensuring the security and suitability of personnel. The form requires personal identification details and inquiries into the individual’s criminal history, financial stability, behavioral health, foreign contacts, and citizenship status. Key sections include questions about any past felony charges, criminal investigations, mental health treatment, financial issues like bankruptcies, and foreign affiliations or family ties. The document stresses that providing accurate information is voluntary but underscores the consequences of withholding information, which may lead to employment reassignment or access denial. Individuals must also affirm the truthfulness of their responses. This security screening is an essential step for personnel involved in national security or sensitive operations, connecting directly to federal and state regulations regarding personnel suitability assessments. Overall, the document serves as a preliminary access control tool within broader government screening processes.
Feb 13, 2025, 9:06 PM UTC
The Utah National Guard's Joint Force Headquarters has issued a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for childcare services related to the Yellow Ribbon Post-Deployment event scheduled for February 22, 2025. The State Family Programs Office and Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program seek a childcare provider capable of accommodating 160 children, divided into two age-specific rooms for ages 0-5 and 6-12. Essential requirements include a sufficient number of staff, background checks for all personnel, and appropriate supplies for activities, as the Yellow Ribbon team will not provide materials. Parents will handle lunch for their children, while drop-off is scheduled from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Vendors are required to submit a detailed cost breakdown and must operate within a 50-mile radius of Camp Williams, UT, with the precise location provided upon contract award. This document serves as an RFP for potential childcare providers to ensure comprehensive and compliant services tailored to military families during the reintegration process.
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