Technical Rigor Training Course
ID: N00174-25-SIMACQ-10-0055Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC INDIAN HEAD DIVISIONINDIAN HEAD, MD, 20640-1533, USA

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- TRAINING/CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT (U008)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bb4301d8b5db43eca2d3a4f80d62e4aa/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD), intends to award a sole-source contract to Eastern Research Group Inc. for the provision of Technical Rigor Training Courses aimed at enhancing the technical proficiency of its workforce. The training will cover critical topics such as Safety, Quality, Project Management, and System Engineering, with the implementation of four to ten sessions per fiscal year, accommodating up to 25 students per session. This initiative is vital for ensuring compliance with safety regulations and fostering a culture of safety and health excellence among contractors at NSWC sites. Interested parties must submit their capabilities by February 14, 2025, at 10 AM EST, and should direct inquiries to Rebecca Maddox at rebecca.a.maddox2.civ@us.navy.mil or Melinda Blaine at melinda.s.blaine.civ@us.navy.mil.

    Files
    Title
    Posted
    A5 - Training Courses SOW.docx
    The Technical Rigor Training Courses, developed by Indian Head University for the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Indian Head Division (IHD), aim to enhance the technical proficiency of the workforce in areas such as Safety, Quality, Project Management, and System Engineering. The project outlines the implementation of four to ten training sessions within a fiscal year, accommodating a maximum of 25 students per session. Course materials will be provided in writing or electronically, and participants will receive certificates upon completion. The training scope includes topics like Design of Experiments, Statistical Process Control, Root Cause Analysis, Project Management, and Risk Management, among others. The sessions may occur onsite at NSWC locations in Maryland, New Jersey, and Oklahoma, or delivered virtually. Additionally, a Voluntary Protection Program emphasizes workplace safety and health, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and training expectations for contractors working within NSWC sites. This initiative seeks to instill a culture of safety and health excellence, requiring contractor adherence to comprehensive safety protocols and training. The document establishes a comprehensive framework for delivering effective training while prioritizing occupational safety and health for all personnel involved.
    Lifecycle
    Title
    Type
    Technical Rigor Training Course
    Currently viewing
    Special Notice
    Similar Opportunities
    1119-04 Sceptre SW Training
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Dahlgren, is seeking proposals for the procurement of two five-day on-site SCEPTRE software training courses and associated software support. This training is essential for enhancing capabilities in signal analysis and software-defined radio operations, targeting up to twelve personnel to ensure they are equipped to meet future mission requirements. The contract will be awarded on a sole source basis to 3DB Labs, Incorporated, as the required software and training are exclusive to them, with a performance period of one year post-award. Interested parties must submit their quotes by February 5, 2025, with an anticipated award date by February 15, 2025; for further inquiries, contact Karen Major at karen.l.major7.civ@us.navy.mil or call 540-742-8863.
    NRL NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE
    Dept Of Defense
    The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), part of the Department of Defense, intends to award a sole source contract to Dassault Systèmes Solidworks Corporation for onsite SYSML Intensive Training for up to 15 participants. This procurement is aimed at fulfilling specific training needs that can only be met by the identified vendor, emphasizing the importance of specialized education and curriculum development in the defense sector. The total purchase will not exceed $250,000 and will follow Simplified Acquisition Procedures under the Federal Acquisition Regulation. Interested parties may express their capabilities to compete, but only compelling evidence will be considered for a competitive procurement. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Carrie Cawley at carrie.a.cawley.civ@us.navy.mil or Katrina Gallagher at katrina.t.gallagher.civ@us.navy.mil.
    Procure DEFORM software renewal
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD), intends to award a sole-source contract for the renewal of the DEFORM software license from Scientific Forming Technologies. This procurement aims to secure a third-year renewal license for the 3D DEFORM software, which is critical for the ongoing Model Based Manufacturing (MBM) project, NISE-219, and includes provisions for software upgrades and technical support. The DEFORM software is essential for ensuring continuity in manufacturing capabilities and addressing potential knowledge gaps associated with new software features. Interested parties must submit their capabilities by February 6, 2025, at 10 AM EST, and should direct inquiries to Natella Calliste at natella.k.calliste.civ@us.navy.mil.
    NGMS ECDIS-N/Navigation/Steering & Propulsion/Machinery Control Systems
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of the Navy's Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) is seeking engineering and technical services for the management and support of various naval steering and navigation control systems. The procurement aims to establish a Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF), Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract with Northrop Grumman Maritime Systems (NGMS) on a sole source basis, as NGMS is deemed the only responsible source capable of fulfilling the requirements. The services will include design agent engineering, technical support, training, and logistics for systems such as Electronic Charting Display and Information Systems (ECDIS) across multiple classes of submarines and surface ships, ensuring operational effectiveness and compliance with security regulations. Interested contractors must submit their capabilities in response to the Request for Information (RFI) by February 5, 2025, to Tracy J. Biondo at tracy.j.biondo.civ@us.navy.mil or Marissa Woody at marissa.l.woody.civ@us.navy.mil, with submissions limited to five pages.
    DoS Probe Training
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Southwest Regional Maintenance Center (SWRMC), intends to negotiate a sole source purchase order for Degree of Sensitization (DoS) Probe Training from Austal USA Advanced Technologies. This training is essential for personnel to effectively service, maintain, troubleshoot, and assemble DoS Probes, which are critical for operational readiness. As the original equipment manufacturer, Austal USA Advanced Technologies is the only authorized source for this training, emphasizing the specialized nature of the procurement. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities and relevant information via email to Jamie Devera and Cynthia Urias by 11:00 AM Pacific Time on January 31, 2025, to be considered for future procurement opportunities.
    Intent to Sole Source Mercury Training Technician Course
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Marine Corps Systems Command (MARCORSYSCOM), intends to award a sole source firm-fixed price contract to Custom Training Group Inc. for the provision of Mercury Outboard Engine Training and certification. This procurement is aimed at fulfilling specific educational requirements for governmental staff training, as outlined in Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 6.302-1(b)(1)(ii). The training is crucial for ensuring that personnel are adequately prepared to operate and maintain Mercury outboard engines, which are vital for various operational needs. Interested parties may submit inquiries to the primary contact, Eric G. Daniels, at Eric.G.Daniels@usmc.mil, within 15 days of this notice, with the contract delivery expected in the third quarter of Fiscal Year 2025.
    Time Histories
    Dept Of Defense
    The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) is seeking a sole-source procurement from the University of Virginia Center for Applied Biometrics for personnel injury assessment services related to the COLUMBIA and VIRGINIA Block V Class submarines. The objective is to utilize computational human body models to assess potential injuries to crew members due to impacts or collisions, with the contractor expected to deliver comprehensive assessments and white papers detailing occupant kinematics and injury risks. This specialized service is critical for ensuring the safety and operational integrity of naval operations, and the total estimated value for the procurement is capped at $249,999.99. Interested parties must submit their capabilities statements by 4:00 PM on February 10, 2025, and inquiries can be directed to Michael J. Bonaiuto at michael.bonaiuto@navy.mil.
    Office of Naval Research (ONR) - Strategic Thinking Course
    Dept Of Defense
    The Office of Naval Research (ONR) within the Department of Defense is seeking proposals for a Strategic Thinking Course aimed at enhancing the capabilities of Senior Contract Officers and Acquisition Professionals in the United States Navy. The primary objective is to develop a comprehensive 5.5-day executive education program that aligns with the Navy Leader Development Framework, focusing on strategic thinking, ethical decision-making, and effective leadership in the context of global security challenges. This initiative is crucial for fostering long-term strategic considerations among Navy professionals, ensuring they are equipped to navigate complex environments. Interested parties, particularly women-owned small businesses, must submit their proposals in response to the solicitation, with the first course scheduled for March 16-21, 2025. For inquiries, contact Alejandro Moreno at alejandro.moreno.civ@us.navy.mil or Michael Lemon at michael.a.lemon.civ@us.navy.mil.
    Notice of Intent -(NA-18) Support Services for Requirements Management Systems Engineering
    Energy, Department Of
    The Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) intends to award a sole source contract to Techsource Inc. for support services related to requirements management systems engineering. The contract will provide technical and analytical support in areas such as requirements management policy development, traceability, verification, and the maintenance of a requirements repository tool, with an initial base period of three months and options for two additional three-month periods and one one-month period, totaling a potential duration of ten months. This procurement is critical for ensuring effective systems engineering principles are applied to the NNSA's requirements management processes, with a competitive solicitation for a five-year contract anticipated by the end of fiscal year 2025. Interested parties may direct inquiries to Samuel Hudson at samuel.hudson@nnsa.doe.gov or Rubina Satar at Rubina.Satar@nnsa.doe.gov by 8:00 AM EDT on February 14, 2025.
    Tactical Driving Safety Course
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is soliciting proposals for a Tactical Driving Safety Course aimed at training personnel in essential vehicle operation skills for clandestine operations. The contractor will be responsible for conducting a four-day course from February 17-20, 2025, which includes training on personal force protection, driving in high-threat environments, and practical vehicle maneuvers for nine students. This initiative is crucial for enhancing operational readiness and ensuring that personnel are adequately trained in tactical driving while adhering to federal regulations. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by February 5, 2025, and direct any questions to SSgt Rangel Cebrero at kevin.rangelcebrero@usmc.mil or SSgt Roy Hawkins at roy.hawkins@usmc.mil by January 31, 2025.