K-12 Physical Education Equipment
ID: HE125425QE012Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF DEFENSE EDUCATION ACTIVITY (DODEA)DOD EDUCATION ACTIVITYALEXANDRIA, VA, 22350-1400, USA

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- GENERAL (U009)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 1, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 1, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 15, 2025, 4:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is seeking proposals for K-12 physical education (PE) equipment to support its curriculum across 161 schools globally, catering to over 67,000 students. The procurement aims to establish multiple blanket purchase agreements over a five-year period, providing high-quality, durable equipment that meets national physical education standards, along with robust technical support for integrated digital components. This initiative underscores DoDEA's commitment to enhancing student engagement through comprehensive physical education programs while ensuring compliance with federal regulations, including cybersecurity and accessibility standards. Interested vendors must submit a Capabilities Statement by April 15, 2025, to the designated contacts, Mumbi Mutala and Alim Koroma, via email.

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This document outlines a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) for K-5 educational consumables and assessment packages, spanning a period from March 1, 2025, to February 29, 2028. The primary components include print and digital resources for students from Kindergarten through Grade 5, categorized under specific task line item numbers (CLINs) for consumables, assessment tools, shipping, and technical support services. The document specifies the quantities required for each grade level, noting the expected quantities as follows: Kindergarten (348 sets), Grade 1 (366 sets), Grade 2 (363 sets), Grade 3 (277 sets), Grade 4 (277 sets), and Grade 5 (257 sets). The assessment packages also encompass offers for Grades K-1 and Grades 2-5. Additionally, ongoing technical support is stipulated as part of the service for the contract's duration. The RFP emphasizes its controlled unclassified information status, underscoring the need for confidentiality regarding the source selection information. Overall, the initiative reflects a commitment to enhancing literacy instruction within primary education through adequate resource provisioning.
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The DoDEA Cloud Questionnaire is a comprehensive tool used by the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) to evaluate vendors’ cloud-based solutions for compatibility with Department of Defense (DoD) and Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) guidelines. The questionnaire covers several key areas, including the provision of cloud resource URLs, client systems, software configurations, privacy and data handling procedures, security practices, data storage requirements, change management processes, audit standards, and processes for breach response. Vendors must respond to a series of yes-or-no questions, ensuring clarity on data protection, compliance with relevant laws (like COPPA, FERPA, and HIPAA), and the security of DoDEA's sensitive information. The assessment's objective is to uphold DoDEA's data security and privacy while enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining the integrity of sensitive educational data. The structured approach requires proper documentation and transparency, highlighting the emphasis on safeguarding information within the education sector under the responsibility of the DoD.
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The Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) outlines a systematic approach to evaluate the performance of the K-5 Literacy Instructional Resources contract (HE125418D0001) established by DoDEA. This contract is necessary due to the expiration of previous materials that do not meet updated educational standards beginning in the 2018-2019 school year. The plan defines monitored areas, methods of monitoring, responsible personnel, and documentation procedures. It emphasizes the requirement for research-based, standards-aligned resources that support diverse literacy skills for K-5 students, specifying that a complete digital solution is insufficient. The QASP details performance standards, acceptable quality levels, and various surveillance methods, including direct observations and stakeholder feedback. It mandates the documentation of acceptable and unacceptable performance, requiring corrective action plans for the latter. The document serves as a living reference for evaluating contractor performance, ensuring compliance, and safeguarding government interests in the contract. Regular assessments and communication with the contractor are integral to managing performance standards effectively, reflecting DoDEA's commitment to enhancing literacy instruction in a compliant and accountable framework.
Apr 1, 2025, 9:04 PM UTC
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is initiating a Request for Proposal (RFP) for K-12 physical education (PE) equipment to support its curriculum across 161 schools globally. For the 2024-25 school year, this program aims to provide high-quality, durable equipment that meets national physical education standards and supports over 67,000 students. The RFP outlines the requirements for multiple blanket purchase agreements over a five-year period. Key tasks include supplying various elementary, middle, and high school PE equipment, ensuring all items are industry-standard, and providing robust technical support for digital components integrated into DoDEA's learning management system. The contractor's responsibilities also encompass timely delivery of print and digital materials, privacy training adherence, and compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards. Performance metrics are established, requiring at least 95% of equipment to arrive undamaged, with rapid customer support response times. The proposal demands adherence to federal cybersecurity protocols, particularly in data management and privacy protection. This organized approach reflects DoDEA's commitment to fostering student engagement through comprehensive and accessible physical education programs while maintaining regulatory compliance.
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