Outreach Support Services
ID: W911NF-25-R-OUTREACHType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APG DURHAMRESEARCH TRIANGLE PAR, NC, 27709-2211, USA

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT (R408)

Set Aside

SBA Certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program Set-Aside (FAR 19.15) (WOSB)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4976267e74634ba1ab03d19bb1668be7/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command at Aberdeen Proving Ground, is seeking responses from Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs) for Outreach Support Services aimed at enhancing STEM education and workforce development initiatives. The procurement requires technical support services as outlined in the Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS), which includes tasks such as program evaluation, data management, and financial management of DoD's STEM programs, while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and maintaining data integrity. Interested firms must submit a Statement of Capabilities detailing their relevant experience and qualifications by 4:00 PM EST on May 9, 2025, to the primary contacts, Mr. William Creech and Ms. Mia Steele, via the provided email addresses.

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    Draft PWS.docx
    The document outlines a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for a contract supporting the Department of Defense (DoD) initiatives aimed at enhancing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education and workforce development. It specifies non-personal services required to create networks connecting DoD components with academia and government agencies. Key objectives include program evaluation, data management, eligibility assessment, and financial management of DoD's STEM programs. Tasks detail the administration, outreach, stipend processing, and reporting requirements necessary for effective project administration. The contractor is responsible for maintaining data integrity, addressing safety and security protocols, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Reports regarding program outcomes, financial distributions, and participant tracking are mandated at various intervals. The document emphasizes operational independence from the government, adherence to stringent security measures, and the importance of qualitative evaluations of the programs. Overall, the PWS aims to systematically support initiatives that expand the STEM talent pool critical for national defense capabilities, reinforcing the DoD's commitment to developing a skilled workforce while complying with applicable laws and regulations.
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