Unlicensed Engine Mariners to Licensed 3rd Assistant Engineers Preparation Training Program
ID: N3220525Q0016Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYMSC NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA

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Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

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EDUCATION/TRAINING- VOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL (U006)

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https://sam.gov/opp/dd668dd3315c4b2b89d752fa98c144fb/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Norfolk, is conducting a market survey for an Unlicensed Engine Mariners to Licensed 3rd Assistant Engineers Preparation Training Program. This initiative aims to provide Civil Service Mariners (CIVMARs) with the necessary training and skills for obtaining US Coast Guard licensing, specifically focusing on engine operation for vessels with power ranging from 750KW to 4000 HP. The program will feature a comprehensive curriculum that includes USCG-approved training, simulation experiences, and various courses such as Advanced Fire Fighting and Diesel Engineering, accommodating cohorts of six or more unlicensed mariners. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit capability statements by November 1, 2024, as the contract is expected to commence on March 1, 2025, with a five-year ordering period concluding on February 28, 2030. For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Jim Ellis at james.p.ellis54.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 757-443-5913.

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    The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is initiating a market survey for an Unlicensed Engine Mariners to Licensed 3rd Assistant Engineers training program. This program aims to educate Civil Service Mariners (CIVMARs) on standards and skills necessary for US Coast Guard licensing, particularly for engine operation aboard vessels with power between 750KW-4000 HP. The comprehensive curriculum should include USCG-approved training, simulation experiences, and various courses such as Advanced Fire Fighting, Diesel Engineering, and more. The program can accommodate cohorts of six or more unlicensed mariners and will include classroom instruction and hands-on simulation to mirror real shipboard environments. Responses from small businesses, particularly those owned by Service-Disabled Veterans, Women, or located in HUBZone areas, are encouraged. Interested parties must submit capability statements by November 1, 2024, for potential evaluation to support procurement strategy decisions. The contract is anticipated to begin on March 1, 2025, with a five-year ordering period concluding on February 28, 2030. The survey seeks input on the clarity of deliverables and company capabilities to ensure effective planning for the training program.
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