Notice of Intent to Sole-Source: WORLD INSTITUTE OF LEADERSHIP AND LEARNING, LTD
ID: W9124D25Q0012Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT KNOXFORT KNOX, KY, 40121-5000, USA

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/ab6cd1ca1a9e451991e9541a6cbda228/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army's Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Fort Knox, intends to award a sole-source contract to the World Institute of Leadership and Learning, Ltd. This contract involves the revision of "The Good Teacher" training program for approximately 4,000 JROTC instructors, focusing on enhancing critical thinking and ethical decision-making skills through updated training materials that reflect current cultural scenarios. The training is crucial for improving the effectiveness of JROTC instructors in high school environments. Interested parties must submit their responses by October 23, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. Eastern Time, to Galina Halterman at galina.n.halterman.civ@army.mil, including a statement of interest and relevant company information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Halterman, Galina
    (502) 624-8808
    galina.n.halterman.civ@army.mil
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