Instructional Systems Designer and Industrial Organizational Psychologist Support Services
ID: HCOAMPO2025Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEINTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- TRAINING/CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT (U008)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7e269a09078342a7ae7489f301ceea42/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of the Treasury's Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking contractor support for Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) and Industrial Organizational (IO) Psychologist services to enhance its IRS University (IRSU) training programs. The primary objectives include updating and developing training curricula, assessing employee career paths, and creating evaluation tools to measure proficiency, all aimed at aligning training with IRS business goals and improving employee performance. This initiative is crucial for optimizing employee development and ensuring effective training delivery within the IRS, which plays a vital role in tax administration. Interested contractors should contact Tujuannah Strickland at Tujuannah.S.Strickland@irs.gov, with responses to the Request for Information (RFI) due by January 21, 2025, as the anticipated period of performance for the contract is set to begin on March 3, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tujuannah Strickland
    Tujuannah.S.Strickland@irs.gov
    Files
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    PWS 01072025 V8 (1).docx
    The U.S. Department of Treasury's IRS seeks contractors for Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) and Industrial/Organizational (IO) Psychologist support services to enhance training programs in alignment with business goals. The IRS University (IRSU) aims to strengthen employee learning and skills across diverse training from customer service to tax law. The contractor's objectives include evaluating training programs, customizing content for various employee roles, leveraging technology for effective learning, and developing assessment tools to measure employee performance. The work spans planning, analysis, training needs assessment, design and implementation of training plans, content creation, and effectiveness measurement, strictly adhering to government regulations. The contract involves providing specialized services over a base period of 12 months at the contractor's remote worksite, necessitating adherence to privacy regulations and contractor personnel qualifications. Ultimately, this initiative is vital for optimizing IRS training and improving overall organizational performance.
    PWS 01102025 V9.docx
    The U.S. Department of Treasury's Internal Revenue Service (IRS) seeks an Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) and Industrial Organizational Psychologist (IO) support services through this Performance Work Statement (PWS). These services aim to enhance the IRS University (IRSU), which focuses on employee training and performance optimization in alignment with IRS business objectives. The contractor is tasked with updating and developing training curricula, assessing employee career paths, and creating evaluation tools for proficiency measurement. Key objectives include evaluating existing training programs, customizing content for diverse employee needs, enhancing learner engagement, and implementing current technologies for effective learning. The work scope encompasses planning, training needs assessment, training plan design, content creation, and effectiveness measurement. The anticipated period of performance is twelve months starting March 3, 2025, at the contractor’s site. Contractors must comply with various government regulations related to information security and must deliver high-quality, evidence-based training products. Moreover, the IRS emphasizes the importance of stakeholder collaboration and the establishment of a robust quality control plan to ensure project success. This initiative reflects the IRS's commitment to fostering a culture of continuous employee development and performance excellence.
    RFI 01072025.docx
    The IRS has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights on the capabilities of firms that can provide support from Instructional Systems Designers (ISD) and Industrial-Organizational Psychologists (IO) for optimizing training programs and enhancing employee performance. This initiative focuses on aligning training with business goals while improving educational experiences for IRS employees. The RFI outlines the need for contractors to develop and update course curricula, assess employee competencies, and provide strategic advice in relevant tax applications. It invites responses structured in two parts: company profile information and detailed capabilities. The IRS emphasizes collaboration with contractors experienced in technical tax training and program management to support its mission. The document clarifies that responses are for information purposes only, and not a solicitation for bids or proposals, maintaining that the government will not be liable for any costs incurred in response to this notice. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their information by January 21, 2025.
    RFI 01072025 (amended 01102025).docx
    The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking insights from firms capable of providing Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) and Industrial Organizational (IO) Psychologist support services. The purpose of this RFI is to gather information for future project planning, not to solicit proposals. The IRS aims to enhance its training programs to better align with organizational goals and improve employee performance. Services sought include updating course curricula, developing assessment tools, and assessing employee career paths to match competencies with mission-critical occupations. Respondents are asked to submit information in three parts: company profile, technical capabilities, and a capabilities statement. The RFI emphasizes the importance of clarity and detail in responses, while also stating that no proprietary or sensitive information should be included. The deadline for responses is January 21, 2025, and participation may influence future solicitations for training and assessment services. This effort underscores the IRS's commitment to leveraging expert knowledge to optimize employee development within the organization.
    RFI 01082025.docx
    The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued a Request for Information (RFI) on January 8, 2025, seeking capabilities from vendors to provide Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) and Industrial Organizational Psychologist (IO) support services. The purpose of this RFI is to gather information for project planning rather than solicit proposals. The IRS requires services to optimize training programs that align with business objectives and improve employee performance. Key responsibilities include updating course curricula, developing assessment tools, and ensuring the efficient delivery of training materials to IRS employees, particularly for revenue agents. Vendors must demonstrate expertise in areas such as tax training, program management, and integration of subject matter experts (SMEs) into IRS activities. Responses should include company profiles, technical capabilities, and strategies for delivering the required services. The IRS emphasizes the importance of experience in high-priority tax strategies and complex training delivery. It clarifies that no proposals will be accepted under this RFI, and any information provided may be used for future solicitations. The response deadline is January 21, 2025.
    RFI Response Template.xlsx
    The government file outlines a Request for Information (RFI) for Instructional Systems Designers and Industrial Organizational Psychologists, with responses due by January 21, 2025. It includes a detailed company profile section, inviting bidders to provide information on their capabilities, experience, and expertise in delivering complex technical tax training and strategic advisory services relevant to high-priority IRS areas. Key requests include company background, subcontracting opportunities, applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes, current government contracts, and business classification. Additionally, the technical section seeks insights on team structuring, labor categories, pricing models, and educational qualifications of assigned personnel. The document emphasizes the importance of understanding whether the requirements could be effectively met by small or large businesses and requests insights to enhance the scope of services. Overall, it aims to gather information from potential contractors to inform future training and advisory service procurements by the federal government.
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