Professional Support Services
ID: AJM9192024420Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEWASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES (WHS)WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICESWASHINGTON, DC, 203011000, USA

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Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Washington Headquarters Services (WHS), is seeking qualified firms to provide professional support services for the Organizational Management and Policy Directorate (O&MPD). The objective of this procurement is to enhance the effectiveness of government personnel by offering assistance in program management, knowledge management, legislative support, training development, research, compliance audits, and information management systems. This support is crucial for addressing the evolving challenges faced by the DoD and improving operational efficiency. Interested firms must submit a Capabilities Statement by October 4, 2024, and should hold an active Top Secret Facility Clearance. For further inquiries, potential respondents can contact Aubrey McKinney at aubrey.j.mckinney2.civ@mail.mil or Sonja Sims at sonja.sims.civ@mail.mil.

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    The DRAFT Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the need for professional support services for the Department of Defense's Organizational Management and Policy Directorate (O&MPD). This contract aims to provide assistance in program management, knowledge management, legislative support, training, research, compliance audits, and information management systems. The support is intended to enhance operational efficiency and address the evolving challenges faced by the DoD. Key tasks include providing research and analysis regarding governance, official documentation management, organizational policy development, and legislative support. Expertise in data analytics and metric development is also required to support decision-making at senior leadership levels. The document sets forth comprehensive requirements for contractor personnel, including necessary security clearances and qualifications. It also details the management of the contractor's relationships, invoicing, training, travel, work location, and hours of operation. Critical to the execution of the contract are adherence to quality control measures, management of personnel turnover, and provision of surge support as needed. Overall, this PWS reflects the government's commitment to improving operational effectiveness and enhancing the capacity of its personnel through structured support services.
    The Washington Headquarters Services/Acquisition Directorate (WHS/AD) issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) on behalf of the Organizational Management and Policy Directorate (O&MPD) to gather market research for professional support services. This notice is not a solicitation but aims to assess the interest and capability of potential firms, particularly encouraging responses from small businesses. The anticipated NAICS code is 541611 for administrative management consulting services, and work is expected to occur primarily at the Pentagon or nearby sites. The SSN outlines submission requirements, including the necessity for respondents to hold an active Top Secret Facility Clearance. Interested firms must submit a Capabilities Statement by October 4, 2024. Details required in the submission encompass company information, experience with similar contracts, and examples of relevant expertise in organizational management, governance support, and data analytics, among other areas. The current effort continues from a prior contract with Analytic Services, Inc. (ANSER) and targets a 12-month base period with four one-year options starting in February 2025. The Government emphasizes adherence to security protocols and guidelines in the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS). Responses will inform the Government's acquisition strategy moving forward.
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