SV0167-25
ID: Sv0167-25Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INCFEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INCTALLADEGA, AL, 35160, USA

NAICS

Temporary Help Services (561320)

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: ACCOUNTING (R703)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a080d4c483054573b1ba505ea25d9252/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Prison Industries, Inc. (UNICOR), is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses for a one-year contract focused on providing budgeting and accounting training assistance at their facility in Tallahassee, Florida. The contractor will be responsible for delivering comprehensive training in various financial processes, including daily operations, monthly reporting, and fixed asset management, while also enhancing training programs for UNICOR staff. This opportunity is critical for improving financial operations within a correctional facility context, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and security protocols. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by November 14, 2024, at 2:00 PM EST, and can direct inquiries to Sharon Oliver at SHARON.OLIVER@USDOJ.GOV or Joshua Hassler at jhassler@central.unicor.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    SHARON OLIVER
    (202) 845-6058
    SHARON.OLIVER@USDOJ.GOV
    JOSHUA HASSLER
    jhassler@central.unicor.gov
    Files
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    1600002074 SV0167-25 (1).pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by UNICOR, Federal Prison Industries, for budgeting and accounting training assistance at their facility in Tallahassee, Florida. This one-year, firm-fixed-price contract is exclusively set aside for small businesses, emphasizing engagement with qualified vendors that meet specific experience requirements, including a minimum of five years in training within correctional settings and knowledge of SAP operations in such environments. The contractor is expected to deliver training in various financial processes, including daily operations, monthly reporting, and fixed asset management, as well as assist in developing and enhancing training programs for UNICOR staff. Security protocols require contractors to undergo background checks and maintain compliance with federal regulations while working within a federal prison. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted via email, with deadlines for responses clearly outlined, and offers must be submitted using provided forms. Additionally, the document emphasizes the importance of price reductions for favored customers during the contract term, ensuring that UNICOR receives competitive pricing. Overall, this solicitation aims to equip UNICOR's staff with enhanced competencies in financial operations, ensuring effective management and operation in a correctional facility context.
    Amendment 001 QA and Extension.pdf
    This document is an amendment to solicitation SV0167-25 issued by UNICOR, Federal Prison Industries, Inc., detailing changes and clarifications to the original solicitation dated October 28, 2024. The amendment addresses multiple questions raised by contractors, particularly regarding training logistics, hours of service, remote work eligibility, and security clearance timelines. Key points include that contractors will need to travel for group trainings, while other training can be conducted virtually. The estimated number of training hours has been confirmed as 1,475. Remote work is permitted for daily tasks, with exceptions for onsite training. Contractors are responsible for arranging their own lodging under GSA per diem guidelines. Security clearance can take 4-6 weeks, impacting contract performance if delayed. Additionally, the amendment clarifies the requirement for facility clearance and the importance of maintaining specific evaluation criteria during the proposal process. It extends the proposal submission deadline to November 14, 2024, at 2:00 PM EST. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. This amendment underscores UNICOR's commitment to facilitating clear communication between the agency and potential contractors, while ensuring compliance with contracting requirements.
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