Language Program for the U.S. Embassy Tashkent
ID: 19UZ8025Q0002Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY TASHKENTWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Educational ServicesT (611)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- TUITION/REGISTRATION/MEMBERSHIP FEES (U005)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a938bf0375444cc3a01d760507176884/view
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    The U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, is preparing to solicit proposals for a language program aimed at enhancing English language proficiency among its locally hired employees. The selected contractor will be responsible for managing a team of qualified English teachers, ensuring timely class operations, and providing instructional materials that develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills tailored to student needs. This initiative underscores the embassy's commitment to improving its workforce's language capabilities while adhering to federal procurement regulations. Interested contractors should note that the formal solicitation will be announced on November 14, 2024, and must be submitted via mail to the contracting office, as electronic submissions will not be accepted. For further inquiries, contact Kathleen Murphy at murphykc@state.gov or Shukhrat Arifdjanov at ArifdjanovSS@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kathleen Murphy
    +99878 1205450
    murphykc@state.gov
    Shukhrat Arifdjanov
    +99878 1205450
    ArifdjanovSS@state.gov
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    Pre-solicitation Notice for 19UZ8025Q0002 Language Program for the U.S. Embassy Tashkent.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, is preparing to solicit proposals for a language program aimed at enhancing English language proficiency among its locally hired employees. While the solicitation is not yet issued, interested contractors can expect the formal announcement on November 14, 2024, via the embassy's procurement website. The selected contractor will manage a team of qualified English teachers, ensure timely class operations, and provide instructional materials that foster reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills tailored to student needs. Key tasks include adapting the curriculum, implementing a student evaluation system every three months, and maintaining a small library of educational resources. Contractors must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) before contract award, as the contract will be awarded to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror. No electronic submissions will be accepted; offers must be mailed to the designated contracting office. This request for proposals illustrates the embassy's commitment to improving its workforce's language skills while ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations.
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