NFPA 99 and NFPA 101 Training Sessions
ID: 36C25725Q0341Type: Solicitation
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)ARLINGTON, TX, 76006, USA

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Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

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EDUCATION/TRAINING- GENERAL (U009)

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Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for training sessions on NFPA 99 Healthcare Facilities Code and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, specifically targeting the El Paso Veterans Affairs Health Care System. The contractor will be responsible for delivering comprehensive training over four days for 30 attendees, divided into two groups, and must provide essential materials such as training manuals, code copies, and certificates of completion. This initiative underscores the Department's commitment to enhancing staff competence in compliance with national codes while supporting service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, with a total award amount of $15 million. Interested parties can contact Melanie Williams at melanie.williams5@va.gov or 210-694-6378 for further information.

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    The document outlines a Request for Proposals (RFP) by the Department of Veterans Affairs for training sessions on NFPA 101 Life Safety Code and NFPA 99 Healthcare Facilities Code, targeting the El Paso Veterans Affairs Health Care System. The contractor is required to deliver comprehensive training services over four days for a total of 30 attendees, split into two groups, and provide essential materials, including training manuals, copies of the code, and certificates of completion. The contract emphasizes the importance of quality control, adherence to applicable regulations, and the contractor's responsibility for staffing adequately trained personnel. The total award amount is set at $15 million, and a significant portion is reserved for small businesses, particularly those owned by service-disabled veterans. Recording, managing, and safeguarding all project-related documentation in compliance with federal regulations are also mandated. Additionally, contractors must ensure professional conduct amongst employees, uphold safety standards, and submit invoices electronically. This initiative demonstrates the commitment of the Department of Veterans Affairs to enhance staff competence in compliance with national codes while supporting veteran-owned businesses.
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