CBP OTD Detecting Deception & Eliciting Responses (DDER) Training Support
ID: 70B06C26Q00000002Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTIONMISSION SUPPORT CONTRACTING DIVISIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20229, USA

NAICS

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- TRAINING/CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT (U008)

Set Aside

Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/7dda4d6472ab414b9169509e96340a26/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is seeking proposals for training support services related to the Detecting Deception & Eliciting Responses (DDER) program. This procurement aims to provide rapport-based interviewing training, which is essential for developing trust with subjects to gather information effectively, particularly in counter-terrorism efforts. The contract will cover a base year from February 2026 to January 2027, with four additional one-year options, allowing for up to 24 training sessions annually at the Advanced Training Center in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Interested parties, particularly Women-Owned Small Businesses, should contact John Crockett or Karen Jeter for further details, as funding is currently unavailable and will be allocated quarterly through contract modifications.

    Point(s) of Contact
    John Crockett
    JOHN.T.CROCKETT@cbp.dhs.gov
    Karen Jeter
    karen.e.jeter@cbp.dhs.gov
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    70B06C26Q00000002 - Attachment 2 - Schedule of Supplies_Services rV1.xlsx
    The government Request for Quote (RFQ) #70B06C26Q00000002, titled "Detecting Deception & Eliciting Responses (DDER) Training Support Services," outlines a multi-year contract for professional labor. The contract spans a base year from February 2026 to January 2027, with four subsequent option years, extending through January 2031. The services required are for "Detecting Deception and Eliciting Responses Training Support Services," provided on a Firm, Fixed Price basis. The unit of service is defined as one Role Player per day, with the price per unit being fully burdened to include all lodging, travel, food, and additional expenses. No extra costs for travel, food, or board will be permitted. The schedule details the number of role players, days per session, and sessions for each period, though the exact description and pricing are listed as "TBD" (To Be Determined) and currently show zero total estimated and evaluated prices. This RFQ aims to secure ongoing support for specialized training over several years.
    70B06C26Q00000002 - Attachment 3 - Question and Answer Template.xlsx
    The document, titled "Detecting Deception & Eliciting Responses (DDER) Training Support Services," is an Attachment 3- Question & Answer Template for Request for Quotation (RFQ) #70B06C26Q00000002. This template is designed for prospective offerors to submit questions regarding the RFQ. It requires them to identify the attachment and specific section referenced by their question, provide the page and paragraph numbers, and insert their question. The government will then provide answers in the designated
    70B06C26Q00000002 - Attachment 4 - DDER FY26 Class Schedule Rv2.xlsx
    The document outlines the schedule for Detecting Deception & Eliciting Responses (DDER) Training Support Services for Fiscal Year 2026, associated with RFQ# 70B06C26Q00000002. It details eight distinct class sessions, each spanning four days. The training sessions are scheduled across March, May, and August 2026. Specifically, DDER 2601-2602 runs from March 10-13, and DDER 2603-2604 from March 17-20. May includes DDER 2605-2606 (May 12-15) and DDER 2607-2608 (May 19-22), followed by DDER 2609-2610 (June 2-5) and DDER 2611-2612 (June 9-12). The final two sessions, DDER 2613-2614 (August 4-7) and DDER 2615-2616 (August 11-14), complete the schedule. The document also notes that
    70B06C26Q00000002-Attachment 1-Statement of Work.pdf
    This Request for Quote (RFQ) from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks training support for its Detecting Deception and Eliciting Response (DDER) program. The program, developed in 2005, focuses on rapport-based, non-confrontational interviewing techniques for intelligence gathering, particularly in counter-terrorism efforts. The RFQ specifically calls for role-players/cultural experts for scenario-based training at the Advanced Training Center in Harpers Ferry, WV. These experts must possess extensive knowledge of Latin American, South Asian, East Asian, and/or Middle Eastern cultures, customs, religions, and languages, and be proficient in acting without a script. The contract is for a base year plus four option years, with up to 24 three-day training sessions annually. Role-players will provide feedback to students on rapport-building and cultural nuances. All contractors must be U.S. citizens or legal residents and undergo a favorable background investigation, including submitting specific forms and completing an online SF 85. The government is not responsible for delays due to security clearance procedures. Site visits may occur to ensure role-player performance, and course evaluations will be conducted.
    70B06C26Q00000002.pdf
    This document is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for role player support services for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Office of Training and Development's Detecting Deception and Eliciting Responses (DDER) training program. The contract is a Firm-Fixed-Price type with an estimated period of performance from February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027, and includes four one-year options. The solicitation highlights that funding is currently unavailable and will be provided quarterly through subsequent contract modifications. Key clauses address contractor responsibilities such as maintaining active SAM registration, safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and incident reporting, especially concerning Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Sensitive Personally Identifiable Information (SPII). The document also outlines the schedule of supplies/services with specific CLINs for each year, indicating the number of role players, days per session, and sessions required. Evaluation criteria and various FAR and DHSAR clauses are incorporated by reference.
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