Provost Search Support Revised
ID: 1301160211Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSUP FLT LOG CTR SAN DIEGOSAN DIEGO, CA, 92136, USA

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Executive Search Services (561312)

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SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: OTHER (R699)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center in San Diego, is seeking proposals for executive search support services to assist the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) in filling the position of Provost and Chief Academic Officer. The contractor will be responsible for conducting a comprehensive recruitment campaign, including candidate screening, interview coordination, and providing expert advice to the Provost Search Committee, with an emphasis on ensuring a diverse candidate pool that aligns with NPS's strategic goals. This procurement is critical for maintaining the educational and operational standards of the institution, and the contract will have a base period of six months with an optional six-month extension. Interested small businesses must submit their proposals, including technical approaches and past performance data, by the specified deadlines, and can contact Kyle Westover at Kyle.D.Westover.civ@us.navy.mil or 619-556-7952 for further information.

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    This document details a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for executive search support services to aid the Naval Postgraduate School in filling the position of Provost and Chief Academic Officer. The contractor is expected to conduct a comprehensive recruitment campaign, assist with candidate screening, coordinate interviews, and provide expert advice to the Provost Search Committee (PSC), ensuring a diverse candidate pool aligned with NPS's strategic goals. The contract is set for a base period of six months, with an optional six-month extension if necessary. A robust performance work statement outlines tasks and deliverables, including recruitment strategies, candidate validation, and coordination of interviews. The RFQ emphasizes the importance of a strong technical proposal, highlighting a best value approach that prioritizes technical capability over price. Offerors must submit a clear, compliant bid, detailing their technical approach, past performance, and pricing, while adhering to a small business set-aside. The document encapsulates the government's commitment to procuring high-quality services that support its educational and operational objectives.
    The document outlines a pricing spreadsheet related to a solicitation for NPS Provost Service Support under solicitation number N00244-24-Q-0333. It specifies the salary requirements for the Provost position, classified as AD11, with a current salary cap set at $204,000, which may vary annually based on cost-of-living adjustments. The document indicates potential additional benefits for candidates, including recruitment and retention incentives, as well as relocation assistance. It references historical negotiations from the previous search, which included multiyear recruitment incentives and relocation support. The spreadsheet structures projected costs with the travel expenses anticipated over five days and outlines the timeframe for base and option periods, indicating planned budgeting between September 30, 2024, and September 29, 2025. The overall emphasis is on providing a competitive compensation package to attract qualified candidates for the Provost role while ensuring compliance with government regulations governing pay scales and benefits.
    The "Offeror’s Past Performance Data" form is designed for assessing contractors’ past work performance to inform future government contracts. It requires detailed information such as the contractor's name, contract number, customer contacts, performance duration, and contract cost. The form includes evaluative questions regarding the contractor's cooperation, contract management effectiveness, timely delivery, understanding of customer requirements, and any legal issues such as terminations or defaults. Specific areas to assess include the contractor's strengths and weaknesses, as well as any corrective actions taken for deficiencies. Additionally, the form prompts reviewers to indicate whether they have reservations about future collaborations with the contractor. Overall, this form is essential for source selection in federal and state contracts, ensuring due diligence and maintaining quality standards in government procurement processes.
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