Single Source Determination for Training
ID: 73351023P0025Type: Justification
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SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONSMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONOFC OF PERF MGMT AND CFOWASHINGTON, DC, 20416, USA

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EDUCATION/TRAINING- TRAINING/CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT (U008)
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    The Small Business Administration (SBA) is seeking a contractor for a single-source determination to provide in-person training for its Office of Inspector General (OIG) executives. This four-day training, scheduled from May 22-26, is essential for enhancing collaborative benefits and fostering a better leadership environment within the agency. The initiative aligns with the President's Management Agenda (PMA), which aims to improve government efficiency and effectiveness through continuous learning and performance reviews. Interested parties can reach out to Tracie Gutierrez at tracie.gutierrez@sba.gov or Patrick Ferguson at patrick.ferguson@sba.gov for further details.

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