Psychological Assessment Support Services
ID: H9223925R0005Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEUS SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM)HQ USASOC CONTRACTINGFORT LIBERTY, NC, 28310-5200, USA

NAICS

Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (except Physicians) (621330)

PSC

MEDICAL- PSYCHIATRY (Q519)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC), is seeking qualified small businesses to provide Psychological Assessment Support Services. The primary objectives of this procurement include delivering psychological services such as personnel assessment, psychological training support, and the development of programs aimed at enhancing operational performance for Army Special Operations Forces. This initiative underscores the importance of scientifically-informed practices to ensure mission readiness and operational effectiveness. Interested vendors must submit their capability statements by 10:00 AM EST on January 27, 2025, to the designated contacts, with the contract anticipated to span one year with four optional extensions. For further inquiries, vendors can reach out to Brian Gilmore at brian.gilmore1@socom.mil or Gail C. Williams at gail.williams@socom.mil.

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    The document outlines a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for Psychological Assessment Support Services to be provided under a federal government contract. The contractor will deliver psychological services to the United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC) and its subordinate units. Their responsibilities include personnel assessment, psychological training support, research, and development of programs that enhance operational performance. Key objectives include candidate assessment, training curriculum development, and operational psychology research. The report details the scope of services, qualifications for personnel, quality control measures, and the roles of key personnel including the Contracting Officer Representative (COR). The contract spans several phases including a 15-day phase-in period and an 11.5-month base period, with up to four 12-month ordering periods thereafter. Quality assurance mechanisms are established to ensure high service standards. Additionally, contractors must adhere to stringent security requirements, including obtaining necessary clearance levels, and are required to travel for the performance of duties across multiple U.S. military installations. This comprehensive PWS demonstrates the government’s intent to ensure high-quality psychological services supporting Army Special Operations Forces, emphasizing mission readiness and operational effectiveness through scientifically-informed practices.
    The United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC) is seeking to identify small businesses capable of delivering Psychological Assessment Support Services for its Directorate of Psychological Applications. This market research aims to gather interest from the small business sector before a formal solicitation is issued, with an anticipated contract duration of one year plus four optional yearly extensions. Interested vendors must demonstrate their capability through a detailed statement, addressing specific questions regarding their experience, facility security clearance, and quality assurance measures. The relevant NAICS code is 621330, with a small business size standard of $9 million. The USASOC emphasizes that this notice is not a request for proposals and does not guarantee a contract, nor will it reimburse participants. Capability statements are due by 10:00 AM EST on January 27, 2025, and must be submitted via email to designated contacts. Although inquiries can be made, no capability briefings will be provided. This announcement reflects the government's commitment to exploring small business participation in support services for Army Special Operations Forces.
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