Advisory and Assistance for USAFA Center for Character and Leadership
ID: FA700025Q0017Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA7000 10 CONS LGCUSAF ACADEMY, CO, 80840-2303, USA

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/93d3d1b3673b41bab3dbf5c7eaac475e/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Air Force Academy, is seeking qualified contractors to provide advisory and assistance services for the Center for Character and Leadership Development (CCLD). The primary objective of this procurement is to enhance the development of leaders of character through support in areas such as assessment analysis, event management, experiential learning facilitation, and strategic communication. This initiative is crucial for advancing the Academy's mission of developing leaders who embody Air Force values, with services expected to be delivered under a non-personal services contract that includes a 12-month base period and four optional extensions. Interested parties must submit their capabilities packages by December 18, 2024, to the designated contacts, Edna T. Hakenson and Heather Bunnell, via the provided email addresses.

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    DRAFT CCLD PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT 5Dec24.docx
    The Performance Work Statement outlines requirements for a non-personal services contract to support the United States Air Force Academy's Center for Character & Leadership Development (CCLD). The main purpose is to enhance CCLD’s efforts in leader development through various support functions such as assessment analysis, event management, experiential-based learning facilitation, and strategic communications. The contract encompasses a 12-month base period with four optional extensions. Key services include providing evaluations of CCLD programs, planning and executing institutional events, facilitating experiential learning sessions, and ensuring effective communication. Minimum qualifications for contract personnel involve specific educational and experiential backgrounds relevant to each service area. Contract management mandates oversight and adherence to security protocols, with a focus on maintaining a professional public image among contract personnel. Deliverables are clearly defined, ensuring compliance with performance standards. The document emphasizes the contractor's independence in operations while still holding responsibility for meeting government expectations and maintaining quality control throughout the contract period. Overall, this PWS serves as the framework for expecting collaborative engagement from the contractor in fulfilling the CCLD mission aligned with Air Force values.
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