Leadercast 365
ID: 80NSSC25887309QType: Special Notice
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Buyer

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA SHARED SERVICES CENTERSTENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS, 39529, USA

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/TELECOMMUNICATIONS TRAINING (U012)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b7c4d23a168e41e5a6b302835312807b/view
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    NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center is seeking to procure the Leadercast 365 Platform, a comprehensive leadership training resource aimed at enhancing talent development within the agency. This initiative will provide 1,500 employees with two years of access to a suite of leadership resources, including over 1,200 videos and events featuring renowned speakers, designed to equip participants with practical leadership skills through various engaging formats. The contract is set to span from November 5, 2024, to November 3, 2026, with a firm-fixed payment required upfront, and interested organizations must submit their capabilities and qualifications by 2:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on November 18, 2024, to the primary contact, Monica Wilson, at monica.d.wilson@nasa.gov.

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    Monica Wilson
    monica.d.wilson@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0036998 Tab 07 RDSS_Redacted.pdf
    The NASA Shared Services Center has recommended negotiating with Leadercast solely for access to the Leadercast 365 platform, which provides extensive leadership training resources. The estimated cost and delivery period extend from November 5, 2024, to November 3, 2026. Leadercast offers a unique collection of over 1200 leadership videos and events featuring renowned speakers such as Andy Stanley and John Maxwell, designed to address critical leadership issues. Utilizing this platform allows NASA to deliver on-demand training without incurring additional costs associated with traditional course setups, saving both time and financial resources. The recommendation emphasizes that no other vendor can replicate this breadth and depth of leadership training, making competition impractical. Engaging another vendor would result in significant costs, inconvenience, and logistical challenges in delivering leadership training. This initiative aligns with NASA's goal of enhancing leadership capabilities efficiently and effectively within its organization.
    SATPC0036998 Tab 07 SOW_Redacted.pdf
    NASA is issuing a Request for Services for the Leadercast 365 Platform, aimed at enhancing talent development within the agency. This program will provide 1,500 employees with two years of access to a comprehensive suite of leadership resources, including events, courses, and videos. The initiative is designed to inspire and equip participants with practical leadership skills through a variety of engaging formats, such as a one-day virtual event scheduled for May 2025. Contractors are required to ensure their deliverables meet industry standards and comply with necessary federal regulations. The total contract duration spans from November 5, 2024, to November 3, 2026, with all services transitioning to a virtual platform, eliminating the need for travel. Payment is firm-fixed and required in full upfront. The document emphasizes the contractor's responsibility for providing all necessary support while maintaining communication with NASA stakeholders, underscoring a collaborative approach to achieving leadership training objectives. This program is a strategic investment in workforce development to retain high-quality talent within NASA.
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