Language Training Services (LTS)
ID: RFI_LTS_04032025Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSENATIONAL GEOSPATIAL-INTELLIGENCE AGENCY (NGA)ATTN: MS S84 - OCSSPRINGFIELD, VA, 22150-7500, USA

NAICS

Language Schools (611630)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/afe264a1d0bf4c9ab754271009ffebb3/view
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    Description

    The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) is seeking information from contractors to provide Online Language Training Services (LTS) for its employees, focusing on enhancing language proficiency across 59 languages, including priority languages such as Chinese, Russian, Arabic, and Spanish. The initiative aims to create an accessible, self-paced language learning platform that complies with federal accessibility standards and supports the agency's strategic mission objectives. Interested parties are required to submit a white paper detailing their capabilities and relevant experience by April 18, 2025, as this Request for Information (RFI) is part of a planning process that may lead to a future Request for Proposal (RFP). For further inquiries, contractors can contact Collin M. Larson at Collin.M.Larson@nga.mil or Haydee L. Soto-Carreras at Haydee.L.SotoCarreras@nga.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Collin M. Larson
    (571) 557-1430
    Collin.M.Larson@nga.mil
    Haydee L. Soto-Carreras
    (571) 557-4663
    Haydee.L.SotoCarreras@nga.mil
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    LTS_QA_20250410.xlsx
    The document addresses a key question related to contractor obligations regarding language instruction services in a government RFP context. Specifically, it confirms that contractors are not required to own a language instruction subscription service; instead, they may utilize third-party services for this purpose. This flexibility allows for a wider range of options for contractors, enabling them to leverage existing resources while fulfilling government requirements. The response is essential as it clarifies expectations regarding service ownership and operational arrangements, which is a critical aspect for organizations seeking federal grants and RFP opportunities. The emphasis on utilizing third-party services highlights a trend towards collaboration and resource optimization in government contracts.
    RFI_LTS_v2.0.docx
    The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) is soliciting information from contractors to provide Online Language Training Services (LTS) for its employees. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to understand industry practices to address NGA's needs for accessible, high-quality language learning across 59 languages, particularly focusing on priority languages such as Chinese, Russian, Arabic, and Spanish. The service is intended for self-paced learning via various devices and must comply with federal accessibility standards (Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act) to ensure all employees, including those with disabilities, can access the training. The contract spans from September 2025 to August 2030, with options for renewal. The RFI outlines requirements for security, respondent qualifications, and capability details, emphasizing the need for responses to be unclassified and compliant with federal regulations. Interested parties must submit a white paper detailing their capabilities, relevant experience, and any recommendations for the acquisition process by April 18, 2025. This initiative reflects NGA's commitment to enhancing language proficiency among employees to align with strategic mission objectives and operational priorities.
    SOW_LTS.v4_04_03_25.docx
    The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) is seeking to maintain its Online Language Training Services (LTS) through an unclassified subscription that provides unlimited access to language courses for its employees. This initiative aims to enhance foreign language proficiency in alignment with DoD directives, particularly for 59 languages including priority languages like Chinese, Russian, Arabic, and Spanish. The contractor is required to facilitate the subscription, providing various instructional methodologies including critical thinking, memory exercises, grammar skills, and cultural context. Key tasks involve offering technical support, reporting training usage metrics, and promoting language proficiency. The contract is a Firm Fixed Price model lasting one year with four optional extensions. Security protocols demand adherence to federal cybersecurity requirements, ensuring safe management of unclassified information. The overarching goal is to create an accessible, self-paced language learning platform that boosts employee skills to meet the agency's strategic objectives and contribute effectively in an intelligence capacity.
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