FCI Texarkana - Professional Driving Academy - CDL Training
ID: 15B51525Q0000013Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCI TEXARKANATEXARKANA, TX, 75501, USA

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- VOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL (U006)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/36548a419c2143d7b8765229a1eb7fb8/view
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    Description

    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is seeking proposals for a Professional Driving Academy to provide Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training for male inmates at the Federal Correctional Institution in Texarkana, Texas. The program aims to equip participants with the necessary skills to obtain a CDL and succeed as over-the-road drivers, consisting of approximately 16 sessions over a four-month period, with both theoretical instruction and practical driving experience. This initiative is part of the Bureau's commitment to vocational training and rehabilitation within the correctional system. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by May 2, 2025, with the anticipated award date set for May 5, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Galo Morlet at gmorlet@bop.gov or by phone at 903-838-4587.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Galo Morlet
    9038384587 508
    gmorlet@bop.gov
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    15B51525Q00000013 2025 CDL Training.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Professional Driving Academy to provide Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training for inmates at the Federal Correctional Institution in Texarkana, Texas. The solicitation number is 15B51525Q00000013, and the associated NAICS code is 611310. This firm-fixed-price contract emphasizes price and past performance as evaluation factors, with price given greater weight. The solicitation will be made available on or around April 15, 2025, with quotes due by May 2, 2025. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and include their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) in proposals. The anticipated award date is May 5, 2025. The RFQ package includes essential forms and stipulations regarding compliance with FAR regulations, the acceptance of government purchase cards, and the importance of meeting delivery timelines, with potential penalties for non-conformance. The document also specifies detailed clauses regarding contract terms, employee security requirements, whistleblower protections, and privacy safeguards surrounding sensitive information. Overall, this initiative is part of the Bureau's commitment to vocational training within the correctional system, supporting rehabilitation efforts for inmates.
    SOW CDL Training FY-2025.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is seeking to establish a Purchase Order Contract for a Professional Driving Academy to provide educational services to male adults in custody at the Federal Correctional Institution in Texarkana, Texas. The program will consist of approximately 16 sessions per class over a four-month period, focusing on equipping participants with the skills necessary to obtain a commercial driver’s license and succeed as over-the-road drivers. Classes will include theoretical instruction and practical driving experience within a secured environment, adhering to local safety regulations. The contractor must be a certified driving school and provide qualified instructors who meet health requirements, ensuring no risk to the inmate population. Classroom supplies will be the contractor's responsibility, and the schedule will typically run Monday through Thursday. The contractor will have discretion in how to conduct classes, though performance will be evaluated for compliance with contract terms. The document underscores the importance of maintaining security and a professional relationship with inmates, as well as the potential for contract termination based on performance issues. This initiative emphasizes rehabilitation through vocational training within correctional facilities.
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