7BDE Memphis Shelby County Schools STEM
ID: W9124D25QA187Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT KNOXFORT KNOX, KY, 40121-5000, USA

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- GENERAL (U009)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is soliciting proposals for a non-personal service contract to establish a Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) STEM education program for Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) Cadets in Memphis, Tennessee. The program aims to introduce cadets to leadership and STEM career opportunities, providing them with exposure to college environments and STEM-related work sites, while inspiring academic excellence and continued education beyond high school. The contract will cover essential services including lodging, meals, and training facilities for approximately 190 cadets and 80 cadre during the camp scheduled for June 1-6, 2025. Interested contractors should contact Robin Woodard at robin.a.woodard3.civ@army.mil or Ursula Waibel at ursula.d.waibel.civ@army.mil for further details, and must comply with wage determinations outlined in the Service Contract Act, ensuring fair compensation for labor.

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    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines a non-personal service contract to provide facilities and support for the JROTC Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) STEM Camp in Jackson, TN, from June 1-6, 2025. The contractor is required to furnish training and dining facilities for 190 cadets and 80 cadre, addressing the growing need for STEM education in underserved areas. Key objectives include enhancing awareness of STEM career opportunities and providing effective training activities led by qualified instructors. The contractor is responsible for lodging and meals, with specifications including separate housing for males and females, adequate bathroom facilities, and a menu approved by designated personnel. Quality assurance measures are mandated to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, and performance will be evaluated through defined metrics. The document specifies strict operational hours, responsibilities of the contractor and government representatives, and acknowledges potential conflicts of interest. In total, the PWS emphasizes the importance of effectively supporting STEM education while maintaining high standards of service and safety compliance throughout the event.
    This document outlines the addendum to FAR Provision 52.212-1, detailing the requirements for submitting quotes in response to a Request for Quote (RFQ) related to commercial acquisitions under FAR Parts 12 and 13. The RFQ process is unrestricted, and the government will award a firm fixed-price contract to the lowest responsible and responsive offeror. Key elements include mandatory registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) with an active UEI number and CAGE code, as well as submission of complete and accurate forms. Offerors are encouraged to submit their best prices upfront, with quotes remaining valid for 60 days post-closing. Questions must be submitted in writing by a specified date, and any amendments to the RFQ will be posted on SAM.gov. The government intends to award the contract without further discussions, stressing the importance of initial submissions being competitive and compliant.
    This document outlines wage determinations under the Service Contract Act, providing minimum wage rates for various occupations in specified counties of Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee. It establishes requirements based on contracts awarded under Executive Orders 14026 and 13658, detailing pay rates for different job classifications. For contracts initiated or extended after January 30, 2022, workers must be compensated at least $17.75 per hour, while those for earlier contracts must be paid a minimum of $13.30 per hour, or the listed rates. The document also specifies fringe benefits including a health and welfare rate of $5.36 per hour and paid vacation and holidays. Furthermore, it illustrates the conformance process for unlisted job classifications and the responsibilities of contractors under related executive orders, emphasizing compliance with labor standards and protections for workers. The document serves as a critical resource for federal and state contractors, guiding wage compliance in service contracts and ensuring fair compensation for labor.
    The Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) solicitation outlines a federal procurement for various commercial products and services related to a Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) STEM education program. The contract, identified with requisition number W9124D25QA187, mandates a nonpersonal service agreement to facilitate leadership and STEM career exposure for cadets at Fort Knox, KY. Key requirements include meal services, lodging, and facility usage, with specific quantities and delivery dates set for June 1-6, 2025. The document indicates a fixed price arrangement and involves various federal acquisition regulations (FAR) including compliance with service contract labor standards and equal opportunity provisions. The contract emphasizes the importance of small business participation, particularly for economically disadvantaged women-owned businesses. Additionally, it outlines requirements for contractor qualifications, submission of quotes with pertinent information, and adherence to federal standards for reporting and compliance. This procurement demonstrates a commitment to fostering education and opportunities within the STEM fields while supporting small business engagement in government contracting.
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