FORSCOM Language and Culture Services
ID: PAN019931Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC FDO FT LIBERTYFORT LIBERTY, NC, 28310-0000, USA

NAICS

Language Schools (611630)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- GENERAL (U009)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Defense, through the Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Fort Liberty, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide Language and Culture Services for the United States Forces Command (FORSCOM). The program aims to develop flexible and creative instructional courses that align with the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) proficiency levels, enhancing the language proficiency and cultural competence of military personnel. This initiative is critical for preparing service members for duty-related engagements and ensuring effective communication in diverse operational environments. Interested firms must submit capability statements by November 18, 2024, to the designated Contract Specialists, Andrena Zamor and John Machine, whose contact details are provided in the notice.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Andrena ZamorContract Specialist
    (910) 908-3469
    andrena.s.zamor.civ@army.mil
    John MachineContracting Officer
    john.j.machine.civ@army.mil
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    The document outlines a non-personal services contract for providing Language and Culture Services to the United States Army Forces Command (FORSCOM). The contractor is responsible for delivering a comprehensive range of services, including instruction, curriculum development, and translation or interpretation, both in-person and virtually. The program aims to enhance the cultural competence and language proficiency of military personnel, with all training aligned with the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) proficiency standards. Key objectives include ensuring participants achieve the Army's language proficiency goals and increasing cultural awareness before military engagements. The contractor must provide qualified personnel with robust experience in adult education and military operations. Quality control standards and oversight by a designated Contracting Officer Representative (COR) are critical for maintaining service quality and contractual compliance. Contractors must adhere to specific security protocols, undergo mandatory training, and maintain ethical guidelines regarding sensitive information. Overall, this contract exemplifies the government's commitment to enhancing linguistic capabilities within the Department of Defense in response to global engagement demands.
    The document is a Sources Sought Synopsis issued by the Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Fort Liberty, aimed at gathering industry input regarding a potential requirement for a language and culture training program for United States Forces Command (FORSCOM). The notice is a preliminary step for market research and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to contract. The focus is on identifying qualified small business firms capable of meeting the needs outlined under the NAICS code 611630 for language schools, with a size standard of $20.5 million. Key objectives of the program include developing flexible and creative instructional courses that align with the Interagency Language Roundtable proficiency levels. The contractor must integrate culturally relevant materials and modern technologies into lessons to stimulate effective learning environments. Furthermore, the Sources Sought Notice invites interested businesses to submit capability statements detailing their qualifications, experience, and socioeconomic classifications, among other criteria. Responses are due by November 18, 2024, and should be directed to the specified Contract Specialists. The government emphasizes that this notice does not require any proposals or quotes at this stage.
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