Leadership At All Levels Request for Information
ID: M67854-24-I-0514Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDERQUANTICO, VA, 22134-6050, USA

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Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

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EDUCATION/TRAINING- GENERAL (U009)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Marine Corps Systems Command (MARCORSYSCOM), is seeking proposals for leadership development services aimed at training 50-60 personnel over a 6-7 month period, with training expected to commence by March 17, 2025. The services required include training courses, assessments, self-paced learning activities, and individual coaching, focusing on at least three of the Office of Personnel Management’s designated leadership competencies such as Conflict Management, Team Building, and Problem Solving. Vendors must ensure that training is delivered in either synchronous or asynchronous formats, providing clear learning outcomes and a comprehensive instructional approach. Interested parties should submit their capability statements within 15 days, and for further inquiries, they can contact Mark R. Sanderson at mark.sanderson@usmc.mil or Alex Diviney at alexandra.diviney@usmc.mil.

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    Marine Corps Systems Command (MARCORSYSCOM) seeks leadership development services aimed at training and developing 50-60 personnel over a 6-7 month period, with training to commence by March 17, 2025. The required services must cater to aspiring and early career leaders, addressing at least three of the Office of Personnel Management’s (OPM) designated leadership competencies, including Conflict Management, Team Building, and Problem Solving. Vendors must provide training in either synchronous (instructor-led) or asynchronous (self-paced) formats, ensuring interactivity and accessibility, particularly if delivered online. Additional requirements include providing clear learning outcomes, a comprehensive instructional approach, and an overview of the vendor’s qualifications and relevant experience. Responses to this request must be submitted within 15 days and marked for proprietary information if applicable. This notice serves as a call for capability statements rather than a formal solicitation.
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