Workforce and Training Development Problem Statement
The Department of Energy is seeking solutions to address workforce development challenges within the submarine industrial base (SiB), specifically focusing on developing a robust training pipeline for skilled tradespeople in critical production roles. This pre-solicitation notice, posted by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC on behalf of Bechtel Plant Machinery Inc. (BPMI), aims to identify vendors capable of creating comprehensive training programs for skilled trades including welders, machinists, CNC programmers, and non-destructive testing personnel. The opportunity requires potential respondents to provide detailed assessments of workforce demand, current training capabilities, geographic distribution of skilled trade positions, and future development plans. Respondents will need to demonstrate familiarity with Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program standards and experience in large component manufacturing. A key Q&A session is scheduled for February 25th at 1PM EST, with call-in details provided in the notice, and responses are due by March 10th, 2025.
The pre-solicitation does not indicate a specific set-aside designation, suggesting the opportunity is open to a broad range of contractors and vendors. While no specific award value is mentioned, the scope suggests a potentially significant investment in workforce development for the submarine industrial base. The project targets multiple skilled trade positions across various geographic locations, with an emphasis on increasing productivity and addressing staffing shortages in shipbuilding. The procurement falls under the PSC Category AF22-P for Education, Training, Employment, & Social Services Research and Development Services, specifically applied research. Contractors will need to demonstrate substantial capabilities in developing and expanding training programs that can effectively prepare workers for complex manufacturing roles within the submarine industrial base.
FMP-NNL-0039 Department of Energy
2/6/25, 8:27 AM Thermal Radiation Control by Reconfigurable Emitters based on Textured Materials
NASA/NSSC has a requirement for Thermal Radiation Control by Reconfigurable Emitters based on Textured Materials. NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, IRVINE 101 The City Drive Orange, California 92868-3201 United States under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). It has been determined that UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, IRVINE is the sole provider of Thermal Radiation Control by Reconfigurable Emitters based on Textured Materials. NASA/NSSC will be the procuring center for this effort. Performance will be located at NASA/ Glenn Research Center (GRC).
The Government intends to acquire commercial items and services using the provisions, clauses and procedures prescribed in FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13.
The NAICS Code for this procurement is 611310
Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort in writing to the identified point of contact not later than 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on 7/11/2023. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed effort on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the government.
Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice.
NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at http://prod.nais.nasa.gov/pub/pub_library/Omb.html .
Primary Point of Contact:
Gabrielle Guidry
Procurement Specialist
Gabrielle.r.guidry@nasa.gov
Secondary Point of Contact:
Karen Artis
Contracting Officer
Karen.l.artis@nasa.gov
80NSSC23840669Q National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shared Services Center
7/6/23, 10:28 AM 50 hours of professional support from NXP
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center has issued a solicitation for 50 hours of professional support services from NXP. The support will involve providing technical expertise and assistance on semiconductor technologies, integrated circuits, and embedded systems. Responses are due by April 2, 2024, and the contract will be awarded to the responsible offeror whose quote conforms to the solicitation and is most advantageous to the government considering only cost or cost and other factors specified in the solicitation. The evaluation will use a lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) approach.
This is an open market solicitation with no set-aside. The NAICS code is likely to be 541330 (Engineering Services) and the PSC code is likely to be R425 (Engineering and Technical Services). The period of performance is expected to be from August 1, 2022 through January 31, 2023. The place of performance is not specified, but it is likely to be at the contractor's facility or a combination of on-site and off-site work.
80NSSC24860604Q National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shared Services Center
2/27/24, 10:13 AM AF22--RFI - Integrated Training Support
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
Human Capital Service, Integrated VA Training Support
Request for Information (RFI)
Introduction
This Request for Information (RFI) is issued for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation nor does it restrict the government as to the ultimate acquisition approach. In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract.
The purpose of this RFI is to identify qualified vendors, who are able to meet Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) requirements for Financial Management Support Services. Any contract/order that might be awarded based on information received or derived from this market research will be the outcome of the competitive process. The purpose of this RFI is to obtain market information on capable sources of supply, industry best practices, and input specific to the information provided. The Government is not responsible for any cost incurred by industry in furnishing this information. All costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the interested vendor's expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future Request for Proposal (RFP), if any is issued. Any information submitted by respondents to this RFI is strictly voluntary. All submissions will become Government property and will not be returned. Interested vendors are responsible for adequately marking proprietary, restricted or competition sensitive information contained in their response.
RFI Response Instructions
NOTE: The capability package must be clear, concise, and complete. VA is under no obligation to provide feedback to the company, or to contact the company for clarification of any information submitted in response to this RFI.
Provide the following information:
Provide Company Information:
Company Name
CAGE/DUNS Number under which the company is registered in SAM/VetBiz.gov
Company Address
Point of contact name
Telephone number
Email address
For small business concerns, indicate whether at least 50 percent of the total amount paid by the Government will be paid to firms that are similarly situated.
Brief summary describing your company s technical approach to meeting the requirements, to include;
List any existing contracting vehicles you have with the VA that you would recommend for this requirement.
Does the draft outline provide sufficient detail to describe the technical and functional requirements that encompass the requirement? If NO , please provide your technical and functional comments/recommendations/questions on elements of the draft outline that may contribute to a more accurate proposal submission and efficient, cost effective effort.
Is a Time and Material contract suitable for these requirements, or would you recommend another contract type?
Describe in detail any experience with transitioning, staffing and supporting an enterprise effort for department-wide leadership and employee development policies and programs of this size and scope with the variety of management, administrative, and information technology skill sets required to fully support the complex requirements of this PWS. Include a description of your ability to:
Provide staff with experience in VA domains to support multiple, concurrent deployments in dispersed geographic locations at any of the numerous VA sites across the United States on a timely basis.
Rotate support as required to meet the requirements of a dynamic implementation schedule including ability to adapt to sudden changes in team sizes with ranges up to 50% increase and decrease with minimum notice.
Support multiple virtual meetings on short notice across multiple HCSC efforts with personnel located around the country.
Fully staff the requirements of this high visibility, fast moving project upon contract award.
Describe your company s capability in providing knowledgeable technical experts in human system integration, including applying human systems integration elements to aid in planning, organizing, training, materials, leadership, and education encompassing; personnel, facilities, and policy design; capability delivery; and organizational and operational transformation.
Describe your company s experience with developing strategy, executing action plans, rapidly pivot to support new initiatives as requirements change, Agile prototyping, including; Program Management, Reporting and Analysis, Planning, Leadership Assessment, Webinar, Cohort & Competency Model Support, as well as rapidly standing up a track system, for department-wide mentoring and coaching.
Describe your company s technical approach for developing and managing a Coaching Certification program including:
access to accredited coaches
an industry-standard program design
tracking and measuring progress
communication and marketing
If your company is a Small Business, also include the following:
The intent and ability to meet set-aside requirements for performance of this effort.
Information as to available personnel and financial resources to support a requirement of this magnitude.
Information as to proposed team members, the percentage of work each is to perform and which PWS requirements would be subcontracted.
Responses to this RFI shall be submitted electronically by 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time, December 14, 2020 via email the Technology Acquisition Center (TAC) point of contact Contract Specialist, Amy Schmalzigan, Amy.Schmalzigan@va.gov.
WARNING: Please do not wait until the last minute to submit your responses! To avoid submission of late responses, we recommend the transmission of your response file 24 hours prior to the required response due date and time. Please be advised that timeliness is determined by the date and time an Offeror s response is received by the Government not when an Offeror attempted transmission. Offerors are encouraged to review and ensure that sufficient bandwidth is available on their end of the transmission.
All responsible sources may submit a response in accordance with the following:
All proprietary/company confidential material shall be clearly marked on every page that contains such.
Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) must indicate whether at least 50% of the cost incurred would be expended for prime employees or employees of other eligible SDVOSB/VOSB firms. This should also include the prime planned percentage and if under 50%, the names of the potential team members that may be used to fulfill the 50% SDVOSB/VOSB requirement.
No more than 10 pages (excluding transmittal page)
VA will not be able to grant any extensions to this RFI.
36C10B21Q0052 Department of Veterans Affairs Technology Acquisition Center Austin
11/17/20, 10:31 AM