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ATTN: V4CONT

1601 E. Fourth Plain Blvd Bldg.17, Suite B428 Vancouver WA 98661

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Amy Kuczajda Amy.Kuczajda@va.gov 208-429-2018

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This is a SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS and is for informational / market research purposes only. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL, QUOTATION OR BID, NOR A SYNOPSIS OF A PROPOSED CONTRACT ACTION. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this synopsis or on any follow-up information. NO SOLICITATION IS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE.

The purpose of this synopsis is to conduct market research to help identify capable, potential sources and to establish if this requirement can be set-aside for small business or other socio-economic programs.

NAICS Code: 611430 – Professional and Management Development Training Small Business Size Standard: $15M PSC/FSC: U099 – Education/Training - Other

GENERAL INFORMATION:

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Portland VA Health Care System, intends to award a base plus four (4) option years firm-fixed price for DISC Assessment Tool that includes signature client Toolbox in order to provide development opportunities.

Signature Client Tool Box

· Curated resources, activities, and exercises to support your innovative use of DiSC for growth and development.

· Using DiSC Virtually – activities to support engagement & learning in your Leader Led Virtual programs that use DiSC.

· Classroom Exercises/Activities – activities, case studies & role plays to consider when delivering DiSC in -person (some can be adapted to use Virtually).

· DiSC Handouts – custom Handouts and Quote power point slide presentation for use with DiSC.

· Agility & Agile EQ – Agility model and activity that works seamlessly when using Everything DiSC® Agile EQ.

· Self-Awareness, Self-Management & Blind Spots – Slides and learning experiences to support better self-awareness, self-management and addressing blind spots with DiSC also includes Quotes slides for inspiration and discussion starters along with exercises to choose from.

· Team Building with Workplace – mini team building modules when using Everything DiSC® Workplace for team development including exercises & handouts.

· Work of Leaders – activities & an inspiration set of Quote slides for use with Everything DiSC Work of Leaders.

· Catalyst – Demo and Tips to facilitate Catalyst the DiSC learning site

· Which DiSC to Choose – charts & summaries to provide insight into which DiSC assessments best meet your development goals and application needs

· DiSC Character Videos – micro learning videos to understand each of the DiSC behavioral styles

· DiSC Research & Theory – Wiley’s research report along with a summary of DiSC theory and Adaptive Testing used in each Everything DiSC® assessment

Reinforcement activities for DiSC- activities/exercises that any individual, team or leader can use to strengthen, reinforce, and expand their working knowledge of DiSC to impact/improve communication, relationships, and teamwork in the workplace.

· DiSC Drag & Drop Exercise

· DiSC Styles Audio Clips

· DiSC Character Videos

· Management Quiz

· DiSC Trivia

· DiSC & Change

· Working Better with Colleagues

· Self-Awareness

· Self-Management

· Blind spots Additional Services:

· Epic Administrative Site: On-going/Unlimited Training, Support and Service via phone

· Catalyst Administrative Site: On-going/Unlimited Training, Support and Service via phone

· Everything DiSC®/The Five Behaviors™/Everything DiSC Catalyst™ Education & Updates: On-going Consultation, Support and Training via phone & Webinar

· Educational Webinars: invitations for current/new DiSC and Five Behaviors™ and Everything DiSC Catalyst™ assessments/programs.

· Personalized Client Webinars

Credits will be used through the Wiley ® EPIC Account internet site of the contractor (https://admin.wiley-epic.com).

Credits will be used to purchase:

· Workplace Assessments

· Management and Leadership Assessments

· Facilitator Guides

· Optional: Additional assessments/guides as needed

Period of performance: 10/01/2026 – 09/30/2026 w/4 one year options

INSTRUCTIONS TO RESPOND TO SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS:

Any vendor interested and capable of meeting this requirement should provide a written statement to the Contracting Officer. Vendor response must include at a minimum:

· Point of Contact

· Business size

· Short Description of Capabilities

· Proof of authorized service provider from the manufacturer

· VetCert certification (if applicable)

· Unique Entity ID (UEI#)

· Tax ID Number (TIN#)

Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence of the Vendor’s capability of meeting this requirement. Please note, responses will be shared within the Government and project team, but otherwise will be held in strict confidence.

Interested firms shall respond to this synopsis no later than 3:00 PM Mountain Standard Time on 08/19/2026. All responses shall be submitted electronically to amy.kuczajda@va.gov

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