B08_-_Adaptive_Leadership_SOW_2024.pdf

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STATEMENT OF WORK

Advanced Leadership Development Program

Training Loca�on:

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

Na�onal Conserva�on Training Center Division of Training

698 Conserva�on Way Shepherdstown, WV 25443

Background:

The Division of Training, Na�onal Conserva�on Training Center (NCTC), of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) in Shepherdstown, WV is seeking and experienced subject mater expert for instruc�on in Adap�ve Leadership for the Advanced Leadership Development Program (ALDP). ALDP is scheduled to take place in calendar year 2024: The Adap�ve Leadership session is scheduled for January 29, 2024 thru January 31, 2024.

The Advanced Leadership Development Program is the flagship leadership training for the Service to develop leaders at the highest level. The program is designed to be a highly immersive experience that challenges par�cipants to grow personally and professionally through the use of adap�ve leadership.

This contract is for 12 months with the op�on to con�nue the contract for 4 addi�onal years for a total of five years.

Scope of Work I. General Descrip�on Listed below is a descrip�on of the training and consulta�on services to be provided for the Na�onal Conserva�on Training Center’s Advanced Leadership Development Program (ALDP):

• Prior to the in-person session, design and delivery of one full day of virtual adaptive leadership train-the-trainer sessions for ALDP coaches on or before January 19, 2024.

• Design and co-facilitation of 3 days of in-person adaptive leadership training sessions for the ALDP participants to be scheduled on January 29-31, 2024.

• After the in-person session, design and co-facilitation of one full day of virtual adaptive leadership training sessions for ALDP participants on or before April 1, 2024.

II. Responsibili�es Contractor Responsibili�es:

The contractor will develop and instruct a one-day of adap�ve leadership train-the-trainer sessions for ALDP coaches. The session will be presented in a virtual pla�orm. This session will prepare the ALDP coaches to coach the par�cipants through the upcoming program. The contractor will develop and instruct a half-day of adap�ve leadership introduc�on session for ALDP par�cipants. The session will be presented in a virtual pla�orm. This session will introduce the ALDP par�cipants to the adap�ve leadership principles. The contractor will develop and

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Contractor Deliverables:

1. The contractor will develop an outline for all three sessions and provide a copy to the responsible course leader one month prior to the scheduled session dates. Guidance will be provided by the responsible course leader and other instructors regarding the contents of the session and how it should integrate with other sec�ons of the program.

2. The contractor will work directly with the responsible course leader on issues such as travel, training facili�es, course materials and supplies, and any other issues involving delivery of the training. Final notebook materials, including presenta�on slides, references, and exercises will be provided to the course leader three weeks prior to the program.

3. The contractor will deliver training pursuant to their assigned agenda segments in a manner that follows the applica�on of adult learning principles and experien�al learning techniques.

The contractor will prac�ce classroom management skills. Training will be delivered to increase the par�cipants’ knowledge and skills in each of the areas targeted for instruc�on. Instructor effec�veness will be measured through par�cipant course evalua�ons and classroom observa�on by the respec�ve course leader.

4. Within seven days of comple�on of the training, the contractor will provide the NCTC a brief report on how the training went, including any significant issues and/or concerns.

NCTC Responsibili�es: The responsible course leader will:

1. Provide contractor with all necessary informa�on and materials for training delivery, including par�cipant rosters, par�cipant background surveys, and logis�cal informa�on.

2. Provide prin�ng of approved course manual and materials (including presenta�on slides, reference materials, exercises, and agendas).

3. Provide training facility to include classroom and audio-visual equipment for in-person session and provide on-line pla�orm and management for virtual sessions.

4. Provide the contractor with a narra�ve summary of the student course evalua�ons four weeks following the course.

Contractor Travel:

Travel costs will be reimbursed only to the extent permited by FAR 31.205-46. Contractor reimbursement expense reports shall be prepared and processed in accordance with the Federal Travel Regula�on (FTR) as prescribed by the General Services Administra�on (GSA) and the per diem rates for each locality visited. Addi�onally, the contractor’s lodging may not exceed the Federal Government’s per diem rate. Receipts for travel expenses claimed must accompany the contractor’s invoice. Per Diem rates can be found at the following site:

htps://www.gsa.gov/travel/plan-book/per-diem-rates.

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Travel dates for the in-person session are as follows: Arrival to NCTC on Sunday, January 28, 2024 and departure from NCTC by Thursday, February 1, 2024.

III. Contractor Qualifica�ons:

To be considered for award of this contract, the Contractor (collec�vely with any subcontractor(s) being used to fulfill this requirement, if applicable) must possess the following qualifica�ons:

• A minimum of 10 years documented experience and knowledge delivering adap�ve leadership training

• A minimum of 10 years documented experience facilita�ng learning using case-in-point methodology

• Cer�fied Immunity to Change facilitator

Rights in Data: The Government shall have unlimited rights in all data and materials produced and delivered in the performance of this contract. The Contractor shall not assert or authorize others to assert any claim to copyright any data delivered or produced in the performance of this contract, without prior writen permission of the Contrac�ng Officer (Reference FAR 52.227-17 Rights in Data – Specia Works).

IV. Evalua�on Factors:

All quotes received will be evaluated based upon the following factors:

1. Documented exper�se in facilita�ng adap�ve leadership using case-in-point methodology.

2. Documented experience in instruc�onal design and coopera�ve interac�on with an instructor team and course coordinators.

3. Documented ability to instruct and assist students in reaching the objec�ves of this program.

4. Past performance on projects similar in size and scope to this requirement.

V. Technical Point of Contact:

Technical point of contact/responsible course leader will be provided upon award.

VI. Submital Instruc�ons Proposal Format and Instruc�on Contractors shall provide all of the following informa�on when responding to the Request for Quota�on in order for the quote to be accepted:

1. Technical Proposal - Provide a technical proposal that addresses your experience and understanding of the requirement and your planned approach to achieve the goals as described in the SOW.

2. Resume - Document educa�on, qualifying experience, and capabili�es. Experience must have been completed within the past three (3) years and be similar in size and complexity to those stated in the Scope of Work. Government contracts are preferred;

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3. References - At least three (3) references must be provided and must include the following informa�on:

Contract Number (if applicable):

Total Contract $ Value:

Point of Contact (POC) Name:

POC Telephone #:

POC E-mail address:

Contract Start and End Date:

Scope of Project: (Provide sufficient detail for the Government to perform an evalua�on)

4. Price/Quote – Provide a quote with two (2) separate line items, (1) Cost of Services and

(2) Travel Expenses. Your quote must include your Unique En�ty ID, Company Name, Address, Point of Contact (POC), POC email & phone number.

Travel Expenses – Es�mated travel expense list must be itemized to show each expense, ie; airfare, hotel, parking, rental car, etc.

Note: Travel costs will be reimbursed only to the extent permited by FAR 31.205-46.

Contractor reimbursement expense reports shall be prepared and processed in accordance with the Federal Travel Regula�on (FTR) as prescribed by the General Services Administra�on (GSA) and the per diem rates for each locality visited.

Addi�onally, the contractor’s lodging may not exceed the Federal Government’s per diem rate. Receipts for travel expenses claimed must accompany the contractor’s invoice. Per Diem rates can be found at the following site:

htps://www.gsa.gov/travel/plan-book/per-diem-rates.