Questions and Answers Spreadsheet - A.xlsx
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- DMDC Technical Training
- Solicitation number
- H9821025QE002
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This file is a Questions and Answers Spreadsheet for a Request for Quote (RFQ) for technical training services from the Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC). The opportunity requires comprehensive virtual technical training for DMDC federal employees, with training delivered through open enrollment individual course seats covering various technical topics such as CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Cloud+, and other technology-related courses. The training must include courseware, labs, test prep, and exam vouchers, with a total of approximately 39 student training seats across multiple technical disciplines.
The solicitation (H9821025QE002) is a new requirement with an all-or-none submission approach, seeking the lowest-priced technically acceptable offer. Quotes are due by 10:00 AM EST on April 15, 2025, and must be submitted via email. All training will be conducted virtually, with one training course per participant. Technical acceptability will be determined by the vendor's ability to meet the requirements outlined in the Performance Work Statement, with specific emphasis on course content matching technical requirements and providing industry certification exam vouchers.
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| File | Type | Posted |
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| Amendment H9821025QE0020001.pdf | ||
| PWS Template_03312025.docx | DOCX document | |
| H9821025QE002.pdf |
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| # | Document | Section | Page | Question | Answer |
| 1 | We would like to know if this is a brand new contract OR if there is (was) an incumbent performing these services | This is a new requirement. | |||
| 2 | Is the organization interested in responses from vendors who meet all tech topic needs via self-paced elearning, which would take the agency in a more cost-efficient direction? | No | |||
| 3 | I saw your post on SAM.gov, and wanted to see if you might have a few minutes to review and discuss a potential “easy button” option from a contracting perspective using the AbilityOne program for FUTURE opportunities? I have attached a description of one contract vehicle that may be an option in the future, but have a couple of others if you or your other contracting officers have time to review? Thank you for your time and consideration! | This is an Request for Quote (RFQ) but not a Request For Information (RFI), where based on Market Research potential vendors do exist in the marketplace. | |||
| 4 | RFQ | Can the Government confirm if there any specific instructions regarding the page count or other requirements for the proposal submission? | Only the Unit Price and Total Amounts are needed per the quantity that is being requested per Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) per Pg. 3-4 in providing the quote. | ||
| 5 | RFQ | Description / Paragraph 2 reads as follows: deliver comprehensive technical training for DMDC Federal employees via virtual environment. Can the Government confirm if delivery is self-paced learning, instructor-led virtual training, or a combination of the two. If a combination, then is it possible to determine what percentage of each Item listed on pages 3 and 4 would be self-paced vs instructor-led virtual? | Reference Section 4.0 of the Performance Work Statement. | ||
| 6 | RFQ | 3-4 | Can the Government confirm if the Quantity listed is the number of students or the number of classes? If classes, what are the estimated number of students per class? | The quantity reflects the number of students. | |
| 7 | RFQ | 3-4 | Can the Government confirm if the classes listed should be private group classes or individual course seats in open enrollment classes assuming instructor-led virtual delivery? Is a combination of both acceptable? For example, 9 people taking CompTIA Security+ at the same time and 3 people taking CompTIA Cloud+ at different times/dates. | Individual course seats in open enrollment classes is acceptable | |
| 8 | RFQ | 3-4 | Is the government open to equivalent alternate course titles if a particular course from the Supplies/Services list is unique to an individual vendor? For example, Artificial Intelligence in the Contact Center is not a common commercially available course such as is CompTIA Security+. | It depends. The course content shall meet the technical requirements in Section 4.0. | |
| 9 | RFQ | 3-4 | How do respondents determine that their suggested course is acceptable and meets minimum requirements of the RFQ? Can the Government provide course overview and/or objectives to ensure appropriate vendor mapping? | Reference the technical requirements in Section 4.0 of the Performance Work Statement. | |
| 10 | RFQ | 3-4 | Is there a requirement for exam vouchers for courses which map to industry certifications such as CompTIA courses, ITIL, CISSP, and Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst? | Yes. Refer to Section 4.0 of the Performance Work Statement. | |
| 11 | RFQ | 3-4 | Can the Government confirm what is intended by Complete Bundle for Items 0003 and 0004? Does this mean the inclusion of courseware, labs, test prep, and exam voucher? | Yes. Refer to Section 4.0 of the Performance Work Statement. | |
| 12 | It appears the numbers listed beside the courses represent the number of participants, but we would like to confirm. | Yes, correct. | |||
| 13 | PWS | How many times is each training expected to be delivered? | One (1) training course per participant.Please refer to Section 4.0of the Performance Work Statement for additional details. | ||
| 14 | What are the intended intervals between each training session? | For open enrollment courses, there should be multiple offerings for a participant to choose from. | |||
| 15 | Is there a maximum number of participants per class? If so, what is the number | DMDC is not requesting its own specialized class, therefore there is no maximum number of participants. | |||
| 16 | PWS | For courses requiring practical sessions, will the client be providing a demo environment? | Refer to Seciton 4.0 of the Performance Work Statement | ||
| 17 | PWS | How often will each training be required? | Refer to Seciton 4.0 of the Performance Work Statement | ||
| 18 | PWS | What is the duration of each training session? | Refer to Section 4.0 of the Performance Work Statement. | ||
| 19 | Will any of the training sessions be in-person? If so, how often will travel be required? | All courses are to be virtual. | |||
| 20 | PWS | The only document that is provided on SAM is: H9821025QE002. The PWS is not included as an attached. Would you kindly advise regarding where we can obtain the PWS? | The Performance Work Statement is an attachment to the solicitation.+ |
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