RFQ SOW - National STEM Fest SOW FY-26.docx

STATEMENT OF WORK FOR

2026 NATIONAL STEM FESTIVAL POWERED BY EXPLR PBC, INC.

I. BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVE

In alignment with the Chief of Naval Operations' policy and Navy Recruiting Command’s contract attainment objectives, participation in the National STEM Festival powered by EXPLR PBC, Inc. provides a strategic opportunity for Navy Recruiting Command to demonstrate the Navy’s commitment to excellence as students navigate their path to higher education and explore available career opportunities. The National STEM Festival package will encompass the period of June 24, 2026 – June 27, 2026 to include services to support the U.S. Navy’s recruiting opportunities and outreach venues. The National STEM Festival is a national platform designed to spotlight student innovation and elevate STEM education across the United States. The festival brings together middle school, high school, and early college students who have demonstrated strong interest or achievement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Many participating students represent top STEM prospects from across the country, making the audience academically motivated, future-focused, and highly aligned with advanced technical career pathways.

II. STATEMENT OF WORK/DELIVERABLES

Partnership Overview: Festival Dates June 24 – 27, 2026 | Washington, D.C.

Activation Dates:

· Thursday, June 25, 2026 (VIP Day)

· Speaking Opportunity: Future Builders: College & Career Networking Night delivering opening remarks

· Saturday, June 27, 2026 (Public Expo – 5,000+ attendees)

Activation Footprint:

· 20’ x 30’ Custom Experience footprint.

· Integration into festival flow and crowd routing

· Listing of U.S. Navy as an official Activation participant

· Logo placement on applicable festival materials (as approved)

· College & Career Networking Night Participation

· Scheduling and coordination for one (1) set of opening remarks at Future Builders: College & Career Networking Night

· Run-of-show integration, timing guidance, and onsite producer coordination

· Festival-provided photography (as available)

· Rights to use provided imagery for Navy marketing purposes

{Memorandum ~ Department of the Navy, Office of the Assistant Secretary (Financial Management and Comptroller) dated May 12, 2006 indicates ~ Conferences sponsored by non-Federal entities – non-severable fee: The DON may pay or provide reimbursement for food purchased as a non-severable, non-negotiable portion of a registration or attendance fee}

III. TRAVEL

No travel required for this requirement

IV. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The period of performance is June 24, 2026 – June 27, 2026.

V. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

The Square 1850 K Street NW Washington, DC 20006

VI. GOVERNMENT POINT OF CONTACT

The project manager and technical point of contact are:

To Be Provided Upon Award

VII. NATIONAL STEM FESTIVAL POINT OF CONTACT

To Be Provided Upon Award

VIII. CONTRACTING OFFICE POINT OF CONTACT

Christopher Daubert, Contracting Officer Email: christopher.w.daubert.civ@us.navy.mil

Julia Ledbetter, Contract Specialist Email: julia.h.ledbetter.civ@us.navy.mil

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