Confined space safety and confined space safety refresher

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is seeking a contractor to provide Confined Space Safety training services for the Naval Safety and Environmental Training Center (NAVSAFENVTRACEN) in Norfolk, VA. The contract will involve delivering comprehensive instruction for Occupational Health Training Department courses, with a focus on training Confined Space Program Managers, Gas Free Engineers, and their assistants in establishing and managing maritime and non-maritime confined space entry programs. Instructors must possess specific qualifications, including a four-year degree, relevant certifications, at least five years of professional experience, and three years of teaching experience. Evaluation criteria will likely include technical expertise, instructional capabilities, and the ability to meet stringent course objectives, which include defining confined space characteristics, understanding safety protocols, and demonstrating comprehensive knowledge of gas testing and personal protective equipment. Interested businesses must submit a six-page Statement of Capabilities electronically by 12:00 PM Norfolk, VA Local Time on March 28, 2025.

The contract opportunity is set aside for total small businesses under NAICS code 611699 (All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction) with a size standard of $16.5 million. The anticipated contract structure includes a twelve-month base period with four additional 12-month option periods and a potential six-month extension. The training program is projected to deliver approximately 44 total courses over fiscal years 2026-2030, with 8 courses per year and a maximum class size of 25 students. Course requirements include rigorous testing standards, with minimum passing scores of 90% for Gas Free Engineers and 80% for Confined Space Program Managers. While no incumbent contractors are specifically named, the contract will be awarded as a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and requires contractors to have a Secret facilities clearance, be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM), and demonstrate recent relevant experience in technical training services.