Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Service contract providing a leadership training program

This Amendment is issued to the Sources Sought Notice to address the following questions.



1. How many courses are estimated each year?



Answer: Up to 60 offerings each year.



2. “The corporate-wide program consists of up to twenty-five (25) participants at each NAVFAC location.â€



• Please clarify the following:

1. Is the target class size 25 participants for each ALDP?



Answer: Yes



2. Is there a minimum class size for ALDP?



Answer: The minimum class size is 20.



3. ‘The Contractor shall provide two self-assessment instruments, the Leadership Effectiveness Inventory (LEI)…’



• Please clarify the following:



1. Does DoN already have the licenses/access for the administration of the LEI?



Answer: No



4.

The Contractor shall provide Aspiring Leadership Development Assessment to enhance participant’s current knowledge and skills to achieve proficiencies included in the DoN Civilian Workforce Development Framework.’



Please clarify the following:



1. Where will the contractor find the current list of proficiencies found is the stated framework?



Answer: The DON Civilian Workforce Development Framework Leadership Competency Model is provided as an attachment.



2. What is the most recent version/date of the DoNCivilian Workforce Development Framework?



Answer: December 2016



5. The Core Classroom Curriculum shall support Department of the Navy Civilian Workforce Development Framework Leadership Competency Model and shall include:’



Please clarify the following:

1.

Is the contactor expected to include the detail below in their response to this sources sought notice?

• Lesson Plans

• Title of the Lesson

• Period of time required to complete the lesson • Required materials • Objectives • Instructional component.

• This describes the sequence of events which will take place as the lesson is delivered. It includes the instructional input - what the teacher plans to do and say, and guided practice.

• An opportunity for students to try new skills or express new ideas with the modeling and guidance of the teacher.

• Independent practice. This component allows students to practice the skill or extend the knowledge on their own.

• Summary

• Evaluation



Answer: No, the detailed information will be required by the solicitation if any.

The capability statement should demonstrate experience in providing a classroom curriculum.



6. Re: “The Contractor shall provide Aspiring Leadership Development Assessment to enhance participants’ current knowledge and skills to achieve proficiencies included in the DoN Civilian Workforce Development Framework.†Is there an existing Aspiring Leadership Development Assessment or is this referring to the LEI or MBTI assessments?



Answer: There is no existing ALDP assessment. The above is referring to the LEI or MBTI or something similar as it relates to DON Civilian Workforce Development Framework.



7. The RFI states “…pilot program outcomes and competencies are aligned with OPM developmental framework…†and “The corporate-wide ALDP shall be aligned with the Department of Navy (DoN) Civilian Workforce Development Framework.†Please clarify if the proposed curriculum for the ALDP is to be aligned with both frameworks?



Answer: Yes, Department of Navy (DoN) Civilian Workforce Development Framework is aligned to OPM developmental framework.



8.

Re: “The Government intends to purchase rights to the material produced in this requirement.†Would the Government be willing to purchase copies of the materials from the contractor, or does the Government want to purchase reproduction rights to the materials? Please clarify what the Government is requesting for “rights to the materialâ€.



Answer: If a solicitation is issued, the Government’s intent is to obtain unlimited rights.



9. Could the Gov’t clarify the number of deliveries planned/scheduled per year?



Answer: Up to 60 offerings. 10 locations x 3 weeks and up to 2 times a year



10. Could the Gov’t provide additional detail about the course/learning objectives for each session?



Answer: Leadership is the process of influencing people by providing purpose, direction, and motivation while operating to accomplish the mission and improve the organization.

The purpose of NAVFAC ALDP is to develop aspiring leaders at all levels regardless of position. The program is designed around competency outcomes identified by the NAVFAC leadership as being of critical importance to developing leaders now and into the future.



Emphasis will be placed on developing the following key competencies:

• Team Building

• Communications

• Conflict Management

• Problem Solving and Decision Making

• Interpersonal Skills

• Customer Service



11. Regarding the requirement for a copy of SAM.gov active registration†will a screen shot suffice or does the Gov’t want a full print out of Reps and Certs?



Answer: A screen shot will suffice.



12. Does simultaneously imply that the company needs to provide up to 10 facilitator/trainers to implement the ALDP or will it be viewed at different locations through teleconferencing?



Answer: There will be no teleconferencing.

The contractor shall be on-site.



13. Is there an incumbent associated with this opportunity? If so, can you please provide the contractor and contract number?



Answer: This is a new requirement.

Amendment to change the Contact Point to Linda Stein; linda.stein@navy.mil

THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP).



This market research tool is being issued for information and planning purposes only and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC), implied or otherwise, to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract. An award will not be made on offers received in response to this notice. The Government is not responsible for the cost associated with any effort expended in responding to this notice. This announcement is for information and planning purposes to determine the availability of sources prior to issuing the RFP. This is not a solicitation, but a Sources Sought only.



NAVFAC Atlantic is seeking eligible Woman Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) capable of providing an Aspiring Leader Development Program (ALDP) for the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) area of responsibility (LANT, Washington, Southwest, Southeast, Northwest, MIDLANT, EURAFSWA, PAC, Far East, Marianas, Hawaii, EXWC, and NCC).

The ALDP is a corporate-wide initiative to inspire employees to become future leaders. The purpose of the ALDP is to develop employees at the entry level. Participants gain the knowledge, skills, ability and confidence to decide whether or not they want to pursue a leadership role at NAVFAC. The pilot program outcomes and competencies are aligned with OPM developmental framework. The corporate-wide ALDP shall be aligned with the Department of Navy (DoN) Civilian Workforce Development Framework. The corporate-wide program consists of up to twenty-five (25) participants at each NAVFAC location and includes General Schedule (GS) and Wage Grade (WG) labor force. The program is projected to be open to all GS-07 through GS-12, WG-07 through WG-15, WL-05 through WL-13, and WS-01 through WS-09.



The foundation of the ALDP shall be geared toward examining employees’ current level of competencies; identifying potential areas for personal and professional growth; activities to enhance leadership skills and team building through assessment; developmental experiences; in-classroom training; and evaluation.





The ALDP shall be developed to consist of leadership assessment; personalized leadership development plans; experiential learning activities; core classroom curriculum and training; leadership assessment reports; training analysis reports; and summative training assessment.



The Contractor shall provide three (3), one-week training sessions that may be conducted simultaneously at up to ten different geographic locations. Classes will be held from 0800-1600, Monday through Friday, five days a week within a six-month period, once or twice per year.



The Contractor shall provide Aspiring Leadership Development Assessment to enhance participants current knowledge and skills to achieve proficiencies included in the DoN Civilian Workforce Development Framework.

The Contractor shall provide two self-assessment instruments, the Leadership Effectiveness Inventory (LEI) and Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Assessment (or other proven assessment method). Similar assessment methods are acceptable as long as data supports industry standards for reliability and validity.



The Contractor shall develop and implement instructional content to improve competencies in leadership development, team building, effective communications, customer services, management skills, and experiential learning. The curriculum and training program may include commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) materials appropriately modified to meet the requirements. The Core Classroom Curriculum shall support Department of the Navy Civilian Workforce Development Framework Leadership Competency Model and shall include:



• Lesson Plans

• Title of the Lesson

• Period of time required to complete the lesson

• Required materials

• Objectives

• Instructional component.

This describes the sequence of events which will take place as the lesson is delivered. It includes the instructional input - what the teacher plans to do and say, and guided practice.

• An opportunity for students to try new skills or express new ideas with the modeling and guidance of the teacher.

• Independent practice. This component allows students to practice the skill or extend the knowledge on their own.

• Summary

• Evaluation



The Government intends to purchase rights to the material produced in this requirement.



Respondents should be Woman Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) under North American Industry System Classification code is 611430, Professional Development Training.

The small business size standard is $11 Million. The Government is contemplating the award of a Single Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract. If a solicitation is issued, the solicitation will consist of a one-year base period and four one-year option periods totaling five (5) years.



Responses to this Sources Sought Notice should reference N62470-18-R-5013 and shall include the following information in this format:



1. Company Name, address, point of contact name, phone number, and email address;

2. Contractor and Government Entity (CAGE) Code;

3. A copy of SAM.GOV active registration. Must reflect Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS), Commercial, CAGE, Reps/Certs, and registration under applicable NAICS.

4. Capability statement displaying the contractor’s ability to provide the services, to include past performance information.

If past performance information is provided, please include only relevant past performance on the same/similar work within the last 5 years.

Please also include in past performance information the contract numbers, dollar value, and period of performance for each contract referenced in the response to this sources sought.

5. Include any other supporting documentation.

6. Detailed information in narrative form demonstrating how your firm would meet the requirements of Limitations on Subcontracting, FAR Clause 52.219-14 and accomplish at least 50 percent of the cost of contract performance incurred for personnel. Ensure response is specific to the work described herein and provide estimated percentages of what work your firm would accomplish for the effort.

Identify subcontracting, joint ventures or teaming arrangements that will be pursued, if any.

7. Please provide additional information that you feel relevant to the solicitation.



Documentation of technical expertise must be presented in sufficient detail for the Government to determine that your company possesses the necessary functional area expertise and experience to compete for this acquisition. Standard company brochures will not be reviewed. Submissions are not to exceed five (5) typewritten pages in no less than 12-font size, excluding numbers 1, 2, 3, and 5 above.



Responses should be emailed to Linda Stein at linda.stein@navy.mil no later than 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST), 20 February 2018.





Late responses will not be accepted.



NOTE: THE GOVERNMENT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CANCEL THIS ACQUISITION AT ANY TIME. THE GOVERNMENT IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY COSTS INCURRED IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROCESS. ALL INFORMATION SUBMITTED IS AT THE OFFEROR’S OWN EXPENSE. ANY RECOMMENDATIONS OR SUGGESTIONS PROVIDED IN RESPONSE TO THE MARKET RESEARCH MAY BE UTILIZED WITHOUT ANY RESTRICTIONS WHATSOEVER OR COST TO THE GOVERNMENT AND MAY BE INCLUDED IN THE PWS.



Proprietary information should be clearly marked. The requested information is for planning and market research purposes only and will not be publicly released. Again, this is not a request for a proposal. Respondents will not be notified of the results.

Please note the information within this pre-solicitation synopsis will be updated and/or may change prior to an official synopsis/solicitation, if any.