IT Accelerated Learning Programs

Added: Jan 27, 2015 12:47 am INTRODUCTION/DESCRIPTION:



In support of the Administration's priority to connect America's Veterans to meaningful civilian employment, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is developing initiatives to bridge the gap between Veterans' separation from service and their civilian employment outcomes. VA assessed the landscape of information technology (IT) accelerated learning programs (ALP) to determine its potential as an alternative or supplement to traditional education that yields career competitive skills and employment opportunities for Veterans.



The purpose of this procurement is solicit proposals to develop new or tailor existing IT ALPs to meet Veteran employment needs by facilitating appropriate IT certifications. The result of this certification/training will be employment in the IT field with a prospective career path.



SET ASIDE:



This requirement is not set aside for small business.



NAICS:



NAICS Code is 611430 with a $11.0 Million size standard.



ADMINISTRATIVE:



The Request for Proposal (RFP) shall be under No: VA101V-15-R-02865. This acquisition will result in multiple firm fixed-priced contracts. Contract award will consist of one base year, with one option. Specific details regarding this requirement will be provided when the solicitation is issued. VA anticipates RFP issuance no later than February 10, 2015.



This notice is not a request for proposals; this is a pre-solicitation notice to inform all interested parties that The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), will issue a RFP. RFP will be available via FedBizOpps.