Military to MSC Mariner Pathway

The Department of the Navy's Military Sealift Command (MSC) is seeking a contractor to implement the Military to Sealift Command (M2MSC) Mariner Credentialing Program, which aims to help active-duty and veteran military personnel obtain merchant mariner credentials. The program will support up to 250 candidates per contract year in converting their military maritime credentials into U.S. Coast Guard recognized qualifications. Key contract requirements include developing a credentialing software dashboard, providing personalized career guidance, tracking candidate progress, and offering one-on-one assistance throughout the credentialing process. Interested vendors must submit a detailed capability statement by May 9, 2025, at 5:00 PM local time to Jordan Castellat via email. The capability statement should include organizational details, business capabilities, compliance information, teaming arrangements, and available resources.

The procurement is classified under NAICS code 611710 for Educational Support Services, with a size standard of $24 million, and currently has no specific set-aside designation. The contract will span five years, from August 2025 to July 2030, consisting of a base year and four option years. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the size standard suggests potential contract values up to $24 million. The procurement is currently in a market research phase to help the contracting officer develop the procurement strategy, including potential future small business set-asides. The program will utilize an online dashboard accessible to Military Sealift Command personnel and will focus on creating personalized pathways for maritime credential conversion, with comprehensive support from initial enrollment through application submission to the National Maritime Center.