Percipio Training Subcriptions

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION #:    N0017823Q6824

Submitted by: Amanda Marcella

NAICS Code:  513210

FSC Code:  DA10

Anticipated Date to be published in SAM.gov:  08 June 2023
 

Anticipated Closing Date: 23 June 2023

Contracts POC Name: Amanda Marcella

Telephone#:  (540) 742-5001

Email Address:  amanda.m.marcella.civ@us.navy.mil

Code and Description: DA10 - IT and Telecom - Business Application/application Development Software as a Service

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.   

Synopsis/Solicitation N0017823Q6824 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).  The synopsis/solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Regulation as indicated in the attached SF18.  The SF18 form is being utilized to generate the applicable clauses from the Standard Procurement System. 

This requirement is not eligible for small business set-aside.

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), intends to procure on a Brand Name or Equal basis for a quantity of One Hundred-Eleven (111) Percipio Training Subscriptions and Implementation, developed by Skillsoft, Inc.  See the attached Requirements List.  Skillsoft, Inc. is located in Nashua, New Hampshire. 

As a result of market research and the review of the training subscription offered by Skillsoft, it was revealed that this subscription would be the best training solution to offer employees on current and emerging technologies.  These training subscriptions were determined to as the optimal choice to meet the training needs of personnel because Skillsoft training optimizes skill acquisition, retention, and application through the largest collection of multimodal learning.  Using any other brand name for training would require extensive man hours for market research, testing, and training certifications.  This duplication of costs is not likely to be recovered through full and open competition.

Please include shipping/freight cost to Dahlgren, VA 22448-5114 if applicable. Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) will be utilized for award in accordance with FAR Part 13.  The order shall be firm fixed price.  

All responsible offerors must submit, with its offer, the representation required in paragraph (c) of FAR solicitation provision 52.212-3. Offerors must complete the following representations when the resulting contract is for supplies to be delivered or services to be performed in the United States or its outlying areas, or when the contracting officer has applied FAR Part 19. All offerors may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency.  The completion and submission to the Government of an offer shall indicate the Offeror’s unconditional agreement to the terms and conditions in this solicitation. Offers may be rejected if an exception to the terms or conditions set forth in this solicitation is taken.

At time of proposal submission please submit any historical data as well as published pricing.  Quotes will only be accepted from authorized re-sellers who have provided a Letter of Authorization.  Award will be made based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable.

In order to be eligible for award, firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).  Offerors may obtain information on registration in SAM by calling 866-606-8220, or via the Internet at https://www.sam.gov.

Quote is due 23 June 2023, no later than 12:00 p.m. EST with an anticipated award date by 31 July 2023.  Questions and responses regarding this synopsis/solicitation may be submitted by e-mail to amanda.m.marcella.civ@us.navy.milprior to the RFQ closing.  Email should reference Synopsis/Solicitation Number
N0017823Q6824 in the subject line.

Attachments –

-SF18: Request for Quotations

-Requirements List