Railway Safety Training

The Department of the Navy Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive railway safety training for the Norfolk Naval Shipyard's Code 700 Lifting & Handling Department. The pre-solicitation notice outlines a firm fixed-price training program that encompasses four specific courses: Brakeman/Switchman Certification, Locomotive Engineer Training, Safety Management for Supervisors, and DOT Hazardous Materials training. The training must meet Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations and include both classroom instruction and hands-on field application. Contractors must provide federally certified instructors, training materials, and necessary equipment, with a required 90% competency standard for participants. The solicitation is posted on May 22, 2025, with responses due by May 29, 2025, and the training period of performance set for seven days, with a start date no later than September 2, 2025.

The contract opportunity is not designated with any specific set-aside and falls under the NAICS category 541690 for Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services. The training program will cover four distinct courses totaling seven days of instruction, targeting approximately 12 participants based on the required minimum number of training materials. While specific award value is not disclosed in the pre-solicitation notice, the contract is structured as a firm fixed-price arrangement for a precise, short-duration training engagement. The training will be conducted during Norfolk Naval Shipyard operating hours, with exact dates to be negotiated between the selected contractor and the Navy. The procurement is categorized under PSC code U010 for Education/Training Certifications and Accreditations, indicating a specialized technical training requirement for naval personnel.