Request for Information - Executive Writing Course
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA701426QB008
- Agency
-
District Washington
Headquarters Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 611430 Professional and Management Development Training
- Place of performance
- United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Air Force Headquarters District Washington is seeking industry input to develop an acquisition strategy for an Executive Writing Course (EWC) designed for Space Force staff action officers. The course will focus on improving the quality, clarity, and effectiveness of executive-level written communication, with emphasis on producing decision-ready staff products such as executive summaries, memos, and executive summaries. The Government plans to establish either an IDIQ or BPA contract vehicle to deliver this training virtually via Microsoft Teams. Key requirements include course development, administration, instruction, and comprehensive performance reporting, with the contractor responsible for managing the virtual classroom environment and developing a grading rubric aligned with Space Staff action officer outcomes. Evaluation will be based on capability and experience with executive writing or leadership communication training in DoD or federal senior staff environments, technical approach including recommended course duration and structure, staffing qualifications, delivery model capabilities, performance metrics, and proposed pricing. The RFI deadline for industry feedback and clarification questions is April 21, 2026, with performance anticipated to commence in August 2026.
This procurement carries no set-aside designation and does not identify any current contractors or incumbents. The Government is seeking rough order of magnitude (ROM) pricing that includes course development costs, per-course delivery fees, and annual sustainment or updates, though no specific budget range has been disclosed in the pre-solicitation notice. The contract will be structured as a single-award, firm-fixed-price BPA utilizing simplified acquisition procedures with a five-year ordering period. The Government anticipates 12 baseline course deliveries annually with a minimum class size of 4 students and maximum of 30, plus the capability to surge with approximately three additional courses to support personnel influx. Performance thresholds include 95% alignment of course content with desired outcomes, 90% of participants reporting improved skills, 95% satisfactory instructor evaluations, and 100% on-time course delivery. Offerors should identify applicable GSA Multiple Award Schedule contracts or other existing federal contract vehicles through which they can provide the required services.
Notice text
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Update #2 · Latest ·
REQUIREMENT DESCRIPTION:
The Government seeks industry input to support the development of an acquisition strategy for an Executive Writing Course (EWC) for Space Force staff action officers. The objective is to improve the quality, clarity, and effectiveness of executive-level written communication.
The SAF Action Officer Course (AOC) is a mandatory prerequisite. HQSF/DSK intends to supplement AOC with an Executive Writing Course focused on producing decision-ready staff products (e.g., EXSUMs, memos, executive summaries).
The contractor will be responsible for course development, administration, instruction, and performance reporting.
REQUESTED INFORMATION:
Capability & Experience
- Relevant experience delivering executive writing or leadership communication training.
- Experience supporting DoD or federal senior staff environments.
Technical Approach
- Recommended course duration and structure.
- Approach to teaching executive writing principles.
- Methods for measuring student improvement.
Staffing
- Proposed labor categories and qualifications.
- Instructor experience expectations.
- Timeline to obtain the required skill sets to successfully perform this requirement.
Delivery Model
- Recommended class size and frequency.
- Ability to support surge requirements.
- Experience delivering training via Microsoft Teams.
Performance Metrics
- Feedback on proposed metrics (e.g., 90% improvement, 95% satisfaction).
- Suggested alternative metrics.
Data Rights
- Feedback on Government Purpose Rights requirement.
- Identification of any proprietary materials.
Pricing (Rough Order of Magnitude)
Provide ROM pricing for:
- Course development
- Per-course delivery
- Annual sustainment/updates
- Include assumptions and key cost drivers.
Contracting Strategy Feedback
- Feedback on single-award BPA vs alternatives.
- Recommended contract structure.
- Please identify any contract vehicles through which your company can provide the required services. Include, at a minimum, applicable GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contracts, decentralized or agency-specific ordering vehicles, and any other Government-wide, multi-agency, or internally managed contract vehicles. For each vehicle, provide the contract number, scope relevance, ordering method, and any applicable limitations.
Small Business Participation
- Business size and socioeconomic status.
- Teaming or subcontracting approach.
Risks & Assumptions
- Key risks in execution.
- Recommended changes to the requirement.
- SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
- Format: PDF or Word
- Page Limit: 15 pages maximum
- Font: 12-point minimum
- Submission Method: Email
- Subject Line: “RFI Response – EWC Support – [Company Name]
INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT:
The Government may conduct:
- Follow-on one-on-one sessions
- Virtual industry day (if warranted)
DISCLAIMERS:
- This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.
- The Government will not reimburse costs associated with responding.
- Responses will not be returned.
- Participation is voluntary.
Industry Feedback on the Requirement: Although the Government will make the final determination regarding the requirement, we invite industry feedback on the attached requirement documents. Specifically, the Government seeks recommendations on areas where the requirement could be clarified, refined, or otherwise improved to enhance the quality of the products or services received
Update #1 ·
REQUIREMENT DESCRIPTION:
The Government seeks industry input to support the development of an acquisition strategy for an Executive Writing Course (EWC) for Space Force staff action officers. The objective is to improve the quality, clarity, and effectiveness of executive-level written communication.
The SAF Action Officer Course (AOC) is a mandatory prerequisite. HQSF/DSK intends to supplement AOC with an Executive Writing Course focused on producing decision-ready staff products (e.g., EXSUMs, memos, executive summaries).
The contractor will be responsible for course development, administration, instruction, and performance reporting.
REQUESTED INFORMATION:
Capability & Experience
- Relevant experience delivering executive writing or leadership communication training.
- Experience supporting DoD or federal senior staff environments.
Technical Approach
- Recommended course duration and structure.
- Approach to teaching executive writing principles.
- Methods for measuring student improvement.
Staffing
- Proposed labor categories and qualifications.
- Instructor experience expectations.
- Timeline to obtain the required skill sets to successfully perform this requirement.
Delivery Model
- Recommended class size and frequency.
- Ability to support surge requirements.
- Experience delivering training via Microsoft Teams.
Performance Metrics
- Feedback on proposed metrics (e.g., 90% improvement, 95% satisfaction).
- Suggested alternative metrics.
Data Rights
- Feedback on Government Purpose Rights requirement.
- Identification of any proprietary materials.
Pricing (Rough Order of Magnitude)
Provide ROM pricing for:
- Course development
- Per-course delivery
- Annual sustainment/updates
- Include assumptions and key cost drivers.
Contracting Strategy Feedback
- Feedback on single-award BPA vs alternatives.
- Recommended contract structure.
- Please identify any contract vehicles through which your company can provide the required services. Include, at a minimum, applicable GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contracts, decentralized or agency-specific ordering vehicles, and any other Government-wide, multi-agency, or internally managed contract vehicles. For each vehicle, provide the contract number, scope relevance, ordering method, and any applicable limitations.
Small Business Participation
- Business size and socioeconomic status.
- Teaming or subcontracting approach.
Risks & Assumptions
- Key risks in execution.
- Recommended changes to the requirement.
- SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
- Format: PDF or Word
- Page Limit: 15 pages maximum
- Font: 12-point minimum
- Submission Method: Email
- Subject Line: “RFI Response – EWC Support – [Company Name]
INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT:
The Government may conduct:
- Follow-on one-on-one sessions
- Virtual industry day (if warranted)
DISCLAIMERS:
- This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.
- The Government will not reimburse costs associated with responding.
- Responses will not be returned.
- Participation is voluntary.
Industry Feedback on the Requirement: Although the Government will make the final determination regarding the requirement, we invite industry feedback on the attached requirement documents. Specifically, the Government seeks recommendations on areas where the requirement could be clarified, refined, or otherwise improved to enhance the quality of the products or services received
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Industry Feedback and Clarification Questions (CAO 14 Apr 26).pdf | ||
| Draft - SOO - EWC (31 Mar 26).pdf |
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