Western Association Of Schools And Colleges

Western Association Of Schools And Colleges (WASC) is a non-profit organization that serves as a regional accreditation body for educational institutions, primarily focusing on colleges, universities, and higher education establishments in California, Hawaii, Guam, and the Pacific Basin. The organization operates through its subsidiary, the Wasc Senior College & University Commission, which provides critical accreditation services to both civilian and military educational institutions. WASC plays a crucial role in maintaining educational quality and standards by evaluating and certifying the academic integrity of various educational programs.

Through its federal contract awards, WASC has consistently provided accreditation and membership dues services to the Department of the Navy, specifically the Naval Education and Training Command (NETC). The organization's federal contracts, which have been firm fixed-price purchase orders ranging from $18,000 to $42,461, primarily support the Naval Postgraduate School's accreditation maintenance. These contracts ensure that the Naval Postgraduate School can continue offering military officer and civilian educational programs while maintaining its accredited status. The contracts have no specific set-aside designations and have been consistently awarded as annual dues and maintenance fees. Each contract typically covers a fiscal year period, with completion dates ranging from June 30, 2022, to June 30, 2025, demonstrating a stable and ongoing relationship with the Department of the Navy for accreditation services.