Dover AFB - Grief Training
Overview
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Set Aside
Original Source
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force, Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations (AFMAO), intends to award a sole source, firm-fixed-price contract for a two-day professional workshop on advanced grief and loss care at Dover AFB, DE. This Total Small Business Set-Aside presolicitation is for training AFMAO personnel based on the proprietary "Companioning" model of grief care, for which only one authorized source is available. The response date is April 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a two-day educational workshop, scheduled for May 4-5, 2026, at Dover AFB. The instruction must cover the core philosophy and application of the "Companioning" model of grief care, specifically tailored to military death and traumatic loss. The contractor will provide a complete set of digital training materials (workbooks, handouts) one week prior to the event and incorporate interactive elements and Q&A sessions. The training is to be presented by the model's creator, Dr. Alan Wolfelt.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: U008 (Training/Curriculum Development)
- Response Date: April 20, 2026, 3:00 PM Z
- Published Date: April 9, 2026
- Performance Dates: May 4-5, 2026
- Place of Performance: Dover AFB, DE
Special Requirements
The contractor must furnish all expertise, presentation content, curriculum, and digital training materials. Contractor personnel must adhere to all Air Force records management requirements (AFRIMS RDS, AFI 33-322, AFI 33-364, AFM 33-363) and Dover AFB security instructions, coordinating with the AFMAO POC for installation access.
Government-Furnished Property and Services
The Government will provide a training facility/auditorium, standard audio/visual equipment, and a Point of Contact (POC) for coordination. The Government is also responsible for travel and lodging for Dr. Wolfelt and one staff member.
Evaluation
This is a sole source requirement, as the Government has determined that only one responsible source is available and uniquely qualified to provide instruction on the proprietary "Companioning" model of grief care.