ERDC - CTE Program - Request for Information
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Justice, Bureau of Prisons (BOP), specifically the Federal Prison System, is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) for a Career & Technical Education (CTE) Program at Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Atlanta, GA. This RFI is for market research to identify qualified vendors capable of establishing and delivering high-quality, industry-based CTE training to inmates, aiming for employment readiness and community reintegration. Responses are due by March 2, 2026, at 14:00 EST.
Scope of Work
The objective is to establish a CTE training center at FCI Atlanta to provide skills and certifications in fields with livable wages and workforce demand. Vendors must specialize in CTE certification instruction and exam proctoring, providing curriculum, instruction, and certification. Classes will accommodate up to 20 students, limited to 6 hours/day, Monday-Friday. Program outcomes must result in national and/or industry-recognized certifications. Example CTE programs are provided in an accompanying spreadsheet, and vendors are encouraged to propose additional programs.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Market Research Only
- Product/Service Code: U008 (Training/Curriculum Development)
- Response Due: March 2, 2026, 14:00 EST
- Published: February 19, 2026
Set-Aside Market Research
The Government is conducting market research to determine the availability of capable small business concerns and to support a potential small business set-aside decision in accordance with FAR Part 19. No set-aside is currently designated.
Information Requested from Industry
Respondents are asked to provide:
- Company Information: Name, UEI, business size/socio-economic status, primary NAICS, SAM status, Federal Pell Grant Qualified School status.
- Capability Statement: Relevant experience, technical capabilities, past performance (within 5 years), staffing approach.
- Acquisition Feedback (Optional): Recommended contract type, suggested NAICS, comments on industry standards/risks, and rough order of magnitude pricing per student.
CTE Program Details (from "Coursework Questions.xlsx")
The attached spreadsheet details specific CTE program requirements, including course length, curriculum publisher, required certifications, hands-on training inclusion, required square footage for coursework/lab, and approximate cost per student. Specific notes are provided for programs like Electrical low voltage fire alarms, Pipe fitter/fire suppression, and TPO Roofing, including instructor requirements and potential Train-the-Trainer options.
Submission Instructions
Responses must be submitted electronically to k2redman@bop.gov with the subject line “RFI Response — 15BNAS26-ERDC-RFI”. Submissions must include answers on the attached "Coursework Questions" spreadsheet and the "Information Requested from Industry" Word document.
Important Notice
This RFI is for informational purposes only. It is not a solicitation, does not obligate the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract, and responses will not be compensated. Responding is not required to compete in any future procurement.