Jackson Public Schools STEM

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To establish a non-personal service contract for a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education Program for selected Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) Cadets. The program aims to introduce cadets to STEM career opportunities, provide exposure to college environments and STEM curricula, and inspire them to pursue STEM-related education and careers.

• Provide a residential experience for 360 Cadets and 24 Cadre over six one-week cycles from June 1 to July 17, 2026.

• Each cycle will host 60 Cadets and 4 Cadre per cycle on a university campus.

• Offer STEM introductory and familiarization in Electrical Engineering, Meteorology, Agriculture, Drone Lab, Geo Science, and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

• Provide meals, lodging, and all transportation.

• Include hands-on activities in the university's Engineering Laboratory, tours of STEM programs, development of a STEM Leadership Project, Problem-Based Learning activities, site visits to STEM-related work sites, team building, and leadership development activities.

• Lodging: Dormitory lodging for 60 Cadets and 4 Cadre per cycle, with separate accommodations for male and female cadets and cadre.

• Billeting: Separate floors/buildings for male and female cadets, with separate restrooms and showers.

• Security: Minimum of one recording security camera at entry/exit points, recordings kept for 30 days.

• Meals: Two hot meals and one evening snack on day one; three hot meals and two evening snacks on days two-four; two hot meals and one snack on day five. Total meals for six cycles: 4,680; total snacks: 2,880.

• Transportation: Vehicle must transport 64 personnel (60 Cadets and 4 Cadre).

• Registration: Provide administrative capability for in/out-processing, lodging assignment, team assignment, and maintenance of parent permission documents.

• Curriculum: Provide STEM Exploration Orientation Program, hands-on activities, guest speakers, physical fitness, and social activities.

• College Mentors: At least six upper-level college students to coach/mentor groups of 8-10 Cadets.

• Quality Control: Contractor's existing QA system to be utilized; QCP copy due within 5 calendar days of award.

• Quality Assurance: Government will evaluate performance per QASP.

• Period of Performance: June 1, 2026 – July 17, 2026.

• Place of Performance: Contractor's location, co-located at a selected Institute of Higher Learning.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price service contract.

• Contractor must be a regionally accredited public institution with established STEM and ROTC programs.

• Contractor shall accept any qualified JROTC Cadet.

• Post-training assessment to determine cost-effectiveness.

• Adherence to applicable publications including Cadet Command Regulation 145-2 and DA PAM 30-22.

• Recognized holidays will result in deadlines shifting to the closest workday prior.

• Operating Hours: 5:30 AM - 7:30 PM CST, with at least 8 hours of sleep for Cadets.

• Deliverables include Quality Control Plan, POC for Program Manager, Post Training Assessment, Invoice, Menu, and Curriculum.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, identified as W9124D26QA245, is for the "Jackson Public Schools STEM" opportunity. The government is procuring services to provide a residential Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) experience for 360 Cadets.

• Provision of lodging, meals, and in-and-around transportation.

• Development and execution of a STEM experience program.

• Support staff, including instructional staff and cadre.

• The program will consist of six cycles, each lasting five days, accommodating 60 Cadets and four Cadre per cycle.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but the pricing arrangement is "Firm Fixed Price" for both the STEM camp and meals/snacks.

• Period of Performance: June 1, 2026, to July 17, 2026.

• Questions Due: May 27, 2025, 10:00 AM Eastern Time.

• Quotes Due: May 28, 2026, 10:00 AM Eastern Time.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to Kristy Mattingly at kristy.n.mattingly.civ@army.mil.

• Quotes must be submitted on a complete SF 1449 form, including individual CLIN unit pricing.

• Late or faxed quotes will not be accepted.

• Award will be made to the lowest priced, responsive quote from a responsible offeror.

• Evaluation will be based on price and other factors, with the specific factors to be detailed in the solicitation.

• This acquisition is set aside for Unrestricted competition.

• North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code: 611310.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including those related to evaluation, instructions to offerors, and contract administration.

• A Performance Work Statement (PWS) is included and referenced for detailed requirements.

• Wage determinations are also incorporated by reference.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Wage Determination issued under the Service Contract Act (SCA). It lists various occupations and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits applicable to federal service contracts within specific counties of Mississippi. The document includes detailed occupational codes, titles, and rates, as well as information on health and welfare benefits, vacation, and holidays.

This wage determination is crucial for potential bidders on federal service contracts in the specified Mississippi counties. It outlines the minimum labor costs that must be factored into proposals, ensuring compliance with federal labor laws. Bidders must consult this document to accurately price their bids and understand their obligations regarding employee wages and benefits.