Metrology Course Instruction
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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 Navy (DEPT OF THE NAVY), specifically SUP OF SHIPBUILDING GROTON, is soliciting proposals for Metrology Course Instruction. This is a Firm Fixed-Price contract for a five-day, in-person training course for up to 20 Quality Assurance personnel. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by May 15, 2026, at 8:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide a five-day, instructor-led Metrology Course for 20 Quality Assurance Personnel from June 8-12, 2026, at Naval Submarine Base New London, Groton, CT. The course must cover Metrology Foundations, Metrology Applications for Engineers & Scientists, Measurement Uncertainty (Theory and Application), and Applied QA Exercises and Capstone. Training hours are 0700 to 1500 daily, not exceeding eight hours per day.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: June 8, 2026 – June 12, 2026
- Location: Building 83, Room 317, Naval Submarine Base New London, 1 Crystal Lake Road, Groton, CT 06340
- Class Size: Up to twenty (20) participants
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 611519 (Educational Support Services)
- Size Standard: $21,000,000
Key Requirements & Deliverables
- Course Content: Comprehensive coverage of metrology principles, applications, and measurement uncertainty, tailored for QA personnel.
- Format: Instructor-led, five-day course with lecture, discussion, hands-on exercises, and QA-specific applications.
- Materials: Provision of course syllabus, agenda, training materials (slides, templates, worksheets), student workbooks, case studies, editable source files, 508-compliant PDFs, end-of-course evaluations, and certificates of completion with CEUs.
- Instructor Qualifications: Minimum five years of metrology teaching experience, demonstrated experience in engineering, defense, QA, or government settings, and U.S. citizenship for base access.
- Pricing: Itemized quotes for course instruction, materials, instructor travel, and any other applicable costs. Pricing must remain fixed regardless of actual attendance (up to 20 participants).
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit a complete proposal package including both Technical and Price Proposals. Technical proposals should detail the instructional approach, agenda/syllabus, sample materials, instructor resumes/certifications, and past performance. Proposals are limited to 20 pages (excluding resumes) and must be in PDF format.
Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer represents the best overall value. Non-cost/price factors are more important than the cost/price factor; however, cost/price remains a significant consideration. Technical acceptability requires a proposed instructor with a minimum of 5 years of metrology teaching experience, demonstrated experience in relevant settings, sample materials, and a complete syllabus/agenda.
Deadlines & Contacts
- Quotes Due: May 15, 2026, 8:00 AM EST. Late submissions will not be accepted.
- Instructor Information for Credentialing: May 22, 2026.
- Submission Email: kyle.r.berg3.civ@us.navy.mil and stephanie.l.neale.civ@us.navy.mil (include RFQ number in subject line).
- Primary Contact: Kyle Berg (kyle.r.berg3.civ@us.navy.mil, 8604331111)
- Secondary Contact: Stephanie Neale (stephanie.l.neale.civ@us.navy.mil, 8604333709)
- Note: Offerors must have an active SAM.gov registration.