Notice of Intent to SOLE Source HFACS Safety Training 2026
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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 United States Property and Fiscal Office for Arkansas (USPFO-AR), on behalf of the Arkansas Army National Guard (ARARNG), has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS) Safety Training. The intent is to award a contract to HFACS INC. (a Small Business Veteran owned company) under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 1901 FAR 13.106-1(b)(1).
HFACS Inc. is identified as the sole provider of certified training for the proprietary HFACS method, which is a mandatory component of the ARNG Certified Accident Investigation Program (CAIP). The estimated value for this training is $24,999.00.
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, interested parties may submit capability statements demonstrating clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Responses are due by March 2, 2026, 1:00 PM CDT.
Opportunity Details
- Title: Notice of Intent to SOLE Source HFACS Safety Training 2026
- Notice Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- NAICS: 541618 (Management Consulting Services)
- PSC: R408 (Program Management/Support Services)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Scope of Work
The objective is to provide specialized human factors training to improve human performance and safety among the ARARNG workforce, utilizing the scientifically validated HFACS and Human Factors Intervention Matrix (HFIX). The training aims to prepare participants for "Certified" HFACS Professional certification.
Key Activities:
- Conduct one intensive 2-day (16-hour) HFACS training seminar.
- Training must be ARNG-specific, focusing on managing human error and integrating human factors into accident investigations.
- Prepare participants for an online HFACS exam and work product submission.
- Award 16 Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) and provide certificates of training.
- Generate and provide attendee rosters and course critique sheets to the Arkansas National Guard Safety & Occupational Health Manager.
Period & Place of Performance
- Dates: March 7-8, 2026
- Location: Hot Springs, AR
- Note: Teleworking is not authorized.
Contractor Requirements
- Instructor Qualifications: Instructors must be HFACS qualified.
- Equipment: Contractor is responsible for providing all necessary equipment, course materials, IT equipment, software, and supplies.
- Compliance: Contractor personnel must comply with installation access, security, awareness training (AT Level 1, iWATCH, OPSEC), and Combating Trafficking in Persons policies.
Response Information
- Purpose: To gather information for planning and market research purposes only.
- Submission Deadline: March 2, 2026, 1:00 PM CDT
- Submission Email: leonard.d.roberson.civ@army.mil
- Required Information for Capability Statement:
- Company Name
- Point of Contact (POC)
- UEI/Cage Code
- Pricing (optional)
- Important Note: The Government will not pay for the preparation of any information submitted. The determination to refrain from competing is solely at the Government's discretion.