Outward Mindset PHNSY
Overview
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PSC
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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 Navy, Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PHNSY & IMF), has awarded a Firm Fixed-Price Task Order to The Arbinger Company for Outward Mindset training and sustainment support. This award, valued at $908,486.95, was made under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 3406(C)(2), justifying a sole-source acquisition due to the proprietary nature of the services.
Scope of Work
This contract provides comprehensive Outward Mindset training services and sustainment support at JBPHH, HI. Key services include:
- On-site observation and feedback for Developing & Implementing an Outward Mindset (DIOM) and Outward Leadership (OL) courses.
- Leader Implementation Series for specified leaders and groups.
- On-site Operational Application sessions for designated groups.
- On-site implementation services for monthly Strategic Working Sessions.
- Provision of Arbinger-developed training materials and product updates.
- Facility site visits to assess program sustainment efforts and reinforce methodologies.
Contract Details
- Awardee: The Arbinger Company
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price Task Order (against GSA HCaTS Small Business- Pool 1 IDIQ)
- Total Value: $908,486.95
- Period of Performance:
- Base Period: June 8, 2026 – June 7, 2027 ($543,777.07)
- 6-Month Option Period: June 8, 2027 – December 7, 2027 ($377,659.21)
- Product Service Code: U099 (Other Education And Training Services)
- Place of Performance: JBPHH, HI 96860, United States
Justification for Sole Source
The acquisition was justified under 10 U.S.C. 3406(C)(2) because The Arbinger Institute is the only source capable of providing the unique, proprietary Outward Mindset training system, materials, and certified facilitators. Market research confirmed that no other vendors are authorized to deliver this specific curriculum, and awarding to an alternative would result in duplication of investment, loss of capability, and operational delays for PHNSY & IMF.
Future Competition
PHNSY & IMF currently has no plans to compete future contracts for these services but will assess feasibility if another potential source emerges.