Process Safety Management training course
Overview
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PSC
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Original Source
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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 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center (NSSC) intends to issue a sole source contract for a Process Safety Management (PSM) training course for employees at NASA Glenn Research Center. While the intent is to award to Georgia Institute of Technology, other interested organizations are invited to submit their capabilities to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted. Responses are due by June 18, 2026, at 4:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for an instructor-led training course on Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous and Explosive Chemicals. The 4.5-day course will cover:
- Overview of the 14 elements of PSM, including its history, coverage, and exemptions.
- Guidance on the PSM team process and designing a PSM program.
- Integration of PSM with EPA Risk Management Plans (RMP), including development and submission.
- A case study for designing a PSM program.
- Course materials and presentations must align with OSHA regulation 29 CFR 1910.119.
- Training will be provided to 20 attendees, including notebooks, online access, and a post-course assessment to ensure understanding.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Intent (Commercial items/services under FAR Part 12).
- Intended Awardee: Georgia Institute of Technology.
- NAICS Code: 611310 (Educational Services).
- PSC: U002 (Personnel Testing).
- Performance Period: June 22 - June 26, 2026 (4.5 days of instruction).
- Place of Performance: NASA Glenn Research Center's Neil A. Armstrong Test Facility, 3597 E. Scheid Rd, Sandusky, OH 44870.
- Response Due: June 18, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Standard Time.
- Published: June 16, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested organizations must submit written capabilities and qualifications to the identified point of contact. Submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if a competitive procurement is justified. Oral communications are not acceptable.
Additional Notes
NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The primary point of contact is Laura Quave, Procurement Specialist II, at laura.a.quave@nasa.gov.