Request For Information Accounting Instructors
Overview
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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 Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Corporate University, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified accounting instructors. These instructors will teach the virtual "Fundamentals of Accounting" course for newly hired Financial Institution Specialists. This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are due April 06, 2026, 12:00 p.m. EDT.
Scope of Work
Instructors will provide whole group, instructor-led virtual instruction via Microsoft Teams. The curriculum covers Chapters 1-5 of the "Intermediate Accounting, Enhanced eText" textbook and the "Accounting Fundamentals Study Guide with Supplemental Materials." Instruction will be approximately two hours per day, with additional time for student questions (8 am-5 pm EST, Monday-Friday). The course is scheduled to begin in February 2027, with 5-10 potential offerings in 2027.
Vendor Qualifications
The FDIC is seeking instructors with a Master's degree in Accounting or a related field (preferred), or a Master's with 18 graduate semester hours in Accounting. Preferred qualifications include a minimum of five years' experience instructing accounting for adult learners, demonstrated ability in online teaching strategies, and expertise in financial accounting. Knowledge of Microsoft Teams for instruction is required.
Submission & Evaluation
Vendors are requested to submit documentation detailing their qualifications, experience, in-house resources, any ambiguities in the Draft Statement of Work (SOW), and their interest in proposing. Responses are limited to 5 pages and must be submitted electronically to jemwilliams@fdic.gov. This RFI is for planning purposes; the Government does not intend to award a contract based on this request.
Contract & Timeline
This is an RFI only and not a Request for Proposal (RFP). The FDIC will provide access to the electronic textbook, study guide, and PowerPoint presentation. Course dates for 2027 will be provided upon contract award. Future solicitations, if any, may be invitation-only and not released to the general public.
Additional Notes
Submitting a response is entirely voluntary and does not guarantee participation in any future RFP. Business confidential or proprietary information should be clearly marked.