Request for Information - Executive Writing Course
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Air Force is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) for an Executive Writing Course (EWC) to enhance the writing skills of Space Force staff action officers. The objective is to improve the quality, clarity, and effectiveness of executive-level written communication, enabling officers to produce decision-ready staff products. This RFI is for planning purposes only. Responses are due April 14, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
Purpose & Scope
The Government seeks industry input to develop an acquisition strategy for an EWC that supplements the mandatory SAF Action Officer Course (AOC). The EWC will focus on producing decision-ready staff products like EXSUMs and memos. The contractor will be responsible for course development, administration, instruction, and performance reporting.
Key aspects from the draft Statement of Objectives (SOO) include:
- Instruction: Focus on active voice, clarity, conciseness, accuracy, and executive format, including a practicum using the Chief of Space Operations (CSO) executive summary format.
- Delivery: Virtual via Microsoft Teams, approximately once per month, during normal business hours (Eastern Time).
- Content: Address the proposed use of AI tools, but not be AI-centric.
- Administration: Use existing Government tools (ETMS2, Teams, Outlook) for sign-ups and communication.
- Performance: Develop and administer tests (70% passing score) and anonymous electronic feedback surveys.
- Deliverables: Course instruction, monthly status reports, and quarterly data analysis.
Requested Information
Industry is requested to provide feedback on:
- Capability & Experience: Relevant experience in executive writing/leadership communication training, especially with DoD/federal senior staff.
- Technical Approach: Recommended course duration, structure, teaching principles, and measurement of student improvement.
- Staffing: Proposed labor categories, qualifications, instructor experience, and timeline for skill acquisition.
- Delivery Model: Class size, frequency, surge capability, and experience with Microsoft Teams.
- Performance Metrics: Feedback on proposed metrics (e.g., 90% improvement, 95% satisfaction) and alternative suggestions.
- Data Rights: Feedback on Government Purpose Rights and identification of proprietary materials.
- Pricing (ROM): Rough Order of Magnitude for course development, per-course delivery, and annual sustainment/updates, including assumptions.
- Contracting Strategy: Feedback on single-award BPA vs. alternatives, recommended contract structure, and identification of applicable contract vehicles (GSA MAS, agency-specific, etc.).
- Small Business Participation: Business size, socioeconomic status, teaming/subcontracting approach.
- Risks & Assumptions: Key execution risks and recommended changes to the requirement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought
- Anticipated Contract Type: Single-award, Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with a five-year ordering period, utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: April 14, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: March 31, 2026
- Anticipated Performance Start: August 2026
Submission Instructions
Responses should be in PDF or Word format, maximum 15 pages, with a 12-point minimum font. Submissions via email with the subject line "RFI Response – EWC Support – [Company Name]".
Industry Engagement
The Government may conduct follow-on one-on-one sessions or a virtual industry day.