SB Set-Aside under Seaport - Shore Operations Training Group Support for CNIC

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to Solicitation N0018926R31040001 modifies the solicitation as follows:

• Response Due Date and Time: Extended from May 21, 2026, at 01:00 PM to May 26, 2026, at 02:00 PM.

• Purpose: The amendment's primary purpose is to answer questions received regarding the requirement.

• Miscellaneous Text Modifications: Several sections have had miscellaneous text modified, including:

  • Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form: Clarifies that the requirement is for SMALL BUSINESS SEAPORT HOLDERS ONLY and that Step One has closed. It also specifies the NAICS/PSC codes, competition type (100% small business set-aside under Seaport PSMAC), and that Seaport PSMAC terms apply. It notes this is a follow-on to Task Order N00189-26-F-W061. It details a two-step solicitation and evaluation process, with Step 2 quotes valid for 270 days. It outlines the Step One (Viability Determination) and Step Two (Quote Submission) processes, including page limits for Step One and response deadlines for questions (April 28, 2026).
  • Section B - Supplies or Services & Prices or Costs: States the requirement is Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) and provides estimated levels of effort for Admin Analyst III and Training Support Specialist II. It also includes a Q&A section addressing various aspects of the solicitation, including the closure of Step One, the unavailability of Step Two competitor numbers, and references to Amendment 0001 for Level of Effort and PWS revisions.
  • Section C - Description/Specifications/Statement of Work: Indicates that miscellaneous text in this section has been modified to CUI and includes the Performance Work Statement. It details the services required, including support for CNIC Shore Operations Training Delivery Branch, N36T, focusing on Mobile Training Teams (MTTs) and Virtual Training Teams (VTTs). It lists specific courses to be delivered and required contractor qualifications.
  • Section J - List of Attachments: Notes that several informational attachments have been added, including Course Information, Delivery Schedule, Shore Training Manual, and Shore Training Plan. It also lists other attachments such as QASP, CAP - FFP, CDRLs, DD1423, and a Past Performance Information Form.

• Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form

• Section B - Supplies or Services & Prices or Costs

• Section C - Description/Specifications/Statement of Work

• Section J - List of Attachments

The proposal response due date and time have been extended. Bidders are reminded to acknowledge all amendment numbers issued. The amendment also provides clarifications and answers to vendor questions, which may impact proposal preparation.

Other / Unclassified

This document is the Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) Shore Training Manual (STM), Revision A, dated March 9, 2022. It implements CNICINST 3000.11A, the Shore Training Plan, and establishes requirements and guidance for conducting training that enhances operational and program-specific readiness at Navy installations.

This manual outlines the framework, policies, and procedures for shore training within the Navy. While not a solicitation or SOW, it provides context on the operational environment and training expectations for Navy installations. Understanding this document can help bidders comprehend the operational readiness standards and training requirements that Navy installations must meet, which may be relevant for future opportunities involving support services, training development, or operational readiness assessments within CNIC.

Key areas covered include:

• The Shore Training Continuum (STC) and its synchronization with program-specific training requirements.
• Responsibilities and roles within the STC program execution.
• The Navy Warfare Training System (NWTS) phases (Requirements, Plans, Execution, Assessment).
• Fundamentals and assessments of shore training.
• Exercise fundamentals, types, and requirements.
• Planning processes for drills and exercises.
• Drill and exercise execution, including safety and communication plans.
• Appendices detailing virtual annexes, planning board agendas, training awards, installation training officer certification, references, and a glossary of terms.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Department of the Navy instruction (CNICINST 3000.11A) dated 9 Mar 2022, titled "SHORE TRAINING PLAN." It provides strategic guidance, policy, and responsibilities for sustaining Shore operational readiness to support the Fleet, Fighter, and Family.

This instruction outlines the framework for the Shore Training Plan (STP) and the Shore Training Continuum (STC), which are designed to ensure a consistent state of high Shore readiness. It details guiding principles, training categories (Capability-Based, Competency-Based, Compliance-Based), and training phases (Basic, Integrated, Sustainment). The document also defines roles and responsibilities for various commands and personnel within the Navy Installations Command (CNIC) related to training execution, assessment, and readiness reporting. It serves as a foundational document for understanding how shore-based training is structured and managed to meet operational requirements and support fleet readiness.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a catalog of various Navy Emergency Management courses offered by CNIC. It details specific courses, their identification numbers, student/instructor ratios, annual convenings, and their primary purpose.

This document outlines training courses related to emergency management, incident command systems (ICS), and related preparedness roles within the Navy. Potential bidders may find this relevant if the opportunity involves providing instruction for these courses, developing training materials, or if the performance of the contract requires personnel to have completed or be certified in these specific emergency management disciplines. The courses cover areas such as:

• Incident Management: EOC IMT, ICS 300, ICS 400, IMT/CAT Member Course
• Emergency Management Program: Navy Emergency Managers Course, EMSLC
• Training Management: Installation Training Officer Course
• Specialized Roles: NEPLO Proficiency Workshop, ROC Crisis Action Team, Command Duty Officer Course
• Exercise and Evaluation: HSEEP Training Course
• Interface Training: EOC/ICS Interface Course

Understanding these courses can help bidders assess the required skill sets or certifications for personnel proposed for an opportunity related to emergency preparedness and response within the Navy.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides the delivery schedule for SOTG LR (Special Operations Training Group Logistics Readiness) courses from August 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027. It details the timing, type, and location of various training courses.

• Start Date: The commencement date for each course.
• End Date: The completion date for each course.
• MTT/VTT: Indicates whether the course is Mobile Training Team (MTT) or Virtual Training Team (VTT).
• Courses: Lists the specific course codes and names (e.g., S-540-1000: EOC-IMT COURSE, S-540-1045: CDO Course).
• Regions: The geographical region where the training will occur.
• Installations: The specific military installation or location for the training.

This schedule is crucial for potential bidders to understand the operational tempo and logistical requirements associated with providing training services. It outlines the specific dates, durations, types of courses, and geographic locations where training is planned. Bidders can use this information to assess their capacity, resource allocation, and potential for participation in these training events within the specified timeframe.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) that specifies the technical data and reports required from the contractor. It outlines the data items, their titles, subtitles, and references to the Performance Work Statement (PWS) or other contract documents that define the requirements.

• Data Item Number and Title: Identifies each specific deliverable.
• Authority: Cites the document (e.g., PWS) that defines the requirement.
• Contract Reference: Links the data item to a specific section of the contract.
• Requiring Office: Designates the government office responsible.
• Distribution: Specifies the addressees and number of copies required (final and draft).
• Frequency: Indicates how often the data item is to be submitted.
• Dates: Defines submission deadlines (first and subsequent).
• Remarks: Provides additional clarifying information, such as "Not separately priced (NSP)".
• Price Group: Categorizes the effort required to produce the data item for pricing purposes.
• Estimated Total Price: Indicates the estimated cost attributable to the data item.

This CDRL is crucial for bidders as it details all the documentation and reporting the contractor will be obligated to provide throughout the contract. Bidders must carefully review these requirements to understand the full scope of work, including administrative and reporting burdens, and to accurately estimate costs associated with producing and delivering these data items. The "Not Separately Priced (NSP)" designation for technical data indicates that the cost of these deliverables is expected to be included within the overall contract price.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for SOTG Support for CNIC, specifically for the Commander Navy Installations Command (CNIC) Shore Operations Training Delivery Branch (N36T). The requirement is set aside exclusively for Small Business Seaport Holders. This is a follow-on requirement to a previous task order.

• Provide professional services to facilitate virtual training, Mobile Training Teams (MTTs), and formal course delivery to CNIC Region and Installation personnel, including leadership and emergency operations watch team personnel.

• Deliver a range of courses including Emergency Management for Senior Leaders, Regional Operation Center Crisis Action Team, Emergency Operation Center Incident Management Team, and others.

• Support curriculum management, exercise coordination, and administrative tasks.

• Personnel must have at least 5 years of combined Navy classroom, team exercise training, and virtual training experience, as well as expertise in Navy Region and Installation integrated training and Emergency Management processes.

• Deliverables include curricula, program integration documents, briefings, white papers, and training evaluation reports.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP).

• Period of Performance: Base year (August 2, 2026 - April 1, 2027) with four one-year option periods.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but travel not-to-exceed amounts are $90,000 for the base year and $135,000 per option year.

• A two-step solicitation and evaluation process will be used.

• Step One: Submit a 3-page description of relevant experience by April 28, 2026.

• Step Two: Viable sources will be invited to submit a technical (non-price) and price quote.

• Question Deadline: April 28, 2026.

• Quotes are due by 01:00 PM local time on May 21, 2026.

• Quotes must be submitted in two volumes: Non-Price Quote (PDF) and Price Quote (Excel and PDF).

• Evaluation will be based on Performance Approach and Past Performance, with Performance Approach being of equal importance to Past Performance. Non-price factors are considered more important than cost.

• This requirement is for Small Business Seaport Holders ONLY.

• Offers will be solicited only from small business concerns. Offers received from concerns that are not small business concerns will be considered nonresponsive and rejected.

• The incumbent contractor is Capstone Corporation.

• NAICS Code: 541330, PSC Code: R408.

• All applicable provisions and clauses from the Seaport PSMAC flow down to this task order.

• Government retains all rights to materials developed under this contract.