Secretary of War's Strategic Thinkers Program (STP)
Overview
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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 War has awarded contract 47QFHA26C0002 for the Secretary of War's (SECWAR) Strategic Thinkers Program (STP) Recompete. This program provides a 12-month master's degree-granting program for mid-career military officers and government civilians, aimed at developing strategic thinkers for key assignments. The contract is incrementally funded, with an initial $10,123.74 and an additional $148,332.26 expected by April 28, 2026. The awardee is not specified in this notice.
Scope of Work
The 12-month Master Degree program is established to develop and produce strategic thinkers for assignment to Combatant Commander staffs, the Joint Staff, and Military Services' Headquarters, in support of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War (DASW) requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Number: 47QFHA26C0002
- Type: Award Notice (for a master's degree-granting program)
- Duration: 12-month program
- Value: Incrementally funded, with an initial $10,123.74 and an additional $148,332.26 expected by April 28, 2026, for a total base period funding of $158,456.00.
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Award Date: April 17, 2026
- Place of Performance: Washington, DC
Additional Notes
This notice is published by the General Services Administration (GSA) on behalf of the Department of War. The initial funding is under CLIN 0001, with further funding to fully fund the base period expected within 5 to 7 business days due to minor system issues.