TRAINING COURSE MAINTENANCE AND PRESENTATION FOR THE ARMY SECURITY ASSISTANCE ENTERPRISE

Request for Information (RFI)

This Sources Sought notice is issued by the Army Contracting Command-Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG) on behalf of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Defense Exports and Cooperation (DASA DE&C). The purpose is to conduct market research to identify interested parties with the resources to support training product maintenance and presentation for the Army Security Assistance Enterprise (ASAE). Responses may inform future procurement decisions, including potential set-asides for Small Businesses, Full and Open Competition, or multiple awards.

• Develop all new training requirements for the Army Security Assistance program.

• Maintain and update the current course curriculum.

• Conduct courses in either a classroom environment or online.

• Ensure training is complementary to and augments the existing DoW War Security Cooperation University (WSCU) curriculum and is not duplicative.

• Training may vary depending on Army command or organization mission.

• Estimated Period of Performance: One (1) twelve-month base period and four (4) twelve-month options.

• Performance Commencement: September 2026 through September 2031.

• Labor categories may be subject to the Service Contract Act or a collective bargaining agreement.

• Interested parties are requested to submit a capabilities statement.

• Deadline for response: No later than 4:30 pm, EST, 10 April 2026.

• Submission Method: Electronically via email to Ryan T Baker (ryan.t.baker24.civ@army.mil) and Kelsey L Thomas (kelsey.l.thomas13.civ@army.mil) in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

• Capabilities statements must address specific items including business name, POC, DUNS number, ownership type, background, core competencies, technical expertise, experience, past performance, task management experience, technical skills, and suggestions for NAICS/PSC codes.

• Respondents are asked to evaluate the sufficiency of the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) and identify any ambiguities or required clarifications.

• Small businesses must explain their ability to perform at least 50% of the work if a Small Business Set-Aside is utilized.

• Applicable NAICS Code: 611430 - Professional and Management Development Training.

• Small Business Size Standard: $15,000,000.

• Product Service Code: R499, Support – Administrative: Other (Labor).

• Businesses of all sizes are encouraged to respond, but must clearly identify their business size.

• This is for informational purposes ONLY and not a Request for Proposal (RFP).

• Responses are voluntary and not offers; the Government is not obligated to award a contract.

• No funds are available to pay for response preparation.

• Not responding does not preclude future participation in any subsequent solicitation.

• A draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) is attached.

• All data submitted will be protected as corporate or proprietary if marked as such.

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This PWS outlines the requirements for the "Training Product Maintenance and Presentation for the Army Security Assistance Enterprise (ASAE)" contract. The objective is to support U.S. foreign and national security policy by strengthening the military capabilities of allied countries through various security assistance programs.

• Develop new training requirements for the Army Security Assistance program.

• Maintain and update the current product curriculum.

• Conduct training in classroom or online environments.

• Ensure training is complementary to and not duplicative of the Defense Security Cooperation University (DSCU) curriculum.

• Deliver training products at various CONUS and OCONUS locations.

• Task 1: Curriculum Development & Maintenance: Update existing training products and develop new ones to reflect current Security Assistance programs and policies. Ensure curriculum is not duplicative of DSCU training.

• Task 2: Training Delivery: Provide informed instructors for both online and classroom formats. Deliver up to 18 classes per fiscal year, with class sizes between 10 and 30 students.

• Task 3: Technical Support for Training Products: Maintain a secure GovCloud-capable online Learning Management System (LMS) for up to 3,000 students. Provide LMS administration and coordinate registrar functions.

• Maintain staffing for all Key Personnel positions.

• Update curricula within 30 business days of notification.

• Deliver all scheduled and funded training products.

• Achieve an average student satisfaction score of "Good" (4.0) or better on end-of-product surveys.

• LMS operational uptime of 99% during normal duty hours.

• Respond to 95% of student/instructor support requests within 24 hours.

• Submit End of Product summary reports within 5 business days of completion.

• The contract period is not explicitly stated, but training delivery is planned for CONUS and OCONUS locations as necessary.

• Security: Contractor must possess a SECRET facility clearance. Personnel requiring access to classified information must have a SECRET clearance. Other personnel require a favorable NACI.

• Key Personnel: Program Manager, Product Developer/Senior Instructor SME, and Course Registrar & LMS Administrator are designated as key personnel.

• Deliverables: Monthly Status Reports (MSR), End of Product Summary Reports, and a Contractor's Quality Control Plan (QCP).

• Travel: Contractor will be required to travel CONUS and OCONUS as authorized.

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This PWS outlines the requirements for developing, maintaining, and presenting training courses for the Army Security Assistance Enterprise (ASAE) to support U.S. foreign and national security policy objectives.

• Develop new training requirements and maintain/update existing course curricula.

• Conduct courses in classroom or online environments.

• Ensure training complements, augments, and is not duplicative of the existing War Security Cooperation University (WSCU) curriculum.

• Develop and maintain a Quality Control (QC) program.

• Provide technical support for training courses, including maintaining a secure GovCloud-capable Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) online Learning Management System (LMS).

• Develop and advertise a yearly training schedule in conjunction with the DASA DE&C office.

• Key Personnel must be maintained, with replacements nominated within 30 days and filled within 60 days.

• 95% of curriculum updates must be incorporated within 30 business days.

• 100% of new courses must be finalized and approved by the required deadline.

• 100% of scheduled and funded training classes must be delivered.

• Achieve an average student satisfaction score of 3.8 out of 5.0 for instructor performance.

• LMS must maintain 99% operational uptime during normal duty hours.

• 95% of support requests must receive a response within 24 hours.

• End of Course summary reports must be submitted within 5 business days of completion.

• Training to be conducted during normal duty hours (0800-1700 hours, Monday-Friday), excluding recognized holidays.

• Training may be delivered at Red Stone Arsenal, AL; Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD; Orlando, FL; New Cumberland, PA; Detroit, MI; and other CONUS and OCONUS locations as necessary.

• Contractor must possess a SECRET Facility Security Clearance (FSC) at the time of proposal submission.

• Specific personnel require SECRET clearances (Program Manager, Course Developers, Senior Instructors, etc.).

• All personnel must undergo background checks and comply with installation access requirements.

• Compliance with various security directives, including AT Level I training, iWATCH training, and IA/IT training is mandatory.

• The contractor grants the Government a non-exclusive, perpetual license to use, modify, and reproduce pre-existing materials for Government Purposes. Unlimited Rights apply to new deliverables.

• Contractor must participate in a Post-Award Kick-Off Meeting and submit a Phase-Out Plan 60 days prior to contract end.