Wilderness Leadership Expedition- USNA

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a "Wilderness Leadership Expedition" for 8 to 10 senior leaders from the US Naval Academy (USNA). The program aims to enhance leadership skills and initiate organizational change through a practical, experiential leadership development program. The expedition will incorporate activities such as backpacking, hiking, mountaineering, canoeing, and rock climbing, along with coaching focused on the "Immunity to Change" (ITC) leadership model.

• Expedition: One 4-night/5-day wilderness expedition in Olympic National Park for 10 participants.

• Services: Includes transportation to/from Sea-Tac airport, required backpacking gear, food, and two professional wilderness guides.

• Training: Wilderness skills training, "Immunity to Change" (ITC) workshop (or similar), and adaptive leadership sessions.

• Coaching: Eight virtual one-on-one Adaptive Leadership Coaching sessions per individual (10 participants x 80 sessions total).

• Group Sessions: Two virtual one-on-one group sessions with the cohort.

• Guides/Instructors: Two professional wilderness guides/instructors are required. They must be Wilderness First Responder certified, have backcountry emergency training, and at least one must be a military veteran. Specific qualifications include experience leading multi-day expeditions and certification as an ITC workshop facilitator. One guide must have a Master's degree in a relevant field (clinical psychology, counseling, etc.) or 2 Units of Clinical Pastoral Education. All guides must hold a Wilderness First Responder certificate.

• Location: Olympic National Park, Port Angeles, WA 98362. Senior Leaders will backpack along the West Fork of the Dosewallips River.

• Communication: Must have a satellite emergency communication system (e.g., Garmin Inreach, ZOLEO).

• Meals: Provided, with dietary restrictions accommodated.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) purchase order.

• Period of Performance: May 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the solicitation is for a direct award to Reset Coaching, LLC.

• Submission Deadline: May 1, 2026, 10:00 AM Local Time.

• Submission Method: Electronically.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible quoter whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, based on price reasonableness (FAR 13.106-3). The Government may consider past performance if aware of issues with the lowest-priced offer. The Government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right to conduct them.

• Quote Content: Must include a completed price list for each CLIN, supplemental information to support the quoted price, and completed Representations, Certifications, and Other Statements of Offerors if not competed in SAM.

• Set-Aside: This acquisition is listed as UNRESTRICTED.

• NAICS Code: 611430 (Professional and Management Development Training) with a size standard of $14 million.

• The solicitation is a sole source, direct award basis to Reset Coaching, LLC.

• Offerors must submit their best terms from a price and technical standpoint.

• The Government may request additional information to support price reasonableness.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Justification for Sole Source procurement, outlining the reasons why competition is precluded for a specific service.

• Service: Executive coaching workshop for senior leaders.
• Contractor: Reset Coaching, LLC (Cage Code: 9WBA1).
• Description: An immersive, executive coaching workshop for up to ten participants targeting senior leaders, using the "Immunity to Change" (ITC) leadership model. Includes an outdoor setting and eight one-on-one coaching sessions per participant.
• Anticipated Period of Performance: Phase 1: 11-16 May 2026; Phase 2: 17 May - 30 September 2026.
• Estimated Price: Redacted.
• Justification for Sole Source: Reset Coaching is identified as the only vendor capable of providing an immersive outdoor leadership expedition in an austere environment, incorporating training and team-building activities based on the ITC leadership model. The vendor's unique ability to offer a specific number of individual coaching sessions and its alignment with USNA's existing coaching culture are highlighted. The program is also tied to USNA's "MyNavy Coaching" initiative and the "Center for Coaching and Mentoring."
• Compatibility: The service must be compatible with existing systems and is described as a "direct replacement" in terms of function.
• Personnel: The training will be led by a retired U.S. Navy Chaplain with extensive coaching experience.

This document indicates that the upcoming solicitation will be a sole source procurement, meaning only Reset Coaching, LLC is expected to be awarded the contract. Bidders interested in this specific type of executive leadership development service will likely not be able to compete for this opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination (No. 2015-5545, Revision No. 29) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division, under the Service Contract Act. It establishes minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations in Washington Counties of Clallam and Jefferson.

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles.
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing.
• Includes specific notes regarding Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (minimum wage adjustments).
• Details Health & Welfare benefits, Vacation policies, and Holiday pay.
• Provides information on conformance procedures for unlisted classifications.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing services under the Service Contract Act in the specified geographic area. It directly impacts the pricing of proposals by defining the required wage rates and benefits for employees who will perform contract work. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages meet or exceed these minimums.