Work Ethics Courseware

Quick Summary

The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) is issuing a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) to identify industry capabilities for providing a commercially available, off-the-shelf (COTS), ½-credit, virtual high school course focused on work ethics as a primary life skill. This RFI is for market research and acquisition planning only. Responses are due by May 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.

Scope of Work

DoWEA, responsible for pre-K through 12th-grade education for the Department of War, seeks courseware for its approximately 40 high schools across the Americas, Europe, and Pacific regions, serving an estimated 12,727 high school students. The course should emphasize work ethics, skilled trades as viable career paths, and include industry-recognized certificates. It must be effectively presented to small student populations (18-100 students) in virtual high school settings. The anticipated period of performance for a future contract is September 15, 2026, through September 14, 2031.

Contract & Timeline

• Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
• Anticipated Duration: September 15, 2026 – September 14, 2031 (for potential future contract)
• Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
• Response Due: May 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST
• Published: May 5, 2026

Key Information Requested

Respondents should detail their COTS solution, specifically addressing:

• Course Content & Learning Objectives: How the course delivers a work-ethic-focused curriculum, emphasizes proactive work ethic, balances character development with career pathway exposure, and its core instructional framework. Include specific work ethics and skilled trades presented, and a link to the proposed course.
• Delivery Method: Ability to present effectively to small student populations (18-100 students) in virtual high school settings.
• Assessments & Student Certification: Formative and summative assessments, student value acknowledgments, and criteria for any industry-recognized certificates.
• Instructor Resources & Support: Materials for systemwide implementation, professional learning, and training support for instructors and CTE specialists.
• Technical Support & Digital Delivery: Technical support services, response times, and support for system access, setup, troubleshooting, and updates.
• Security, Compliance, & Accessibility: Compliance with Federal security requirements (e.g., FedRAMP Level 2), freedom from bias, and Section 508 accessibility.
• Data Rights & Intellectual Property: Management and protection of data, confirmation of Government property for data developed, and digital rights for embedded materials.

Response Requirements

Responses, limited to a maximum of 20 pages (excluding pricing), should be submitted electronically in Microsoft Word, PDF, or compatible format. Include company details (name, address, CAGE, NAICS, business type), point of contact, description of organizational capability, link to standards, and approach to addressing DoWEA's needs. Recommendations for improving the Government's work statement are also invited.

Important Notes

This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract. The Government will not pay for response costs. Not responding does not preclude participation in future acquisitions. Industry is also invited to indicate interest in a potential Industry Day for demonstrations and architectural discussions.

Contact Information

Questions must be submitted via email by May 7, 2026, to Ms. London Thomas (london.thomas@dodea.edu) and Mr. Alim Koroma (alim.koroma@dodea.edu). Responses are to be emailed to the same contacts.