SOURCES SOUGHT
U -- Sources Sought � Instructional Services to Support Coach Training
- Notice Date
- 7/18/2024 11:25:15 AM
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- NAICS
- 611430
— Professional and Management Development Training
- Contracting Office
- NATIONAL OFFICE - DO OTPS/TOPS NEW CARROLLTON MD 20706 USA
- ZIP Code
- 20706
- Solicitation Number
- 2032H325N00002
- Response Due
- 8/1/2024 11:00:00 AM
- Archive Date
- 08/16/2024
- Point of Contact
- Angela C. Gallo
- E-Mail Address
-
Angela.C.Gallo@irs.gov
(Angela.C.Gallo@irs.gov)
- Description
- Sources Sought � Instructional Services to Support Coach Training. RFI Number: 2032H325N00002 Notice Type: Sources Sought SYNOPSIS The U. S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury), Treasury Executive Institute (TEI) is conducting market research to determine available sources for a potential procurement requirement. This is NOT a formal solicitation or request for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotes. The purpose of this notice is to obtain information from industry contractors regarding their interest, capabilities, and recommendations to provide subscription services to macroeconomic database. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this request may likely include: 611430 � Professional and Management Development Training. SMALL BUSINESSES ARE ENCOURAGED TO RESPOND. Include whether or not you are a small business; 8(a) small business; HUB Zone small business; service-disabled veteran-owned or veteran-owned small businesses; women-owned or economically disadvantaged women-owned small business; or small disadvantaged business in order to assist the Treasury in determining the appropriate acquisition method, including whether a set-aside is possible. GENERAL PURPOSE 1.0 Purpose Treasury may have an upcoming opportunity for expertise for successful delivery of eleven (11) TEI Associate Coach Training Program curricula. This service must provide all requirements listed in Section 2.1 of this Sources Sought Notice. The purpose of this Sources Sought is to gather information that will assist TEI in planning, formulating, and evaluating contractor capability to provide the service described in the Technical Requirements. TEI are also open to alternative ideas and respondents are encouraged to provide information about alternative solutions that may assist in better meeting future needs. The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM), in partnership with the Chief Learning Officer�s Council, is leading a multi-agency initiative to cultivate a coaching culture within Government agencies. This initiative aims to foster candid and respectful conversations between managers and employees, promote self-reflection, and enhance creativity in problem-solving and performance enhancement. The TEI Associate Coach Training Program, accredited by the International Coach Federation (ICF), is designed to deliver professional-level coaching curriculum specifically tailored for the Federal sector. Participants will gain a deep understanding of coaching's philosophical, historical, and ethical foundations, as well as its application within the Federal context. The program will explore distinctions between coaching and related disciplines (e.g., mentoring, counseling), emphasizing the potential scope and impact of coaching practices. Participants will engage in practical coaching exercises, gaining firsthand experience in applying coaching skills and understanding their impact on clients. This work is currently provided by federal employees and there is no previous contract history for these services.� Acquisition Approach The Treasury has not determined the acquisition approach. Any results of this Sources Sought will assist the Treasury Departmental Offices and the Office of Business Solutions Acquisition (OBSA) Treasury Operations Branch (TOB) Procurement Office in determining an acquisition strategy about how to proceed. SOURCES SOUGHT REQUIREMENTS 2.0 Description of Information Requested This analysis is critical to the Administration�s ability to propose and defend reforms and revisions to the Internal Revenue Code. OBSA TOB is requesting information regarding the respondents� capabilities in providing the aforementioned required. Provide company information, to include: Company name and address; Size of company (number of personnel, total revenue, ownership, parent corporation, etc.); Company point(s) of contact including name, phone number, address, and email; length of time in business; Geographic presence; Company experience in providing valuation services to government or commercial entities;� Provide any pertinent information that will assist us in this assessment. Contract Number and value/capacity; and Available Strategic Contracts (e.g., GSA, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract allowing decentralized ordering, etc.). Please identify type of �ordering� contract (e.g., GSA Multiple Award Schedule, GSA Professional Service Schedule, etc.). 2.1 Technical Requirements/Scope Services include providing comprehensive instructional services for participants enrolled in the TEI Associate Coach Training Program. Key responsibilities include: Delivering designated coaching content using established curriculum and materials through TEI�s online platform. Engaging participants timely and effectively using available technology tools to facilitate interactive learning experiences. Managing online interactions among participants during sessions to ensure productive engagement and knowledge exchange. Conducting thorough debriefs of classroom exercises to reinforce learning objectives and encourage practical application of coaching principles. Applying adult learning theory principles to tailor instructional approaches that optimize participant understanding and engagement. Collaborating closely with TEI to review and refine course content as needed to meet program objectives and participant needs. The contractor will work with the TEI to define curricular delivery and governance and is responsible for all instructional services provided under this PWS and full management authority for all Support for this requirement and personnel assigned to accomplish this work.� The Contractor shall perform all administrative duties at their remote work locations. The contractor shall coordinate and arrange meetings with TEI for initial curricula discussions, and to identify changes required for the curricula or training sessions at least five business days in advance of scheduled session. The contractor shall timely provide and coordinate session materials to TEI. Topics to be covered are as follows: Topic Introduction to ICF Competencies Introduction to T-Grow Model T-Grow Model Practice Ethics Webinar Coaching the Who Competency Review Power of the Metaphor; Coaching for Self-Awareness (GAILS); What Ifs Part 2 Coaching Change and Transition Accountability and Coaching for Closure ICF Competency Review What Ifs Part 3 INSTRUCTIONS AND RESPONSE GUIDELINES Responses to this Sources Sought may be provided through a capabilities statement which shall include the information listed in 2.0 and 2.1. This Sources Sought is for information and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation or an obligation on the part of the Treasury to issue a request for proposal or award a contract. Treasury does not intend to award a contract on the basis of responses nor otherwise pay for the preparation of any information submitted. Contractors responding to this Sources Sought should submit the information necessary for the Treasury to make a determination that the source is capable of satisfying the Government�s anticipated need. Treasury reserves the right to contact individual companies for additional information. This notice does not obligate the Treasury to provide acknowledgment or receipt of all responses received resulting from this notice.� Should such a requirement materialize, no basis for claims against the Treasury shall arise as a result of a response to this Sources Sought or the Government's use of such information as either part of our evaluation process or in developing specifications for any subsequent requirement. Responses should be identified with Sources Sought #2032H325N00002and are due no later than Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 2:00 PM EST. All interested parties must submit their responses via email to: Adam Walsh, Contracting Specialist via email at Angela.C.Gallo@irs.gov. Questions (oral or written) regarding this Sources Sought will NOT be accepted, nor responses to such questions provided. This Sources Sought is for planning purposes only and does not commit the government to pay for the information requested, issue a solicitation, or award a contract. No solicitation document exists at this time.
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- Place of Performance
- Address: Washington, DC 20220, USA
- Zip Code: 20220
- Country: USA
- Zip Code: 20220
- Record
- SN07135216-F 20240720/240718230124 (samdaily.us)
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