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U -- READING SKILLS COURSE SOL N00161-98-Q-0003 DUE 101497 POC Mrs. Kathleen M. H. McCloskey (410) 293-3520/Fax (410) 293-5293 The United States Naval Academy is seeking reading skills instruction to be given to approximately 50 students (midshipmen) during two specific periods of time. 2-3 instructors required for each period. The first period is from 12 January 1998 through 30 January 1998 and the second period is from 24 August 1998 through 11 September 1998. The classes will be for 10 days within each time period. There will be no more than 12 students per class. Total enrollment not to exceed approximately 50 students per teacher. Maximum students enrolled will be 100. Pre and post testing of reading comprehension and speed required. Complete written report must be provided to the U S Naval Academy's Academic Center Director within two weeks of course completion. Course sections to be arranged to cover 6 academic periods plus 1 evening period every weekday except Monday, 19 January 1998 and Monday, 7 September 1998. Instructors must meet with Academic Center Director or designate before 12 January 1998 for the first time period and 24 August 1998 for the second time period. All bids must include a detailed description of all course materials including a complete proposed course outline. All bids must include at least three professional references who have first hand knowledge of the reading courses provided. The acceptable bid will come from a contractor with an established record of successful college level course offerings as well as the ability to provide experienced instructors willing to work the long hours required for this type of intense offering. The contractor must provide evidence of student improvement by testing student reading before and after the course. Course evaluation forms filled out by the student and contained in the final report are required. The award to be base year plus two option years. The two option years will have classes during similar time periods. All responsible sources may request a copy of Request for Quotations N00161-98-Q-0003. Fax requests will be accepted. Please state name, address andphone number. See Note 1. (0251)

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