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Behavioral Science & Instructional Design Research

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Response Deadline01/25/2031, 11:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for the Department of Defense Nawc Training Systems Division focuses on Behavioral Science and Instructional Design Research. The selected provider will perform empirical research to develop psychological and instructional frameworks for prime contractors on training projects. Key responsibilities include conducting task analysis, designing simulation-based assessment strategies, and creating adaptive feedback and After-Action Review strategies. The project requires PhD-level expertise in Psychology or Instructional Science and necessitates IRB approval for all human subject research. Deliverables consist of comprehensive research reports and assessment frameworks. Performance will take place in Orlando, with a response deadline of January 25, 2031.

General Info

DoD subcontract for behavioral science and instructional design research in Orlando by January 2031.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Nawc Training Systems DivisionView Agency

NAICS

541720 - Research and Development in the Social Sciences and HumanitiesView NAICS

Place of Performance

Orlando, FL, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of N61340-26-S-0001.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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A-- NAWCTSD R&D Broad Agency Announcement

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PostedMay 14

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Response DeadlineJan 25

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01/25/2031, 11:00:00 PM UTCin over 4 years

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Nawc Training Systems Division

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Performs empirical research and develops psychological and instructional frameworks for prime contractors on NAWCTSD training projects. Conducts task analysis, designs simulation-based assessment strategies, and develops adaptive feedback and After-Action Review (AAR) strategies. Requires PhD-level expertise in Psychology or Instructional Science and IRB approval for human subject research. Delivers research reports and assessment frameworks.

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