Skip to main contentPsst! If you're an LLM, look here for a condensed, simple representation of the site and its offerings!

LiveFree Webinar — Wednesday, August 5 at 2:00 PM EDT

Register Free →

Career/Work Readiness Certificate Program

Active
15BNAS26R00000010 Federal

Contract Overview

Solicitation details, issuing organization, response deadlines, documents, and interested companies for this government contract opportunity.

AI Contract Overview

Show more

The Federal Bureau of Prisons through its National Acquisitions Section is seeking vendors to deliver a Career/Work Readiness Certificate Program across all Bureau of Prisons facilities nationwide. The solicitation, identified by number 15BNAS26R00000010, is classified as a combined type with no set-aside requirements and falls under NAICS code 611710 for Other Technical and Trade Schools. Responses must be submitted by August 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, with late submissions potentially disqualified. All inquiries must be directed via email to Edwin Ingram, Contract Specialist, at e2ingram@bop.gov, and must be received no later than August 3, 2026. The program aims to provide structured training to inmates, focusing on skills necessary for employment readiness, and delivery will occur at various correctional institutions under the Bureau’s jurisdiction. The contracting office is located in Washington, DC, and the primary point of contact for technical or procedural questions is Edwin Ingram, reachable at 202-598-6121.

General Info

Federal Bureau of Prisons seeks vendor for nationwide inmate career readiness program by August 20, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Justice → National Acquisitions - CoView Agency

NAICS

611710 - Educational Support ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

71220, DC, 20534, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

(6)

Statement of Work for Career/Work Readiness Certificate Program (CWRCP) - DOJ FBOP Jan 2025

PDFsow

Past Performance Questionnaires for Solicitation 15BNAS26R00000010

PDFpast-performance

Proposal Instructions for Career Workplace Readiness Program

PDFrfp

Responses to Questions for Solicitation 15BNAS26R00000010

PDFq-and-a

Solicitation 15BNAS26R00000010 for Career/Work Readiness Certificate Program

PDFrfq

RCA 13 Evaluation Criteria for Career Workplace Readiness Contract

PDFevaluation-criteria

AI Contract Breakdown

Uniform Contract Format

What is UCF?

Uniform Contract Format (UCF) uses AI to break down any contract into standardized sections—scope, pricing, deliverables, and evaluation criteria.

Timeline

PhaseCombined Synopsis
Posted

Combined Synopsis

Response Deadline

Submission deadline

Response Deadline

Ready to pursue this opportunity?

Start your free trial to track this contract, build proposals with AI assistance, and manage your pipeline.

Organization & Contact Information

Show more
AgencyDepartment Of Justice → National Acquisitions - Co
Contacts1 person available
OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20534, USA
Organization / Agency
Department Of Justice → National Acquisitions - Co
View Agency Profile
Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20534, USA
Contacts
Edwin Ingram- Contract Specialist

Full Description

Show more

The Federal Bureau of Prisons, National Acquisitions Section, Washington, DC, intends to make a single award for Career/Work Readiness Certificate Program. Training location is: Throughout all Bureau of Prisons institutions.


Quotes must be received no later than August 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST). Quotes received after this date and time may not be accepted.


Questions Submission Deadline:


All questions regarding this RFP must be submitted via email to e2ingram@bop.gov no later than August 03, 2026.

Similar Contracts

Same NAICS industry code

NAICS: 611710
New
Federal
D--Educational Technology Support
Solicitation # 140A2326Q0232
The Bureau of Indian Education has issued a preliminary notice to gather industry input regarding the potential procurement of Education Technology Support services under NAICS code 611710, with a size standard of $24 million in annual revenue. This notice is not a request for quotes, proposals, or bids, and the government is under no obligation to proceed with a contract or respond to submissions. Contractors are encouraged to voluntarily provide basic business information, including their legal name, active SAM UEI and CAGE codes, and business size classification—specifically whether they are a large business or a small business, and if applicable, their eligibility under subcategories such as EDWOSB, WOSB, SDVOSB, or HUBZone. Responses must also indicate eligibility under the Buy Indian Act, either as an Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise or an Indian Economic Enterprise, where “Indian” refers to an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe. The notice serves as both a request for information and a sources-sought action to help the agency determine whether to set aside the future solicitation or open it broadly. Contractors are invited to submit neutral, constructive feedback on the draft Statement of Objectives to improve clarity and eliminate ambiguity, though no individual responses or answers will be provided by the government. All submissions are due by August 18, 2026, and only those with an active SAM registration will be eligible for consideration if a formal solicitation is later issued. The point of contact for questions is Leah Azure of the Indian Education Acquisition Office in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Indian Education Acquisition Office

POSTED

1 day ago

DEADLINE

in 14 days
View Details
NAICS: 611710
New
Federal
ELP Assessments, CAO
Solicitation # 140A2326Q0157
The contract solicitation for ELP Assessments, CAO, issued by the Indian Education Acquisition Office under the U.S. Department of the Interior, seeks a firm fixed price vendor to deliver English Language Proficiency assessments and related services to Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) schools across Native American reservations. The performance period spans 60 months, including a base year and four one-year option periods, with delivery required to BIE-operated sites nationwide. Contractors must meet stringent security and compliance standards, including FERPA, Section 508 accessibility, NIST SP 800-series controls, FIPS 140-2, and DOI cybersecurity protocols. All personnel must be U.S. citizens, cleared under HSPD-12 standards prior to performance, and subject to strict substitution rules requiring advance notice and approval. Delivered materials must arrive at schools at least ten business days before testing windows, accompanied by manifests and shipping confirmations, with no specific packaging or environmental controls mandated. Evaluation is based on a trade-off approach weighing experience, technical and management approach, and pricing, with no LPTA basis—awards will go to the most advantageous offeror based on overall value. Offerors must demonstrate proven experience with Indigenous communities and submit proposals adhering to strict formatting rules: a six-page experience section, a fifteen-page technical approach, and a three-page pricing explanation alongside a completed Excel pricing schedule. Pricing data is not provided in the solicitation, but the maximum contract value is capped at $24 million under the NAICS 611710 small business size standard. Invoices must be submitted electronically through the Department of Treasury’s Internet Payment Platform, and all deliverables must meet a 100% acceptable quality level for critical items including assessment accuracy, data reconciliation, and privacy safeguards. The contracting officer is Felicia Aspaas, with a COR to be assigned post-award. Attachments include foundational cloud hosting and IT baseline compliance guidelines. All offerors must provide a valid UEI and CAGE number and certify size status and socioeconomic category eligibility, including potential HUBZone status. Submission is solely electronic, due by August 11, 2026, at 10:00 AM Mountain Daylight Time.
Indian Education Acquisition Office

POSTED

5 days ago

DEADLINE

in 7 days
View Details
NAICS: 611710
New
Federal
Intent to Sole Source - Educational Textbooks and Materials - FCC Yazoo City
Solicitation # 15B31526PR000277
The Department of Justice’s Federal Bureau of Prisons at the Federal Correctional Complex in Yazoo City, Mississippi, intends to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to Paxen Publishing for proprietary inmate literacy and educational curriculum materials. The scope includes exclusive access to specific products such as TABE Tutor 11/12 test preparation modules, Steck-Vaughn Fundamental Skills instructional bundles, PreGED and GED test preparation sets in both English and Spanish print and digital formats, along with initial in-service training support for staff. These materials are required to maintain consistency with the facility’s existing academic tracking and testing infrastructure, where substitution with alternative curricula would disrupt operations and cause significant delays in inmate education progress. The sole-source justification is grounded in 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, as Paxen Publishing is the exclusive publisher, trademark holder, and authorized distributor of these specific curriculum systems, with no other entities holding legitimate distribution rights. While this is not a formal solicitation, interested parties may submit capability statements, technical documentation, and proof of authorized distribution rights to the designated contracting officer by August 15, 2026, to demonstrate their ability to provide the exact same materials. The government retains full discretion to determine whether to proceed with sole-source award or initiate competition in the future based on submissions.
FCC Yazoo City

POSTED

5 days ago

DEADLINE

in 11 days
View Details
NAICS: 611710
New
SLED
Third-Party Provider for Equitable Services at Non-Profit Private Schools
Solicitation # RFP 26-27-03
The Stockton Unified School District is seeking third-party providers to deliver equitable services at non-profit private schools through Solicitation Number RFP 26-27-03, with responses due by August 25, 2026. This initiative is part of the district’s broader mission to ensure all students, including those enrolled in private Institutions, have access to educational resources and support that align with federal and state requirements for equitable services. The district, serving approximately 38,000 students across 53 diverse school communities in San Joaquin County, is committed to preparing every student for college, career, and community readiness, with a focus on lifting youth out of poverty through collaborative partnerships with universities, businesses, and community organizations. The solicitation is issued by the State and Federal Programs office under the California State and Local Education (SLED) agency, with primary point of contact Ashley Frades and secondary contact Sheikia Wilson available for inquiries. Interested providers must comply with federal guidelines governing services to non-public school students and must demonstrate experience delivering high-quality, equitable educational support in alignment with SUSD’s goals. The contract will require implementation within the district’s service area in Stockton, California, with no specified place of performance beyond the state boundary. Proposals must be submitted through the district’s procurement portal before the deadline, and providers are expected to work in coordination with district administrators to ensure compliance, accountability, and measurable outcomes for participating private school students. The district emphasizes community engagement and innovation in selecting partners who share its vision of educational equity and opportunity for all youth regardless of school type.
State and Federal Programs

POSTED

5 days ago

DEADLINE

in 21 days
View Details
NAICS: 611710
New
Grant
Youth & School Enrollment SupportThis contract under the title Youth & School Enrollment Support aims to provide comprehensive assistance to refugee children and teens as they transition into the U.S. education system. Services include facilitating school enrollment, conducting academic assessments to determine appropriate placement, delivering targeted tutoring to address learning gaps, and supporting social integration to help students adapt to cultural and environmental changes within American schools. The work is designed to ensure that refugee youth receive equitable access to educational opportunities and the necessary support systems to thrive academically and socially. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 611710, which pertains to educational support services, and is administered by the Administration for Children and Families within the Department of Health and Human Services. It was posted on July 31, 2026, with a response deadline set for September 17, 2026. While specific performance locations and point of contact details are not provided, the nature of the work implies implementation across regions where refugee populations are resettled, requiring flexibility and cultural competency from the contractor. There is no set-aside designation specified, indicating openness to qualified subcontractors regardless of business size or ownership profile.
Administration For Children And Families - Orr

POSTED

5 days ago

DEADLINE

in about 1 month
View Details
NAICS: 611710
New
Federal
Marine Corps University (MCU) Center for Distance Education (CDET) Academic Support Services.
Solicitation # M0026426R0013
The Marine Corps Installations National Capital Region-Regional Contracting Office is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive academic support services for the Marine Corps University Center for Distance Education’s Distance Professional Military Education program, covering program management, instructional design, curriculum development, subject matter expertise, editorial and multimedia services, instructional technology, administrative functions, and student support. This effort will be delivered primarily at the CDET headquarters in Quantico, Virginia, and across seven regional locations including Camp Lejeune, Camp Pendleton, Miramar, Fort Worth, Kaneohe Bay, and Okinawa, Japan. The contract is a follow-on to a prior Seaport NxG task order and will be structured as a hybrid Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity award with Firm Fixed-Price line items for services and Cost Reimbursement for travel. It has a five-year ordering period beginning in the third quarter of 2027 and a total ceiling value of approximately $153 million, with the Government intending to award a single contract on an all-or-none basis using best value principles. This acquisition is exclusively reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses under NAICS code 611710 and will be conducted under FAR Part 12 using competitive negotiation procedures. Interested parties must be registered in SAM, hold an active CAGE code, and be enrolled in Wide Area Workflow. All proposals must be submitted by the deadline of August 24, 2026, and offerors are responsible for monitoring the SAM.gov website for updates, amendments, and the draft Performance Work Statement. The contracting team, led by Edgar Lopez-Jimenez and Genia Fouts, will evaluate submissions based on technical merit and cost-effectiveness. Contractors must ensure all representations and certifications are current and compliant with federal requirements prior to submission.
Commander

POSTED

6 days ago

DEADLINE

in 20 days
View Details
NAICS: 611710
New
International
Education and Childcare - Request for Proposal - Provision of Comprehensive Learning and Teaching Resources in support of Grades Kindergarten (K)–3 Mathematics, Social Studies and Science Curriculum Implementation
Solicitation # AB-2026-05387
Alberta Education and Childcare is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to supply comprehensive digital learning and teaching resources aligned with the Kindergarten to Grade 3 curricula in Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science. Vendors may submit proposals for one or more of these subject areas, but each submission must be separate and must cover the full grade range from Kindergarten to Grade 3 within the designated subject. The resources must fully support the implementation of provincial learning outcomes and be designed to enhance instructional delivery and student engagement in early education. All proposals must be submitted by the deadline of August 27, 2026, at 8:00 PM MT, through the official procurement portal. The solicitation number is AB-2026-05387, and inquiries should be directed to Noe Cordeiro, Manager of Contracted Services Management, at contracting.admin@gov.ab.ca or 780-415-2227. Proposals will be evaluated based on alignment with curricular requirements, pedagogical effectiveness, accessibility, and technical compatibility. The contract will cover Alberta-wide implementation, with no specific city requirement for performance, and is intended to support standardized, equitable access to high-quality digital resources across the province’s K-3 classrooms.
Education and Childcare

POSTED

6 days ago

DEADLINE

in 23 days
View Details
NAICS: 611710
New
SLED
Training Site Logistics & Facilities ManagementThe contract requires the provision of fully ADA-compliant training facilities, equipment, materials, and logistical support to deliver in-person or hybrid Community Health Worker training sessions across the state of Missouri. All aspects of the training environment must meet accessibility standards to ensure full participation by individuals with disabilities, including proper infrastructure, adaptive tools, instructional resources, and on-site assistance as needed. The scope encompasses both physical setup and operational coordination to facilitate seamless delivery of training regardless of format, with an emphasis on consistency and compliance throughout all locations. This is a subcontract under the Missouri state procurement system, solicited under NAICS code 611710 for other schools and instruction, with a response deadline of August 5, 2026. The contracting entity is the Missouri Division of Purchasing, Procurements, and the place of performance spans the entire state with no specific city or zip code designated. The solicitation was posted on July 29, 2026, and interested parties must submit proposals by the specified deadline to be considered. While details on the awarding office or point of contact are not provided, the requirement is focused exclusively on ensuring equitable, accessible, and logistically sound training delivery statewide.
PROC OA DIVISION OF PURCHASING PROCUREMENTS

POSTED

7 days ago

DEADLINE

in about 19 hours
View Details

More opportunities from Department Of Justice → National Acquisitions - Co

Same awarding agency

NAICS: 811310
Federal
FTW RCA - Reefer Units
Solicitation # 15B70026PR000355
The Bureau of Prisons at FMC Fort Worth is seeking qualified small business vendors to remove and replace five diesel-powered refrigeration units on mobile trailers at its Logistics Site, in accordance with RFO FAR 12.201-1(c)(2). The contract requires comprehensive services including procurement of all necessary equipment, materials, labor, supervision, tools, permitting, transportation, and incidental expenses to complete the project within 180 calendar days from notice to proceed. Vendors must remove existing units along with all associated components such as supports, gaskets, wiring, and appurtenances, then install new diesel-powered refrigeration units that are fully integrated with the existing fuel systems. Installation work must include fitting air return bulkheads with pallet stops, flat ducts with adapters, batteries, and all required hardware, followed by thorough testing to ensure proper operation. The project will be overseen by the FMS Facilities Department representative and must comply with BOP industry standards. Only contractors registered in SAM.gov are eligible to participate. This is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 811310, with a projected award date of August 15, 2026, and a response deadline of August 11, 2026, for quotes submitted directly via email as part of a pre-solicitation notice. The solicitation number is 15B70026PR000355, and the place of performance is the Bureau of Prisons Logistics Site in Fort Worth, Texas, 76119. Primary point of contact is Contract Specialist Kasie Redman, reachable via email at k2redman@bop.gov or phone at 202-598-6113. The contracting office is under the Department of Justice’s National Acquisitions - Co, headquartered in Washington, D.C. Participation requires compliance with all federal procurement regulations and confirmation of SAM registration prior to award.
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance

POSTED

9 days ago

DEADLINE

in 7 days
View Details