Operator Training and Technical Support

The contract involves providing on-site or hybrid training for government staff in the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and data management of a respiration chamber system, with an emphasis on building institutional capacity through hands-on instruction and the development of comprehensive training materials and support documentation. Training will be delivered at the designated place of performance in Burlington, Vermont, 05405, and must be tailored to meet the specific technical needs of USDA ARS AFM APD personnel, ensuring sustained operational proficiency after the training concludes. This is a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, classified under NAICS code 611430, indicating a focus on educational services related to technical training. The opportunity was posted on June 25, 2026, with a response deadline of July 9, 2026, at 10:00 PM Eastern Time, and is managed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The contractor is expected to deliver structured, effective learning experiences that enable staff to independently manage the complex respiration chamber system, with all materials and documentation developed to serve as lasting reference resources for future use.