Psychometric Exam Development & Validation

The contract requires the design, development, and validation of Navy enlisted advancement exams using advanced psychometric techniques including Item Response Theory and automated test assembly to ensure legal defensibility and strict alignment with current occupational standards. The work demands rigorous scientific methodology to produce reliable and valid assessments that accurately measure job-related knowledge and skills critical for enlisted advancement within the Navy. The contractor must ensure all exam content and processes comply with federal guidelines and military training requirements, with an emphasis on fairness, consistency, and operational relevance. Performance of this subcontract is centered in Pensacola, Florida, at a location closely tied to Navy training and educational infrastructure. The contract falls under NAICS code 611430, indicating a focus on educational support services, specifically tailored to defense personnel development. While the awarding agency is the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk under the Department of Defense, the execution will occur entirely within the Pensacola area, leveraging its established military training ecosystem. The contract was posted on July 10, 2026, and is structured as a subcontract, meaning the successful vendor will partner with a prime contractor to deliver these critical assessment instruments to the Navy.