This Sources Sought opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on September 7, 2021. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Top

The National Defense University (NDU), Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Initiative

Closed

N00189-21-S-4421Federal

Submission Closed09/13/2021, 02:00:00 PM UTC

Contract Overview

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

Active Opportunities Like This One

NAICS: 611310

New

SLED

PS- RFP for ADHP Educational Director for the Alabama Board of Dental Examiners

Solicitation # SRC0000037214

The Board of Dental Examiners of Alabama is soliciting proposals for a qualified dental instructor to serve as the Educational Director for the Alabama Dental Hygiene Program (ADHP). The selected subject matter expert will be responsible for administering an accelerated certification program that integrates formal classroom education with clinical application, specifically presiding over course orientations and graduations and developing supplemental teaching materials. The resulting contract is for a one-year term with the possibility of four additional renewals. Compensation is structured as an annual base payment of 30,000 dollars, with an additional allowance for hourly services up to 12,000 dollars at a rate of 150 dollars per hour, and up to 2,000 dollars for mileage and per diem. The board may increase yearly compensation by up to 5 percent upon renewal without resoliciting. Proposals must be submitted via Alabama Buys by November 10, 2026, at 4:30 PM CT, with any questions submitted by October 30, 2026. Evaluation is based on a 100-point system focusing on supplier qualifications and program leadership (35 points), post-secondary teaching experience (25 points), methodology and training materials (20 points), ADHP experience (10 points), and proposed cost (10 points). Award is limited to a single supplier. Applicants must comply with various state mandates, including E-Verify enrollment, the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act, and certifications against economic boycotts. Proposals must be organized into four distinct parts: a signed cover letter, supplier qualifications and experience, a detailed performance plan, and references.

544_ADMINISTRATION UNIT

POSTED

DEADLINE

Community Psychiatry Residency Training Initiative for New Residents

Solicitation # NOFA-Community-Psych-Residence-2027

The Community Psychiatry Residency Training Initiative for New Residents is a grant opportunity provided by the New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services. The program is open to all fully accredited psychiatry residency programs in New Jersey that provide four years of training in adult psychiatry. The initiative aims to fund a total of 15 new psychiatry residency positions starting July 1, 2027. While each of the state's 13 programs is eligible for one position, individual programs may apply for up to three positions if they can demonstrate the capacity to support the additional roles. Funding is subject to state appropriations and provides 400,000 dollars per awarded position to cover four years of training at a rate of 100,000 dollars per year. Additionally, selected programs will receive a one-time payment of 58,000 dollars to support supervision and mentorship activities for their residents. Interested programs must submit Letters of Interest to the Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services in Trenton, New Jersey, by the deadline of October 23, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. ET.

NJ Department of Human Services

POSTED

DEADLINE

Higher Education AI Readiness Grant

Solicitation # FY27_AIRGP

The Higher Education AI Readiness Grant, solicitation number FY27_AIRGP, is a state of New Jersey grant opportunity administered by the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education. The program seeks partnerships of two to five New Jersey higher education institutions to collaborate on scaling AI initiatives within three priority areas: AI faculty development, student AI literacy, and AI planning and governance. A total of 675,000 dollars is available, with maximum awards ranging from 50,000 to 100,000 dollars depending on the priority area. The period of performance is from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2027, and all funds must be expended by the end of that term. Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. on October 30, 2026, and must be submitted via email to the designated points of contact. A complete submission requires a grant narrative in PDF format, not exceeding ten single-spaced pages, and a proposed budget submitted as an Excel spreadsheet. Applicants must designate a lead institution for fund disbursement and provide signed letters of commitment from the presidents or designees of all partnering institutions. Evaluation is based on project activity and operational plans, commitment and capacity, collaboration, goals and evaluation, and sustainability. Notably, facilities and administrative costs are not allowable expenses, and since this is a one-time funding opportunity, applicants must detail a sustainability plan for continuing their AI priorities after the grant cycle ends.

NJ Office of the Secretary of Higher Education

POSTED

DEADLINE

Engineering Management Foundation Degree (FdSc) Awarding & AccreditationThis subcontract focuses on the establishment of a formal academic framework for awarding a Foundation Degree in Science in Engineering Management to prime contractors working on Ministry of Defence projects. The selected provider must be a recognized Higher Education Institution or an approved awarding body capable of validating the curriculum to higher education standards and managing the Accredited Prior Learning process. The primary deliverables include the delivery of a validated degree program and the issuance of formal FdSc certifications. This opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 611310, with a response deadline set for November 17, 2026.

POSTED

DEADLINE

The Provision of SNCO Engineering Foundation Degree Scheme Runn

Solicitation # ocds-h6vhtk-078af0

The Ministry of Defence is soliciting a provider for the Engineering Management Foundation Degree in Science (EM FdSC) scheme, specifically designed for senior non-commissioned members of the Engineering Profession. This higher education service focuses on the award of the degree primarily through Accredited Prior Learning (APL). The contract is estimated to run from January 13, 2027, to December 1, 2031, with an estimated total value of 990,000 GBP excluding VAT. The award will be based on Value for Money (VFM), with price serving as the primary evaluation factor. Interested parties must submit their proposals in English via the Defence Sourcing Portal by the deadline of November 17, 2026. Technical and legal capacity requirements are detailed in the Statement of Requirements (SOR) and Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PSQ) attachments. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Tammy Evans at the Ministry of Defence.

POSTED

DEADLINE

DUAL ENROLLMENT PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT

Solicitation # HE125427R0001

The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) is seeking capability statements from eligible Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) to establish no-cost Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) or Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs). The objective is to create dual or concurrent enrollment partnerships that allow DoWEA high school students worldwide to earn postsecondary credits applicable toward both a degree or credential and high school completion. This is a sources-sought announcement and not a procurement action; therefore, no contract award is contemplated, and the government is not obligated to expend funds, pay tuition, or guarantee student enrollments. Eligible IHEs must possess a Program Participation Agreement under the Higher Education Act of 1965 and provide certification that all staff accessing sensitive data are U.S. citizens. Evaluation is based on four primary factors: the capacity to serve a global military-connected student population, teacher certification and professional development processes, course delivery and payment structures, and technical capabilities including secure U.S.-based data hosting and SSO support. Responses are limited to a 15-page narrative and must be submitted via email to the designated points of contact by October 26, 2026.

DOD Education Activity

POSTED

DEADLINE

U008--Notice of Intent to Sole Source Implementation Science Training

Solicitation # 36C26127Q0096

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 21, intends to award a sole source contract to the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) for Implementation Science Support and Training services benefiting the San Francisco VA Health Care System. This procurement, identified by solicitation number 36C26127Q0096, falls under NAICS code 611310 and Product Service Code U800. The scope of work is divided into two primary categories: personnel support for quality improvement projects and course enrollment funding for VA trainees. Specific activities include statistical analysis, database management, programming, the implementation and evaluation of quality improvement initiatives, and workforce education and training. The proposed period of performance is scheduled from January 20, 2027, through January 19, 2028, and will include five ordering periods. As this is a notice of intent to sole source under FAR 6.103-1, no formal solicitation will be issued. Interested parties wishing to demonstrate their capability to provide these services must submit clear and convincing evidence of their ability to meet the requirements via email to Lydia Anderson by 10:00 AM PST on October 22, 2026. The government maintains sole discretion over whether to compete the requirement, and telephone inquiries are strictly prohibited.

261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261)

POSTED

DEADLINE

NLM Institutional Grants for Research Training in Biomedical Informatics, Data Science, and AI (T15 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

Solicitation # RFA-LM-28-001

The National Library of Medicine (NLM), under the National Institutes of Health and Department of Health and Human Services, is soliciting applications for RFA-LM-28-001 to establish or renew innovative predoctoral and postdoctoral training programs. These programs aim to prepare the next generation of researchers in biomedical informatics, data science, and artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML) to address complex health challenges through interdisciplinary computational approaches. The agency intends to commit an estimated total of 17.1 million dollars to fund between 19 and 27 awards. Applications are due by February 11, 2027, and must be submitted via Grants.gov. Award evaluations will focus on the program's ability to produce a skilled biomedical research workforce, ensure inclusivity and access, and implement an innovative curriculum guided by key performance indicators and frameworks such as CIPP or Kirkpatrick. Required documentation includes various SF424 and PHS 398 forms, a signed institutional commitment letter, and a detailed research training program plan. Applicants must maintain active registrations in SAM, eRA Commons, and Grants.gov. Special requirements include a mandatory Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) plan featuring at least eight contact hours of face-to-face instruction every four years. Additionally, awardees must adhere to cybersecurity guidelines under the Cybersecurity Act of 2015, which includes developing an incident response plan and notifying HHS agencies of any cybersecurity incidents within 48 hours of discovery. Programs involving Select Agents must provide comprehensive biosafety and security plans.

National Institutes Of Health

POSTED

DEADLINE

NLM Institutional Grants for Research Training in Biomedical Informatics, Data Science, and AI (T15 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

Solicitation # RFA-LM-28-001

The National Library of Medicine is soliciting applications under RFA-LM-28-001 for institutional grants to establish or renew predoctoral and postdoctoral training programs. These programs aim to develop a skilled workforce proficient in biomedical informatics, data science, and artificial intelligence and machine learning to solve complex health and biomedical challenges. The initiative prioritizes interdisciplinary approaches and cutting-edge computational training to meet the increasing demand for expertise in these specialized fields. This federal solicitation is managed by the National Institutes of Health and was posted on October 16, 2026. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by the response deadline of February 12, 2027. Notably, this opportunity is designated as a T15 grant, and independent clinical trials are not allowed.

National Library Of Medicine

POSTED

DEADLINE

University Credit ProviderThis subcontract, titled University Credit Provider, is issued by IowaSTEM under the Iowa Department of Education to secure an accredited Higher Education Institution. The selected provider will be responsible for delivering graduate and undergraduate academic credits to eligible teachers participating in STEM teacher externship projects. Key responsibilities include administering a three-credit hour course through a Continuing Education program, validating that participants have met all course objectives, and processing the associated tuition scholarships. The opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 611310 and was posted on October 15, 2026, with a response deadline of May 14, 2027. The primary goal of the agreement is to ensure that prime contractors on these externship projects have a reliable academic partner to facilitate and award the necessary credits to participating educators.

POSTED

DEADLINE

Academic Education ServicesThis subcontract for Academic Education Services involves providing specialized academic instruction for prime contractors operating within Florida Department of Corrections facilities. The scope of work focuses on the delivery of Adult Basic Education levels I through 4, Mandatory Literacy Programs, and comprehensive GED preparation. A critical component of the service is the administration of CASAS tests to verify that students achieve a minimum 6th-grade proficiency level in accordance with Florida Statute 944.801(i). The primary deliverables for this engagement include the successful issuance of GED certificates and documented improvements in CASAS test scores. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 611310 and is associated with the Florida Department of Corrections. Interested parties should note the response deadline of December 8, 2026.

Florida Department of Corrections

POSTED

DEADLINE

College Credit Articulation and Pathway DevelopmentThis subcontract for College Credit Articulation and Pathway Development focuses on establishing academic pathways for prime contractors working on Child Care Associates CDA credential support projects. The selected provider will be responsible for developing articulation agreements with colleges, mapping CDA competencies to college-level course credits, and managing the transition of participants into degree-seeking programs. The primary deliverables include documented articulation pathways and formal credit transfer agreements. Eligible candidates must be either an accredited institution of higher education or a certified academic consultant. This opportunity is associated with the state of Texas under NAICS code 611310. The solicitation was posted on October 12, 2026, with a response deadline of November 10, 2026.

Executive

POSTED

8 days ago

DEADLINE

in 21 days

General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → Navsup Flt Logistics Ctr Norfolk

NAICS

611310 - Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools

Place of Performance

DC, 20319, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

Past_Performance_Information_Form.docx

Sources_Sought_Notice_NDU_DEI.docx

AI Contract Breakdown

Uniform Contract Format

Contract not broken down yet

CLEATUS splits the solicitation into Uniform Contract Format (UCF) sections: scope, pricing, deliverables, and evaluation criteria.

Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedSep 7

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineSep 13

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

09/13/2021, 02:00:00 PM UTC

Find active opportunities like this

Start your free trial to discover similar active contracts, track opportunities, and build proposals with AI assistance.

Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Navsup Flt Logistics Ctr Norfolk

Contacts1 person available

OfficeNORFOLK, VA, 23511-3392, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Navsup Flt Logistics Ctr Norfolk

Office AddressNORFOLK, VA, 23511-3392, USA

Contacts

John Krystopowicz

contact@example.gov

Full Description

The NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, Contracting Department, Philadelphia Office announces a Sources Sought Notice to identify the availability of potential small business - preferably service disabled veteran owned (SDVOSB) - sources capable of providing services to the National Defense University (NDU) in support of NDU's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. NDU is seeking information from interested parties capable of providing support in reviewing current DEI data, making an assessment of the current climate, and providing a written report with recommendations for appropriate DEI metrics specific to NDU in order to reduce the burden of - survey fatigue on NDU employees while simultaneously identifying and constructing useful assessment tools from existing data. The contractor will also be responsible for identifying where existing data collection may be modified to provide more useful information for constructing appropriate metrics. The contractor will work in conjunction with the appropriate NDU points of contact to gather and review currently existing statistical information, including any relevant and available MD-715 data, Defense Equal Opportunity Command Surveys, OPM Employee Satisfaction Surveys, and any existing focus group survey material. After this review, the contractor shall make recommendations related to the collection of statistical data, supplemental questions for existing surveys, and development of a DEI metric dashboard. The contractor's staff shall include experts in the development of DEI metrics. The contractor shall provide technical support in the development of a cohesive and data driven DEI strategy. Members of the contractor will sit on expert panels for the Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Benchmark projects (GDEIB), or similar panels/projects, tools which have been used by the Department of the Navy, the Department of the Army, and the US Air Force to develop data-driven DEI strategies. As it relates to analysis and assessment, the contractor team should include highly-trained social science researchers with expertise in psychology, leadership, sociology, linguistics, data science, statistics, organizational behavior, and workforce analytics. The contractor should offer both qualitative and quantitative research and strategy services, including survey design, focus groups, and data analysis. The emphasis will be on quantitative research and services.