U--The requirement is to provide instruction and training in the application of Sleep Dynamic Therapy (SDT) evidence based treatment training for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

The Southern Regional Contracting Office at Brooke Army Medical Center plans to award a sole source contract to Maimonides Sleep Arts & Sciences for providing specialized instruction and training in Sleep Dynamic Therapy (SDT) as an evidence-based treatment for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This training will be delivered exclusively by Dr. Barry Krakow, the creator and sole proprietor of the SDT methodology, and is targeted at Department of Defense licensed behavioral health providers. The contract is scheduled to be awarded on April 5, 2013, under the NAICS code 611699 with a size standard of $10 million. This notice serves to inform interested parties that while it is not a solicitation for quotes or offers, capable vendors may submit their capabilities for consideration no later than April 4, 2013, at 11:00 AM CST. The training is expected to take place at various military locations, with contract oversight and contact handled by Melissa Oliva, Contracting Officer, and Darlena Rivera, Purchasing Agent. This specialized training aims to enhance DoD behavioral health provider capabilities in treating PTSD using a unique, established therapeutic approach.