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U099 - U.S. Naval Community College (USNCC)Consortium for Integrated Academic Solutions (CIAS)
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The contract is a non-personal services Multiple Award Contract (MAC) issued by the Department of Defense, specifically through the Navy Supply Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, to support the ongoing development and expansion of the U.S. Naval Community College (USNCC) Consortium for Integrated Academic Solutions (CIAS). The purpose is to facilitate the growth of high-quality, naval-relevant academic programs that offer approximately 15-20 different associate degrees, certificates, micro-credentials, and courses in both technical and non-technical fields, ensuring they are accessible, affordable, and scalable for maritime service members. The contract is an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement with a maximum ceiling value exceeding $342 million and a place of performance in Annapolis, Maryland. The solicitation outlines strict submission guidelines for the Non-Price Proposal (Volume I), which must not exceed 73 pages as specified in the latest amendment. This proposal is divided into four evaluation factors: Institutional Characteristics, Performance Approach, Academic Capabilities, and Past Performance, each with individual page limits — notably, the Academic Capabilities section can include detailed descriptions for up to 18 distinct academic fields, limited to three pages per field, totaling 54 pages. Several amendments have refined the page limitations, submission deadlines (with final submissions due by May 15, 2026), and updated attachments including Q&A forms. The evaluation process incorporates best-value tradeoff and price analysis considering the offeror’s credit hour rates, fees, and fully burdened rates for program management and IT data support. The solicitation includes numerous supporting attachments such as consortium agreements, technical requirements, and pricing guides, requiring offerors to ensure full compliance with all solicitation terms.
General Info
Agency
NAICS
Place of Performance
Annapolis, MD, 21402, USASet-Aside
Timeline
Submission Closed
Organization & Contact Information
Full Description
13-May-2026. Q&A form, Attachment XI, is updated.
06-May-2026. * Q&A form, Attachment XI, is updated.
Amendment 0008
Section L is amended to conform to the page limitation outlined in Amendment 0004:
Volume I: Non-Price Proposal Submission Guidelines
The "Non-Price Proposal," referred to as Volume I, is strictly limited to a maximum of 73 pages in total. This page count is all-inclusive, covering all content such as charts, diagrams, and other graphics. The proposal consists of four key evaluation factors, each with a specific page limitation. The Offeror’s submission for the Academic Capabilities section must be integrated into the complete Volume I package.
Breakdown of Non-Price Evaluation Factors
Evaluation Factor Associated Form Page Limit
Institutional Characteristics Phase I Form 5 pages
Performance Approach N/A 8 pages
Academic Capabilities* Phase II Form 54 pages
Past Performance Past Performance Info. Form 6 pages
Total 73 pages
*Note on Academic Capabilities: Offerors are permitted to propose a maximum of 18 distinct academic fields. Each proposed field must be detailed within the Phase 2 Academic Capabilities Form and is limited to three (3) pages per proposed field. The Academic Capabilities non-priced factor is limited to a maximum of 54 pages. (18 distinct academic fields x three (3) pages per proposed field = 54 maximum number of pages). Example: University proposes three (3) fields x three (3) pages per proposed field = Nine (9) maximum number of pages for this specific non-priced factor. The individual page limits for each evaluation factor will govern the length of the respective sections. The total length of Volume I will be the sum of the pages submitted for each of the four factors.
Attachments: Amendment 0008 and conformed solicitation through Amendment 0008.
* Amendment 0007 is uploaded. Also, a conformed copy of solicitation N0018926RB002 through Amendment 0007 is uploaded. The conformed copy is the entire solicitation and encompases all of the amendments made to the document up to and including Amendment 0007.
Amendment 0007
FAR clauses 52.215-1 and 52.222-90 added.
Amendment 0006
1. Attachment XI, Q&A, is updated.
2. Deadline for all questions is amended to 05-May-2026.
3. Section L is amended as follows:
Each successful offeror will receive an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a preestablished maximum ceiling of $342,689,131.55. For source selection, best-value tradeoff, and price analysis purposes the Government will consider the offeror's credit hour rates, applicable fees, materials, and fully burdened rates for the program management and IT Data Support CLINs. This approach ensures a fair evaluation regardless of the number of programs an offeror provides.
*Update to attachments on 29-April-2026: Attachment XI, Questions and answers, has been updated.
Amendment 0005
1. Questions and answers, Attachment XI, is updated.
2. Updated pricing guide instructions, Attachment IX.
3. Sections H and M are updated.
4. The Performance Work Statement, Attachment VIII, is updated.
5. FAR clause 52.222-90 is incorporated by reference.
Amendment 0004
1.) The closing date is extended to 4:00 PM EDT, 15-May-2026.
2.) The Phase 1 Institutional Characteristics Form is amended as follows:
FROM
TECHNOLOGY/DATA Does the institution attest that Executive Level POC listed on Page 1 has reviewed the technology requirements? (NB: should the institution be determined viable – a comprehensive plan will be part of the Performance Approach Evaluation)
TO
TECHNOLOGY/DATA Does the institution attest that Executive Level POC listed on Page 1 has reviewed the technology requirements?
Offerors are responsible to review each attachment to ensure compliance with the solicitation.
3) Pricing Sheet IX amended.
4) Pricing sheet instruction IX uploaded to the attachments.
5.) The page limitation instructions have been updated in Section L of the solicitation.
Volume I: Non-Price Proposal Submission Guidelines
The "Non-Price Proposal," referred to as Volume I, is strictly limited to a maximum of 73 pages in total. This page count is all-inclusive, covering all content such as charts, diagrams, and other graphics. The proposal consists of four key evaluation factors, each with a specific page limitation. The Offeror’s submission for the Academic Capabilities section must be integrated into the complete Volume I package.
Breakdown of Non-Price Evaluation Factors
Evaluation Factor Associated Form Page Limit
Institutional Characteristics Phase I Form 5 pages
Performance Approach N/A 8 pages
Academic Capabilities* Phase II Form 54 pages
Past Performance Past Performance Info. Form 6 pages
Total 73 pages
*Note on Academic Capabilities: Offerors are permitted to propose a maximum of 18 distinct academic fields. Each proposed field must be detailed within the Phase 2 Academic Capabilities Form and is limited to three (3) pages per proposed field. The Academic Capabilities non-priced factor is limited to a maximum of 54 pages. (18 distinct academic fields x three (3) pages per proposed field = 54 maximum number of pages). Example: University proposes three (3) fields x three (3) pages per proposed field = Nine (9) maximum number of pages for this specific non-priced factor. The individual page limits for each evaluation factor will govern the length of the respective sections. The total length of Volume I will be the sum of the pages submitted for each of the four factors.
6.) Q&A Form updated with questions and answers, and reformatted as Attachment XI.
Amendment 0003
I.) The closing date is extended to 4:00 PM EDT, 05-May-2026.
2.) The attachment numbers are reformatted and an Index File is added as Attachment X. Offerors are responsible to review each attachment to ensure compliance with the solicitation.
Attachment I USNCC Consortium Agreement
Attachment II USNCC Data Sharing Technical Requirements Attachment III USNCC CIAS Definitions
Attachment IV USNCC Academic Program Classification Attachment V USNCC Naval Studies Certificate Attachment VI English IOI Overview
Attachment VII ACE Credit Recommendations NS Certificate Attachment VIII USNCC CIAS PWS
Attachment IX Pricing Sheet Attachment X Attachment Index Attachment XI Solicitation Q&A
Phase I Form Institutional Characteristics Phase 2 Form Academic Capabilities
3.) The page limitation instructions have been updated in Section L of the solicitation.
Volume I: Non-Price Proposal Submission Guidelines
The "Non-Price Proposal," referred to as Volume I, is strictly limited to a maximum of 55 pages in total. This page count is all-inclusive, covering all content such as charts, diagrams, and other graphics. The proposal consists of four key evaluation factors, each with a specific page limitation. The Offeror’s submission for the Academic Capabilities section must be integrated into the complete Volume I package.
Breakdown of Non-Price Evaluation Factors
Evaluation Factor Associated Form Page Limit
Institutional Characteristics Phase I Form 5 pages
Performance Approach N/A 8 pages
Academic Capabilities* Phase II Form 36 pages
Past Performance Past Performance Info. Form 6 pages
Total 55 pages
*Note on Academic Capabilities: Offerors are permitted to propose a maximum of 18 distinct academic fields. Each proposed field must be detailed within the Phase 2 Academic Capabilities Form and is limited to two (2) pages per proposed field. The Academic Capabilities non-priced factor is limited to a maximum of 36 pages. (18 distinct academic fields x two (2) pages per proposed field = 36 maximum number of pages). Example: University proposes three (3) fields x two (2) pages per proposed field = 6 maximum number of pages for this specific non-priced factor.
The individual page limits for each evaluation factor will govern the length of the respective sections. The total length of Volume I will be the sum of the pages submitted for each of the four factors.
4.) Q&A Form updated with questions and answers, and reformatted as Attachment XI.
Amendment 0002
The following language is added to section L:
1. Each successful offeror will receive an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a preestablished maximum ceiling of $342,000,000. For source selection, best-value tradeoff, and price analysis purposes the Government will consider the offeror's credit hour rates, applicable fees, materials, and fully burdened rates for the program management and IT Data Support CLINs. This approach ensures a fair evaluation regardless of the number of programs an offeror provides. The pricing sheet, Attachment IV, is uploaded to the attachments section under the announcement in sam.gov.
2. The Page limitation instruction contained in Section L is revised as follows. Please refer to the instruction narrative in the attached Amendment 0002. Volume I: Non-Price Proposal Submission Guidelines The "Non-Price Proposal," referred to as Volume I, is strictly limited to a maximum of 37 pages in total. This page count is all-inclusive, covering all content such as charts, diagrams, and other graphics. The proposal consists of four key evaluation factors, each with a specific page limitation. The Offeror's submission for the Academic Capabilities section must be integrated into the complete Volume I package.
Breakdown of Non-Price Evaluation Factors
Evaluation Factor Associated Form Page Limit
Institutional Characteristics Phase I Form 5 pages
Performance Approach N/A 8 pages
Academic Capabilities* Phase II Form 18 pages
Past Performance Past Performance Info. Form 6 pages
Total 37 pages
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* Note on Academic Capabilities: Offerors may propose up to a maximum of 18 distinct academic fields. Each proposed academic field must be detailed on a single, dedicated page, contributing to the section's 18-page limit. The individual page limits for each evaluation factor will govern the length of the respective sections. The total length of Volume I will be the sum of the pages submitted for each of the four factors.
3. The Questions and Answers (Q&A) in Attachment V is amended to correct questions 19 and 20.
Answers to questions 19 and 20: Please refer to the amended page limitation outlined above and in Amendment 0002 contained in the attachments section of this solicitation announcement in sam.gov.
4. Attachment IV pricing sheet is attached.
5. An updated Question and Answer (Q&A) document is uploaded titled, "Attachment V"
Amendment 0001
1. Questions and Answers provided as Attachment V via this amendment to the solicitation.
2. Clarification is provided concerning Section M of the solicitation. Offerors will be provided to
submit an excel spreadsheet as part of "Volume II Price Proposal." The spreadsheet will be included
as Attachment IV and will be forthcoming in Amendment 0002. The language in the solicitation
sections L&M have been updated.
This is non-personal services Multiple Award Contract (MAC). The contracts are for the continued development and expansion of the USNCC Consortium for Integrated Academic Solutions (CIAS), supporting the strategic growth and outreach of USNCC. The purpose of this requirement is for the USNCC to continue growth of high-quality, naval-relevant programs for the maritime services that are readily accessible, low cost, and scalable. Under this contract, the USNCC envisions providing academic programs and services leading to approximately 15-20 different associate degrees, as well as embedded and stand-alone certificates, micro-credentials, and courses in both technical and non-technical fields of study.