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University of Virginia Darden School of Business Insights into Industry Management Course
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The Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) Procurement Center intends to award a sole source, firm-fixed-price contract to the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business for the Insights into Industry Management Course. This contract, classified under NAICS 611310 for colleges, universities, and professional schools, will have a one-year base period starting April 6, 2025, with four additional one-year options extending through April 5, 2030. The purpose of this sole source award is to provide a tailored leadership development program specifically designed for senior DCMA personnel, including Commanders and Deputy Commanders, who hold ranks equivalent to GS-13/14 and GS-14/15. The Darden School is uniquely qualified to deliver this customized course, which addresses the specific needs and schedules of senior government leaders, thereby enhancing their industry management and leadership skills. This notice is issued solely for informational purposes and does not solicit competitive proposals or quotes. The government reserves the right to determine whether future competition is advantageous, but currently, it intends to proceed with a sole source award under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 1901 and FAR 13.501(a). Interested responsible sources may submit capability statements for consideration, which could influence future procurement decisions. All responses must be submitted via email to the contracting officer by March 12, 2025, at 10:00 am EDST. The contract aims to leverage an established, customized program that aligns with the agency’s leadership development objectives and operational requirements.
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Charlottesville, VA, 22903, USASet-Aside
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NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT
The below notice is prepared in accordance with FAR 5.207(a) addressing 5.207(c)(15), reason for lack of competition:
The Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) Procurement Center, located at 3901 Adams Avenue, Fort Gregg-Adams, Virginia, 23801, intends to award a sole source firm fixed price contract to the University of Virginia (UVA) Darden School of Business, 100 Darden Blvd., Charlottesville, VA 22903 for the Insights into Industry Management Course. This requirement is classified under North America Industry Classification System (NAICS) 611310 Colleges, Universities and Professional Schools, with a size standard of $34.5 million. The Product Code (PSC) is U005 Education/Training – Tuition/registration/Membership Fees. This will be a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract with a one-year base period of performance plus four one-year option periods from April 6, 2025 – April 5, 2030.
This is a sole source notice published for informational purposes only. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 1901, as prescribed in FAR 13.501(a), Sole Source (including Brand Name).
The purpose of this document is to provide a Justification for an Exception to Fair Opportunity for the University of Virginia (UVA) Darden School of Business Insights into Industry Management Course. UVA is uniquely positioned to provide this course, tailored to meet the specific needs of the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA). This tailored approach is particularly relevant for DCMA employees holding senior leadership positions, including Commanders and Deputy Commanders, who are equivalent to GS-14/15 (O-5/O-6) and GS-13/14 (O-4/O-5) ranks. By limiting sources to the Darden School for a necessary course that accommodates the senior leaders calendar availability, DCMA can leverage an established and customized program that addresses the distinct requirements and challenges of its senior personnel, ultimately enhancing their industry management expertise and leadership capabilities.
Please note that this is not a request for competitive proposals or quotes. Responsible sources may submit a capability statement, which shall be considered by the agency. Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that future competition would be advantageous to the Government for the requirement identified above. Information received in response to such notice is normally considered for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement; however, a determination by the Government to not compete this requirement is solely within the discretion of the Government. Any response should be emailed to the contracting officer at carol.a.wilkinson10.civ@mail.mil by March 12, 2025, 10:00am EDST.
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