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U -- Certificate in Leadership Development and Non-Profit Management (OB1993280) (2008-03-08)

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in
accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional
information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only
solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not
be issued. This solicitation is a request for proposal (RFP), reference number
CNCS-LDJ-08-0002. The RFP document and incorporated provisions and clauses are
those in effect through FAC 2005-22. This solicitation is synopsized as
competitive. NAICS code 611430 applies, size standard not to exceed
$6,500,000. The Corporation for National and Community Service, 1201 New York
Ave, Washington DC, intends to award a firm fixed price contract on the
following requirements for courses entitled: Certificate in Leadership
Development and Certificate in Non-Profit Management.

Description of Requirement: AmeriCorps*NCCC is a residential national service
program operated by the Corporation for National and Community Service. The
AmeriCorps*NCCC mission is to strengthen communities and develop leaders
through team-based national and community service. Built on the legacy of the
Civilian Conservation Corps of the 1930s, AmeriCorps*NCCC is premised on the
belief that civic responsibility is an inherent duty of all citizens and that
national service can effectively solve local problems while providing
opportunities to learn practical skills and engender a life-long commitment of
service to others. Based on three campuses in Sacramento, CA; Denver, CO; and
Perry Point, MD, the AmeriCorps*NCCC engages young people ages 18 ? 24 in team
based service on projects in local communities throughout designated regions of
the country. Program participants, called members, commit to ten months of
service during which they earn a modest living allowance, receive room and
board, and are eligible for an education award for $4,725 at the successful
completion of the program.

1.0 Background
1.1 The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS),
AmeriCorps*National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) requires the services of a
accredited institution of higher education to develop and deliver graduate
level courses and certification in leadership development and non-profit
management.
1.2 NCCC is pursuing this project to provide NCCC Public Service Fellows
with additional training, education and developmental opportunities throughout
their AmeriCorps*NCCC program experience that will foster a lifetime commitment
of learning and leadership to address the needs of the public and nonprofit
sector.
1.3 The selected contractor shall demonstrate specific educational and
professional experience in the fields of non-profit management and leadership
development. Selection will be based on (1) a proven track record of
developing curricula targeted at young adults and the service community; (2)
demonstrated experience in using experiential learning methods in the delivery
of training, and (3) direct experience working with young people in a
residential or team-based setting.
1.4 The design of the courses and work must be completed by September 1,
2008 and be offered to NCCC fellows over a three year period.

2.0 OBJECTIVES
2.1 To promote a breadth of abilities and knowledge, including quantitative
and analytical skills, communication skills and social insight, to develop
fellows and give them a competitive advantage in their pursuit of a career in
the public or non-profit sectors.
To provide a solid foundation of knowledge, skills and abilities to positively
impact their work in the public or non-profit sectors.
To prepare fellows for a lifetime of learning, leadership, and selfless service
to society.

3.0 SCOPE

3.1 AmeriCorps NCCC plans to provide 15 second year members with a one year
public service fellowship that will provide an intensive leadership experience
resulting in members pursuing or creating change in the public and non-profit
sectors.
3.2 This program will be created and managed through NCCC Headquarters in
Washington, DC. The Education and Training Coordinator will be the liaison
between Headquarters, field staff, fellows, the NCCC public service fellows?
contractor, and other identified partners. The team will consist of 15 fellows
that will be recruited from NCCC?s existing campuses. There will be 1 class
annually beginning in July of each year. The first class is scheduled for July,
2008.
3.3 Overall, there are two main components of the program: service and
academics. Fellows will be provided resources to build on their knowledge
base. The educational component will include completion of two certificate
programs ? nonprofit management and leadership. In addition, fellows will be
provided specific career resources and training in both the nonprofit and
federal sectors to assist them in obtaining jobs after the program ends. The
fellows will be brought together for the main academic components at the NCCC?s
contractor?s campus.

4.0 Tasks
4.1 Certificates in Leadership Development and Non-Profit Management

The contractor will provide the academic requirements for completion of a
Certificate in Leadership Development. These requirements must include the
following:

? Eight undergraduate and/or graduate credits resulting from
course work at the contractor?s campus for 2 three week periods and practicum
work in the field. Contractor must provide housing, food, and on-site
transportation during the 2 three week periods.
? Provide individual assessment, development, coaching and
mentoring during the fellow?s year.
? Provide/suggest opportunities for fellows to practice their
leadership and management skills.
? Expose students to regional, national and world leaders.
? Emphasize the servant leadership model throughout fellow?s year.
? Encourages students to leave a leadership legacy by giving back
to communities through community service activities.
Program Components:

? Introductory Coursework (2 credit hours) (On-Campus)

o Self Learning using 360 feedback model
o Develop a leadership development plan
o Situational Leadership
o Servant Leadership
o Non-Profit Management

? Field Practicum (on or near campus)

o Activities: ropes course, 6 week service project

? Internships (2 credit hours each)

o Non-Profit Internship?Non-Profit Agency for 12 weeks
o Federal Internship?NCCC for 12 weeks

? Final Coursework (2 credit hours) (On-Campus)

o Leadership Development
o Non-Profit Management

? Lecture Series (0 credit hours) (When available)

o Exposes student to regional, national and international leaders
o Provides interdisciplinary perspectives on leadership and non-profit
management

5.0 Outplacement Services in both the Nonprofit and Public Sectors

1. Nonprofit Sector ? Work with American Humanics through NCCC
Headquarters to provide out-placement services to all graduating public service
fellows both at their annual management institute in January and throughout the
year.

2. Public Sector ? Work with the Office of Personnel Management and the
Partnership for Public Service to provide outplacement services through
training and the identification of resources to all graduating public service
fellows. Through ?Call to Serve,? the Office of Personnel Management and the
Partnership for Public Service work closely together to provide resources for
federal employment opportunities. Key points of these partnerships are as
follows: provide presentations on how to apply for federal jobs; Annenberg
Public Service Speakers Bureau will provide federal employees to speak about
opportunities within the public sector to the fellows; vital national career
services conference and online resources such as www.makethedifference.org; and
lastly, general assistance with federal job placement.

6.0 Budget: All applicants must submit a comprehensive budget that
includes costs for the following:
1) 8 undergraduate credit hours (15 fellows) for those institutions not
offering graduate credit in these areas. $ ____________
2) 8 graduate credit hours (15 fellows) for those institutions offering
graduate credit in these areas. $ ________________
3) Certificate in Leadership Development for 15 fellows. $ ________________
4) Certificate in Non-Profit Management for 15 fellows. $ ________________
5) Dormitory and food costs (3 meals per day) while fellows are on campus.
$ _____________
6) School-related transportation costs for fellows while on campus. $
_________________
7) Other academic costs such as books, ropes course, field trips etc. $
________________

Bidders must comply with all instructions contained in provision 52.212-1,
Instructions to Bidders-Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The following
additional provisions and clauses apply: 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Item,
the Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the
responsible Bidders whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most
advantageous to the government, price and other factors considered. The
following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: 1) Technically acceptable;
2) Past Performance; and 3) Price. Technically acceptable is more important
than past performance and price. Technically acceptable will be evaluated based
on ability to provide training and certification. To be technically acceptable
the item shall meet the Government's specifications. Bidders shall submit
descriptive literature, training or class samples, technical features that
demonstrate their ability to perform these services. Past performance is
considered more important than price. Past performance will be evaluated to
ensure satisfactory business practices and timely performance (provide three
verifiable references with contact information. Price will be considered as
the least important factor. Price will be evaluated to determine its
fairness, completeness, and reasonableness as it relates to the items offered.
52.212-3, Bidder Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items, a
completed copy of this provision shall be submitted with the offer. 52.212-
4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items. 52.212-5, Contract Terms
and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial
Items, to include clauses: 5,14,15,16,17,18,19, 20, 23, 24, 31, and 32. The
following additional clauses apply: CCR Clause: Attention: You must be
registered in CCR to be considered for award. FAR 52.204-7, Central Contractor
Registration (Oct 2003) (B)(2) the Bidder shall provide its DUNS or, if
applicable, it's DUNS+4 number with its offer, which will be used by the
contracting officer to verify that the Bidder is registered in the CCR
database. (C) Lack of registration in the CCR database will make an Bidder
ineligible for award. Bidders and contractors may obtain information on
registration and annual confirmation requirements by calling 1-888-227-2423 or
269-961-5757, or via the Internet at http://www.ccr.gov. Electronic Funds: FAR
52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated by References (Feb 1998). This contract
incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect
as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the contracting officer
will make their full text available. Offers shall be received via mail,
email: [Please use the link below] or FEDEX at the Corporation for National and Community
Service, 1201 New York Ave., Suite 8311C, Washington DC 20525, ATTN: Leroy
Dawson, not later than 4:00 P.M. eastern daylight time on 17 March 2008.
Contact Leroy Dawson, Contracting Officer, at 202-609-7551 or FAX 202-606-3488.

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