Cyber Security Training for Federal Contracting Professionals

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

The objective is to provide comprehensive, situational-awareness-level training on Cybersecurity for Federal Contracting Professionals to approximately forty-five (45) government employees at NAVSUP FLC San Diego. The training aims to equip contracting personnel with a practical understanding of cybersecurity principles, relevant laws and regulations, and considerations for incorporating cybersecurity requirements into solicitations and contracts, with a focus on Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

• Deliver the "Cybersecurity for Federal Contracting Professionals" course.

• Training to be delivered at a non-technical/layman’s level, focusing on policy compliance and behavioral changes.

• Core topics include: Overview of Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations (emphasizing DFARS 252.204-7012 and CUI protection), Cybersecurity Standards and Frameworks (NIST SP 800-171, CMMC), and Cybersecurity in Acquisition Planning.

• Instructor must have demonstrated expertise in federal contracting and cybersecurity, with experience teaching adult learners.

• Course must include interactive elements like exercises, discussions, and case studies.

• Successful completion requires full attendance and active participation.

• Period of Performance: A 1-day training to be scheduled and completed on mutually agreed-upon dates in June or July.

• Place of Performance: To be conducted virtually or in person at Naval Station San Diego, CA, as agreed upon.

• Instructor Qualifications: Expertise in federal contracting and cybersecurity, adult learning experience.

• Delivery Format: Virtual or in-person.

• Audience: Government Contract Specialists and Contracting Officers (non-IT professionals).

• Course Presentation/Slides: Due at least five (5) business days prior to the course start.

• Roster of attendees who successfully completed the course: Due within two (2) business days after course completion.

Sources Sought Notice

NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center, San Diego (FLCSD) is conducting a market survey to identify capable businesses for providing non-technical cybersecurity training to federal contracting professionals. This notice is for planning purposes only and not a solicitation. The government is seeking feedback to improve the acquisition process and identify small business capabilities.

• Provide non-technical cybersecurity training for approximately 45 federal contracting professionals.

• Training content should cover DFARS 252.204-7012, NIST SP 800-171, and CMMC from an acquisition perspective.

• Performance can be virtual or in-person at Naval Station San Diego, CA.

• Anticipated contract type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP).

• Period of Performance: 1 day.

• Interested parties should submit a Capability Statement (no more than 5 pages).

• Electronic responses are preferred.

• Responses and questions are due by the closing date of 22 MAY 2026, 12:00 PM Pacific.

• Deadline for questions: 21 MAY 2026.

• The government may consider a set-aside for small businesses or specific socioeconomic programs (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB/EDWOSB).

• Applicable NAICS code: 611430 – Professional and Management Development Training (Size Standard: $15 Million).

• PSC Code: U012 – Education/Training.

Section 1: Corporate Description

• Firm name, size status, UEI, CAGE Code
• Ownership and small business certifications (if any)
• Two points of contact
• Affiliate information (parent, teaming partners, subcontractors)

Section 2: Corporate Experience

• Submit 1-3 citations for relevant experience in:

  • Cybersecurity training for federal acquisition workforce (e.g., 1102 series).
  • Instructors with dual expertise in federal contracting (FAR/DFARS) and cybersecurity (NIST/CMMC).
  • Delivering interactive training (virtual/in-person) with relevant case studies.

• Use the format provided in the Reference Information Sheet.

• Respondents will not be reimbursed for costs incurred in preparing a response.

• The government will not award a contract based on this notice.