Opportunity
SAM #FA449726Q0023
Sole Source Advanced Grief and Loss Care Training (Companioning Model) for AFMAO at Dover AFB
Buyer
436th Contracting Squadron
Posted
April 09, 2026
Respond By
April 20, 2026
Identifier
FA449726Q0023
NAICS
611430
This opportunity involves specialized grief care training for Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations (AFMAO) personnel at Dover Air Force Base. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Air Force, Air Mobility Command, Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations (AFMAO) - OEMs and Vendors: - Dr. Alan Wolfelt (creator and sole certified provider of the proprietary 'Companioning' model of grief care) - Services Requested: - Two-day professional workshop on advanced grief and loss care - Based on the proprietary 'Companioning' model - Led by Dr. Alan Wolfelt - Includes interactive sessions, Q&A, and digital training materials delivered in advance - Quantity: 1 workshop - Unique Requirements: - Training must be delivered by the creator of the 'Companioning' model or a certified provider - Only one responsible source is available due to copyright and proprietary content - Government provides training facility, AV equipment, and covers travel for Dr. Wolfelt and one staff member - Place of Performance: - Dover Air Force Base, Delaware - Contracting office located at 639 Atlantic St, Bldg 639, Dover AFB, DE 19902-5016
Description
The Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations (AFMAO) intends to award a sole source, firm-fixed-price contract to acquire a two-day professional workshop on advanced grief and loss care. This training is required for AFMAO personnel.
Based on market research conducted, the Government has determined that only one responsible source is available to meet this requirement. The training must be based on the "Companioning" model of grief care, which is a proprietary and copyrighted methodology. It has been determined that only one source is authorized and certified to provide instruction on this specific model of care, making them uniquely qualified to fulfill the Government's requirement.