Simpler Grants.gov #26PR10

Prison Security Audit Training Program Management and Delivery for NIC

The National Institute of Corrections (NIC), part of the U.S. Department of Justice, is seeking a provider to manage and deliver a comprehensive prison security audit training program. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Justice - National Institute of Corrections (NIC) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; the opportunity is open to eligible nonprofit, for-profit, and higher education institutions (excluding federal agencies and government organizations) - Services Requested: - Delivery of a NIC-approved 36-hour security audit training program (up to two events) - Includes classroom instruction, hands-on prison-based audits, and executive closeout - Curriculum review and updates (lesson plans, slide decks, facilitator manuals) - Incorporate updates on restrictive housing and administrative accountability - Enhancement and completion of readiness protocols - Collaborate with agencies to complete readiness templates before program delivery - Pre-program administrative and logistical support - Participant registration, material distribution, classroom setup, AV resources - Faculty development - Establish a cadre of six qualified faculty/auditors - Audit reporting - Prepare and submit audit reports within 30 days of each onsite audit - Post-audit virtual coaching and technical assistance - Up to eight hours per facility for corrective action plan support - Audit team guidance and oversight - Facilitate audit teams with at least three NIC-approved trainers per audit - Pre-training site visits - Onsite visits to three designated facilities for program review and executive briefings - National conference presentation - Prepare and submit a workshop proposal for a national conference - Kickoff meeting - Participate within 30 days of award to establish project expectations - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All deliverables must comply with Plain Language and Section 508 accessibility standards - Strict eligibility: nonprofits, for-profits (no profit/fee allowed), higher education institutions; proof of nonprofit status required - Only one award will be made; total available funding is $175,000 for a 12-month period - Supports up to two training events and ongoing deliverables within the project period

Description

This solicitation is for a project to conduct security audits in prison facilities, focusing on risk assessment procedures. The National Institute of Corrections (NIC) seeks applications for funding to coordinate, facilitate, and manage a security audit training program with measured remediation support. The program includes classroom instruction, prison-based audit work, and executive closeout, providing participants hands-on auditing experience. The goal is to identify vulnerabilities and risks in prison operations, policies, procedures, staff performance, physical security systems, and emergency preparedness to enhance safety and security.

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