SAM #N0017826Q6850

NSWC Dahlgren Solicits DIOM and Outward Leadership Training from The Arbinger Company

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWC Dahlgren), part of the U.S. Navy under NAVSEA, is seeking comprehensive leadership and mindset training services from The Arbinger Company, the original developer and sole provider of DIOM™ (Developing and Implementing an Outward Mindset) and Outward Leadership programs. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Navy, Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWC Dahlgren), Comptroller C1B - OEM Highlight: - The Arbinger Company (Farmington, UT) is the sole OEM and provider for all requested training and materials - Vendors/Resellers: - Offerors must be authorized resellers or distributors of The Arbinger Company and provide a Letter of Authorization from the OEM - Products/Services Requested: - Onsite and virtual DIOM and Outward Leadership training sessions for government personnel - One-day onsite facilitation by master facilitators - Strategic working sessions for up to 21 employees - Implementation series (virtual/telephonic) for team leaders - Outward application sessions (virtual/telephonic) for employees - Public or virtual DIOM workshops for new employees - Participant handbooks and downloadable workbooks for training attendees - Travel related to training delivery - Quantities and Options: - Multiple line items with quantities ranging from 1 to 7 per year, with options for up to two additional years (potential 3-year contract) - Training and materials for both current and new/onboarded personnel - Notable Requirements: - All costs (including shipping and tariffs) must be included in quotes - Compliance with Buy American and Trade Agreements Act thresholds is required - Documentation from The Arbinger Company confirming authorized reseller status is mandatory - Training is to be delivered primarily at NSWC Dahlgren, VA, with some virtual components - Services are set aside for small businesses

Description

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION: N0017826Q6850 

Submitted by: Lee Ann Mizelle 

NAICS Code: 611430 

FSC/PSC Code: R408 

Anticipated Date to be published in SAM.gov: 29/JUL/2026  Anticipated Closing Date: 11/AUG/2026 

Contracts POC Name: Lee Ann Mizelle 

Telephone: (540) 742-8050 

Email Address: lee.a.mizelle.civ@us.navy.mil 

PSC/FSC Code and Description:  Category R4 Support- Professional 

Basis for award:  

__ Brand Name - FAR 6.103-1(d)  

X Sole Source - FAR 6.103-1(b) 

__ Full and Open - FAR 6.101 

__ Total Small Business Set Aside - FAR 19.104-1 

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items or service prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12 using the publicizing requirements of FAR Part 5.This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 

Synopsis/Solicitation N0017826Q6850 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The provisions and clauses incorporated in this solicitation are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Regulation and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement as of the date of issuance and are included in the attached SF 1449. 

For commercial acquisitions using simplified procedures under FAR Part 12, Buy American applies unless the value exceeds the applicable Trade Agreements threshold, in which case Trade Agreements apply – except where an exception applies. 

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) intends to procure services by The Arbinger Company for custom onsite DIOM and Outward Leadership (OL) training sessions.  See the attached Statement of Work (SOW).   

THE ARBINGER COMPANY is located in Farmington, UT.  

The Arbinger Company is the original developer of DIOM™ training and is the only source that can provide this specialized training. 

All costs associated with this requirement must be included in the quoted price. This includes shipping and freight to Dahlgren, VA 22448-5114 as well as any tariff or duty charges. No additional costs may be added after award. Where applicable, DFARS 252.225-7013, Duty-Free Entry, will be incorporated. The Government will utilize Simplified Acquisition Procedures, and the order will be issued on a firm fixed-price basis. 

All responsible offerors shall submit a quotation in response to this solicitation. By submission of a quotation, the offeror represents compliance with the applicable representations and certifications, which are incorporated by reference and completed in the System for Award Management (SAM), as applicable. Submission of a quotation shall constitute the offeror’s unconditional agreement to the terms and conditions of this solicitation. The offeror shall provide documentation from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) confirming the offeror is an authorized reseller or distributor of the brand-name item(s) quoted. Quotations submitted without such documentation may not be considered for award. Quotations that take exception to the terms and conditions of this solicitation may be rejected. 

Offerors are encouraged to submit published pricing, historical pricing data, or other information to support the Government’s price analysis and determination of fair and reasonable pricing.  Quotes will only be accepted from authorized re-sellers who have provided a Letter of Authorization.  Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis. 

In order to be eligible for award, firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).  Offerors may obtain information on registration in SAM by calling 866-606-8220, or via the Internet at https://www.sam.gov.  

Proposal is due by 11 August 2026, no later than 5:00 p.m. EST with an anticipated award date by 10 September 2026.  Questions and responses regarding this synopsis/solicitation may be submitted by e-mail to lee.a.mizelle.civ@us.navy.mil prior to the RFQ closing.  Email should reference Synopsis/Solicitation Number N0017826Q6850 in the subject line. 

Attachments –  

-Redacted Statement of Work (SOW) 

-Redacted CDRL A001 

-DID DI-MGMT-81605 

-SF1449: Solicitation for Commercial Items 

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