Naval Consolidated Brig Miramar (NCBM) Vocational Training Courses
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Notice type
Sources Sought
Solicitation #
1301379536
PSC
U006
Posted
July 20, 2026
Response due
July 29, 2026
Place of performance
San Diego, CA
What this opportunity is
The Department of Defense is seeking vocational training courses for the Naval Consolidated Brig Miramar. This sources sought notice suits small businesses, as it is a preliminary step to determine potential vendors. The courses will be performed in California, and since this is a sources sought notice, businesses should track the opportunity rather than submit a bid at this time.
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Description
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Performance Based Statement of Work
Vocational Training Courses
Naval Consolidated Brig Miramar (NCBM)
1.0 Background/Introduction:
The Naval Consolidated Brig Miramar (NCBM) requires support from an institution recognized
by the California State Department of Education in providing vocational training to our
incarcerated population. NCBM has identified the need for vocational training in a variety of areas
that will aide its mission in equipping the prisoners with an employable skill to make them more
marketable upon successful reentry into society. The institution must offer flexibility with a
customized training program that has instructors and trainers within commuting distance that have
demonstrated competency in adult learning and content expertise. Naval Consolidated Brig
Miramar is required to have all vocational training provided by a qualified instructor from an
institution of higher learning, using curriculum-based training tailored specifically to our
incarcerated population, and providing documentation of completed labor hours, transferable
continuing education units, and a nationally recognized certification upon successful completion
of each course.
2.0 Scope:
Naval Consolidated Brig Miramar is a Level II (male) and III (female) confinement facility. As
such, it has continuing requirements to provide both academic and vocational curriculum-based
training to prisoners on a routine basis. The courses identified herein must be recognized, certified,
or licensed by the California State Department of Education. The educational institution
(contractor) shall grant prisoner-students official documentation of completed labor hours,
opportunity for enrollment in the institution upon release, and continuing education units (CEUs)
that are transferrable to other educational institutions of higher learning. Additionally, upon
successful execution of these courses, the contractor shall provide a nationally recognized
certification for each vocational training course completed in accordance with the American
Correction Association (ACA 5-ACI-7B-05), Secretary of the Navy Instruction (SECNAV M-
1640.1), and California Department of Education. Per additional ACA requirements, NCBM’s
vocational education programs must be relevant to the vocational needs of prisoners and to
employment opportunities in the community (ACA 5-ACI-7B-03). As such, the contractor shall
be flexible in adapting their curriculum to the needs of the prisoner population. For this effort,
NCBM will utilize community resources in developing vocational education programs for its
prisoners (ACA 5-ACI-7B-04).
3.0 Tasks:
The contractor shall perform the following task(s):
3.1 – Provide a single iteration of each vocational course to no more than 20 students.
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3.2 – Specific schedule will be generated upon contract award and must align with NCBM
operational schedule and manning availability. (See paragraph 10.0 Work Week and Hours of
Operation.)
3.3 – Vocational training courses required:
BARBERING COURSE (Three Part Program):
1. Disinfection & Sanitation for Barbering/Cosmetology
(Provided to Male and Female Students)
20 Hours
Course Description: Prepare students to meet professional infection control standards
while working safely within a correctional environment. Meets the CA 20-hour
Disinfection and Sanitation requirement.
Learning Outcomes and Course Content
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
o Apply proper cleaning, disinfection, and sanitation procedures
o Understand infection risks and prevention
o Demonstrate safe tool handling and storage
o Recognize contraindications (when not to perform services)
o Follow structured sanitation protocols daily
o Introduction to Infection Control
o Definitions:
Cleaning
Disinfection
Sanitization
Sterilization
o Why infection control matters in barbering
o Real-world consequences of poor sanitation
Microbiology Basics
Types of microorganisms:
ο Bacteria
ο Viruses
ο Fungi
ο Parasites
How infections spread:
ο Direct contact
ο Indirect contact
Bloodborne pathogens
Personal Hygiene & Professional Conduct
Proper handwashing (timed method)
Glove use
Personal cleanliness
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When to refuse service
Tools, Equipment & Workstations
Clippers, trimmers, shears, combs
Single-use vs multi-use items
Cleaning hair/debris from tools
Workstation sanitation routines
Disinfection Methods & Chemicals
Types of disinfectants
Mixing procedures and safety
Contact time
Step-by-step disinfection process
Students perform full disinfection cycle:
Clean
Disinfect
Store properly
Skin, Scalp & Disease Recognition
Common conditions:
ο Ringworm
ο Scalp infections
ο Open wounds
Contraindications
Cross-Contamination Prevention
How contamination spreads in shared environments
Barrier methods:
ο Towels
ο Capes
ο Neck strips
Proper disposal methods
Safety in a Correctional Facility
Tool accountability procedures
Safe handling of sharp tools
Following facility rules
Daily Sanitation Routine Simulation
Full workflow simulation:
ο Before service
ο During service
ο After service
2. Female Grooming & Hair Workshop
(Provided to Female Students Only*)
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20 hours
Course Description
To teach foundational hairstyling skills that are allowed within facility rules and
applicable for real-world employment.
Learning Outcomes and Course Content
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
o Perform basic braiding styles
o Maintain and groom longer hair
o Use trimmers safely for shaping (not fades)
o Detangle, section, and manage different hair types
o Provide professional grooming services
Hair Basics & Care
Hair types (straight, wavy, curly, coily)
Scalp care basics
Product knowledge (basic level)
Tools & Handling
Combs, brushes, clips
Trimmers (used for edges/cleanup only)
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