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.

Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.

Description

Page 1 of 19 Revised 1 March 21 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. -- 1 of 19 -- Page 2 of 19 Revised 1 March 21 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 -- 2 of 19 -- Page 3 of 19 Revised 1 March 21 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*) -- 3 of 19 -- Page 4 of 19 Revised 1 March 21 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) Sect

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