Defense Language Institute-Washington (DLI-W) Foreign Language Support Services

Background
The Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center (DLIFLC) is responsible for ensuring that the U.S. military can understand and communicate in various languages and cultures critical to national security. In the era of Great Powers Competition, the need for foreign language skills has intensified. The contract aims to provide foreign language training support through the DLI-Washington, focusing on enhancing communication capabilities among military personnel. The program will cater to a diverse student body, primarily composed of non-commissioned and commissioned officers, with a typical annual student load of 400-500 across various languages.

Work Details
The contractor will provide comprehensive foreign language instruction and support services under the Contract Foreign Language Training Program (CFLTP). Key tasks include:
1. Resident Instruction: Providing qualified language instructors, classroom space, instructional materials, and documentation of student progress. Instruction must accommodate unpredictable changes in training schedules.

2. Mobile Training Teams (MTT): Supporting non-resident instruction at U.S. Government facilities or overseas locations, including tailored training for deploying forces.

3. Curriculum Development: Developing assessment tools and instructional materials in collaboration with DLIFLC personnel.

4. Instructional Methodology: Employing proficiency-oriented principles tailored to adult learners, utilizing authentic materials and real-world tasks.

5. Quality Control: Implementing a Quality Control Plan (QCP) to ensure compliance with performance standards outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

6. Reporting: Monthly progress reports on student performance based on classroom observations and assessments.

Place of Performance
The primary location for performance will be within the National Capital Region (NCR), specifically Washington D.C., with potential support provided at other U.S. Government facilities or overseas.