Manpower Personnel Testing Analysis (MPTA) Support Services

The General Services Administration (GSA), Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), Assisted Acquisition Service (AAS) Region 9, awarded a firm-fixed-price contract to the Human Resources Research Organization (HumRRO) of Alexandria, Virginia. This competitive award provides analytical support to the Defense Human Resources Activity, Office of People Analytics (OPA), for Manpower Personnel Testing Analysis (MPTA) support services. The contract is classified under NAICS 611710, Educational Support Services, and PSC code R.

The scope of work involves several critical personnel testing and research requirements, including the development of the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) across all administration modes and the Career Exploration Program (CEP). The contractor will develop and provide computer delivery for language aptitude and proficiency tests, offer psychometric technical support, and conduct research to improve recruitment and exploration programs. Additionally, the effort includes the development and maintenance of software for computer-based testing (CBT) and computerized adaptive testing (CAT) systems, as well as evaluating armed forces readiness and youth representation.

Performance is centered in Seaside, California, under solicitation number ID09180038. The contract structure includes a one-year base period with two one-year options, allowing for a total ordering period of up to three years. This award notice was published on August 13, 2018, and serves as a synopsis of the finalized contract.