Manpower Personnel Testing Analysis (MPTA) Support Services

The U.S. General Services Administration, Federal Acquisition Service, Region 9, awarded a firm-fixed-price contract on a competitive basis to Human Resources Research Organization (HumRRO) of Alexandria, Virginia. Identified by solicitation number ID09180038, the contract includes a one-year base period and two one-year options for a total ordering period of up to three years. Work will be performed in Seaside, California, to support the Defense Human Resources Activity, Office of People Analytics. This requirement is classified under NAICS 611710 Educational Support Services and PSC code R.

The scope of this award involves analytical support for various military testing and recruitment programs. Primary requirements include the development of the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) and the Career Exploration Program (CEP). The contractor will also provide development and computer delivery services for language aptitude and proficiency tests, psychometric technical support, and research aimed at improving the Enlistment Testing Program and CEP.

Additionally, the effort covers the development and maintenance of software and systems for computer-based testing selection and classification instruments, including computerized adaptive testing systems. Performance includes the evaluation of armed forces readiness and the representation of youth in the military. The contractor is also responsible for developing and evaluating recruiting-related initiatives specifically focused on the selection and classification of military applicants.