COMDTINST 1550.26 — Forcecom Commercially Contracted “c” School Courses

COMDTINST 1550.26 governs FORCECOM policy for commercially contracted “C” school courses and their life cycle.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 1550.26
  • Title: FORCECOM COMMERCIALLY CONTRACTED “C” SCHOOL COURSES
  • Date: 12/14/2018
  • Proponent: FC-C

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The publication addresses course initiation, delivery, evaluation, contract management, and standardized processes. It requires stakeholders to follow documented timelines and use standard forms for curriculum outlines and evaluations.

Applies to: All Coast Guard unit commanders, commanding officers, officers-in-charge, deputy or assistant commandants, and chiefs of Headquarters staff elements must comply with the provisions of this Instruction.

Topics covered

  • Commercially contracted “C” school courses
  • Course life cycle management
  • Procurement planning
  • Course evaluations
  • Training system definitions
  • Contract closeout

Questions and answers

What must stakeholders follow for commercially contracted “C” school courses?

All stakeholders must adhere to processes and timelines documented in Enclosure (1). (paragraph 9)

What forms are required for commercially contracted “C” school courses?

Stakeholders involved in the commercially contracted “C” school process must use standard forms for curriculum outlines and evaluations.

What is a commercially contracted “C” school course?

Commercially Contracted “C” School Course: a course contained within the formal training system and is contracted through a commercial entity.

What must contracting officers do when a course contract ends?

Ensure commercially contracted “C” school courses are closed out at the end of the life cycle of the contract or when the contract is no longer required, whichever is sooner.

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