NSOF EXCELLENCE IN ACTION AWARD FORM

EXCELLENCE IN ACTION NOMINATION

Navy Special Operations Foundation
Awarded to Active Duty Navy EOD & Navy Divers

Awarded to NSO Operators who have demonstrated exceptional skill, leadership, and dedication. This award honors outstanding achievements in mission execution, innovation, and the impact made on their teammates and the larger NSO community. These achievements may have taken place at any point throughout the servicemember’s career as a Navy EOD Operator or Navy Diver.

For detailed award criteria, click here: Excellence in Action Criteria

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NOMINATOR INFORMATION
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NOMINEE INFORMATION
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NOMINATION DETAILS
NAVY EOD

Recognizes a currently serving Navy EOD Operator who has demonstrated exceptional skill, leadership, and dedication. This award emphasizes one or more of the following: Operational excellence, innovative contributions, and significant impact on their teammates, and the broader Navy EOD community. The recipient embodies the highest standards of leadership and Navy EOD professionalism.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
- Must be currently serving as an Active Duty Navy EOD Operator
- Open to both enlisted personnel and officers
- Achievements and contributions may have taken place at any point throughout their career
NOMINATION:
- Commands including Mobile Units & Group
- Current or former Navy EOD Operators
- Non-EOD teammates who can attest to action
Award Criteria for Navy EOD

Please check all criteria that applies to nominee
Nomination Details (REQUIRED)

Operational Excellence: Demonstrated superior execution of Navy EOD operations, technical proficiency or leadership in mission-critical situations.Wartime or High-Stakes Actions: May include acts of valor or bravery in combat or hazardous operations, but is not a mandatory criterion.Tactical or Strategic Impact: Made a significant difference in the success of missions, training programs, or overall unit effectiveness.Peer and Leadership Recognition: Recognized by peers and leadership for exceptional contributions to the force.Innovative Contributions: Developed or implemented new techniques, procedures, or training improvements that enhanced EOD capabilities.
NAVY DIVER

Recognizes a currently serving Navy Diver who has demonstrated exceptional skill, leadership, and dedication. This award emphasizes one or more of the following: Operational excellence, innovative contributions, and significant impact on their teammates and the broader Navy Diving community. The recipient represents the highest standards of leadership and Navy Deep Sea Diving.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
- Must be currently serving as an Active Duty ND
- Open to both enlisted ND & DMT personnel and Dive Medical Officers
- Achievements and contributions may have taken place at any point throughout their career
NOMINATION:
- Commands including Mobile Units & Group
- Current or former Navy Divers / DMT's / DMO's
- Non-ND teammates who can attest to action
Award Criteria for Navy Divers

Please check all criteria that applies to nominee
Nomination Details (REQUIRED)

Exemplary Service in Diving Operations: Displayed outstanding skill, leadership, or contributions to diving operations, training, or specialized missions.Innovation and Advancement: Developed or implemented new methods, safety protocols, or technical advancements that improved Navy Diving Operations.Training and Mentorship: Played a pivotal role in training and developing the next generation of Navy Divers.Peer and Leadership Recognition: Recognized by peers and leadership for exceptional contributions to the force.Operational or High-Risk Contributions: May include heroic actions, high-risk mission successes, or critical contributions to unit effectiveness.
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CERTIFICATION
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EXCELLENCE IN ACTION NOMINATION

NOMINATOR INFORMATION

NOMINEE INFORMATION

NOMINATION DETAILS

NAVY EOD

Award Criteria for Navy EOD

NAVY DIVER

Award Criteria for Navy Divers

SUPPORTING MATERIAL

CERTIFICATION