What this opportunity is
The Department of Defense is seeking Human Performance Optimization (HPO) support services at Davis Monthan Air Force Base in Arizona, specifically requiring personnel such as Athletic Trainers, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists, and Performance Dieticians. This opportunity is suitable for small businesses with expertise in health and fitness services, particularly those holding relevant certifications and qualifications. As this is a Sources Sought notice, interested vendors should focus on tracking the opportunity rather than submitting bids at this stage.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
Performance Work Statement
For
Human Performance Optimization Services
Davis Monthan Air Force Base
Review/Coordination:
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Services Acquisition Lead
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Quality Assurance Program Coordinator
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Contracting Officer
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1.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
1.1 General. The contractor will provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, transportation,
labor, supervision, management, and quality control necessary to perform Human Performance
Optimization services, in the form of an Athletic Trainer, Certified Strength Conditioning
Specialist, and Performance Dietician. The contractor will perform services to personnel assigned
to Davis Monthan (DMAFB), Arizona, and will furnish consultation and reports, similar to the
range of services found in a commercial facility, as well as services specialized to meet the needs
of the Air Force personnel. Performance must be in accordance with the professional standards of
the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC), and as defined in this PWS.
1.2 Background. Air Force personnel must always be ready to perform at their peak to support
the accomplishment of the Air Force Mission. Attaining and maintaining peak human performance
requires top-notch physical conditioning and maintenance, focusing on the whole Airman concept
for both short term mission accomplishment and long-term production. The Human Performance
Optimization (HPO) Hub will ensure our Airmen are ready now and for life. The HPO’s long-term
perspective means the HPO program must include rehabilitative services to provide rapid recovery
from injuries and performance services to provide focused physical and mental conditioning. A
successful program maximizes performance through providing the following services: Certified
Athletic Trainer, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Performance Dietician.
1.3. Athletic Trainer (AT)
1.3.1. AT Level I Qualifications
1.3.1.1. Bachelor’s degree in athletic training from a college or university accredited by the
Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). A master’s degree is
preferred.
1.3.1.2. Possess and maintain a current Certification in Athletic Training through the Board of
Certification (BOC). Possession and maintenance of a current certificate from the National
Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified Strength and Conditioning
Specialist (CSCS) is preferred.
1.3.1.3. Possess experience with electronic health record systems and Microsoft products
including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
1.3.1.4. A current certification in basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) to include
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training.
1.3.1.5. Five years of experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer after graduation.
1.3.1.6. Experience must include at least three years treating collegiate, professionals, or Olympic
athletes. Experience treating Special Operations Forces (SOF) operators or other Department of
Defense (DoD) HPO programs will be treated as equivalent experience.
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1.4.1 AT Level II Qualifications
1.4.1.1. Bachelor’s degree in athletic training from a college or university accredited by the
Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).
1.4.1.2. Possess and maintain a current Certification in Athletic Training through the Board of
Certification (BOC). Possession and maintenance of a current certificate from the National
Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified Strength and Conditioning
Specialist (CSCS) is preferred.
1.4.1.3. Experience with electronic health record systems and Microsoft products including
Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
1.4.1.4. A current certification in basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) to include
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training.
1.4.1.5. Two or more years of experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer after graduation.
1.4.1.6. At least three years’ experience treating collegiate, professional, or Olympic athletes.
Experience treating SOF operators or other DoD HPO programs will be treated as equivalent
experience.
1.5. AT Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities
1.5.1 Perform a full range of Certified Athletic Trainer duties. All services performed will fall
within those guidelines established by the National Athletic Trainers Association, American
College of Sports Medicine, and American Medical Society for Sports Medicine.
1.5.2. Prevent, recognize, treat, and rehabilitate injuries.
1.5.3. Provide evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries incurred, including, but not
limited to the following: progressive resistance exercise (PRE), open and closed chain kinetic
exercises, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF), manual therapy and joint mobilization,
and all varieties of treatment modalities.
1.5.4. Provide treatment for soft tissue damage, acute and chronic edema, post-surgical effusion,
muscle atrophy, pain, overuse injuries, decreased circulation and loss of strength due to injury or
biomechanical imbalance.
1.5.5. Provide emergency first aid, evaluation and treatment of injuries, and aid in preliminary
diagnosis to include recognition of severity of injury, rendering initial treatment and performing
initial examination.
15.6. Design and fabricate protective pads, equipment and braces for the prevention and treatment
of injuries including the use of proper taping techniques.
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1.5.7. The AT must be credentialed by the MTF and will be a non-privileged provider. The
contractor provider is authorized to provide healthcare consistent with the scope of practice. The
scope of practice is defined by the Board of Certification Standards of Professional Practice. No
healthcare will be provided by contractor providers who have not yet completed Primary Source
Verification, credentialing…
Source: SAM.gov, as posted. Verify the current solicitation before responding.