Draft SOW - Dietian Cape May NJ.pdf

This is a Statement of Work (SOW) for the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Training Center Cape May requiring the services of one Registered Dietitian to support the Future Sentinel Preparatory Course (FSPC). The contract is for a one-year base period (May 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027) with four optional one-year extension periods through April 30, 2031. The primary place of performance is USCG TRACEN Cape May, located at 1 Munro Ave, Cape May, NJ, 08204. The dietitian will work 30-40 hours per week during an 8-hour workday (5:30 AM to 5:00 PM EST, Monday through Saturday, excluding Federal holidays), with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. Scheduled absences must be approved by the vendor's supervisor at least 15 days in advance.

The Registered Dietitian must provide comprehensive nutritional support to civilian volunteers preparing for Coast Guard service, including nutrition assessments, medical nutrition therapy, individualized menu planning for classes of up to 30 students over 90-day periods, weight reduction counseling, nutrition education programs, spot checks on student meal compliance, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. Key deliverables include nutritional assessment reports, documentation of student attendance in counseling sessions, and weekly program evaluation reports. Required qualifications include a current, active Registered Dietitian license in New Jersey; a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics and Nutrition from an ACEND-accredited program; Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support certification; minimum two years of experience in sports nutrition and weight management (desired); and ability to work independently and deliver instructional presentations. The contractor must provide a Project Manager as the single point of contact, submit a draft Project Plan within 30 business days of award, and prepare a Business Continuity Plan due 45 days after award. All contractor employees must comply with Government regulations, wear identification badges, and comply with Privacy Act and CUI safeguarding requirements.