Float_Tank-Massage_PWS.pdf

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

FOR

Sensory Deprivation Float Tank and Deep Tissue Massage

FA4800-19-Q-A003

363 ISRW

Langley Air Force Base, VA

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0. SCOPE OF WORK

2.0. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

3.0. SERVICES SUMMARY

1.0. SCOPE OF WORK. The contractor shall provide non-personal services to furnish all labor, tools, equipment, testing, materials and supervision to support sensory deprivation float tank therapy sessions. The contractor shall also provide all labor, equipment, materials and supervision of licensed massage therapists delivering deep tissue massage therapy sessions. Due to mission requirements, the location of both float tank therapy and deep tissue massage will be within 20 miles of Pope Air Force Base, NC.

2.0. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES.

2.1.1 The contractor shall provide 500 Hours of sensory deprivation float therapy within the 12 month period of performance with an additional two (2) option years. The contractor shall provide a float tank that creates a set of environmental conditions which fully restricts all potential forms of sensory input. These float tanks shall include contemporary application of REST principles through flotation therapy, utilizing an enclosed pod-like structure (called "float tank" or "sensory deprivation float tank") to achieve the necessary sensation restriction to support relaxation response activation. This flotation therapy should include individuals lowering themselves into the Float Tank pod, lying horizontally on the surface of a solution of water and Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate) of sufficient density to allow the individual to “float” on the surface, remaining only partially submerged. Once the pod is enclosed, all ambient noise and light shall be effectively blocked from the individual’s awareness, though earplugs may also be used to further restrict auditory sensory input. The aqueous solution will be held at a constant temperature of 98.6°F to align with standard human body temperature; after the individual settles into a static corporal position on the surface of the water inside the enclosed float tank, they may begin to experience minimal tactile, auditory, olfactory, and visual stimulation (if any at all) consistent with REST therapeutic requirements. The flotation session shall last between 1-2 hours.

2.1.2. The contractor shall provide 500 hours of deep tissue massage, within the 12 month period of performance. The focus of this massage on the deepest layers of muscle tissue, tendons and fascia (the protective layer surrounding muscles, bones and joints).

2.1.3. The contractor shall provide services via appointment on as-needed basis consisting of both Float Therapy and Massage Therapy. Both Float Therapy and Massage Therapy must be administered in the same visit, unless specifically objected to by the individual and concurred by the 363d ISRW Surgeon General or 363 ISRW Wing Chaplain.

2.1.4. Both float tank therapy and deep tissue massage sessions will be tracked via word or excel in a confidential manner and usage reported to the 363d ISRW Surgeon General or 363d ISRW Wing Chaplain.

2.1.5. The contractor shall test and commission all equipment in accordance with the US float tank association standards prior to executing prescribed therapies as needed.

2.1.6. The contractor will provide any training that is required operate or program the system prior to completion.

3.0. GENERAL INFORMATION.

3.1. Hours of Operation. The hours of operation are 0700 to 1600 Eastern Standard Time (EST), Monday – Friday, excluding federal holidays. If the contractor wishes to perform any services outside of the normal hours of operation, the contractor shall coordinate with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and the Contracting Officer (CO) no later than one week prior to the scheduled event. In the event of emergency circumstances, accommodations may be made on a case by case basis.

3.1.1. Base Closure Days. If the Base Commander determines the base is closed due to snow, hurricane, or Acts of God, the contractor shall reschedule work planned for this time.

3.1.2. Federal Holidays. The Contractor shall not be required to work any of the following federal holidays:

New Year’s Day - 1 January Martin Luther King Day - 3rd Monday in January Washington’s Birthday - 3rd Monday in February Memorial Day - last Monday in May Independence Day - 4 July Labor Day - 1st Monday in September Columbus Day - 2nd Monday in October Veteran’s Day - 11 November Thanksgiving Day - 4th Thursday in November Christmas Day - 25 December

3.1.2.1. If a holiday falls on Saturday, the preceding Friday shall be observed. If a holiday falls on Sunday, the following Monday shall be observed. If a holiday falls on a scheduled service day, the contractor shall be responsible for rescheduling services for the first day post the holiday observance.