Tactical Strength and Conditioning Certification_PWS _Jul 2024_DRAFT.pdf

PWS

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

National Strength and Conditioning Association with

United States Space Force

1. GENERAL

1.1. SCOPE OF WORK. As defined herein, the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), heretofore referred to as the “Contractor”, shall furnish and make available to the United States Space

Force’s Guardian Resilience Teams (GRT) and the GRT Physical Training Leader (PTL) participants: all online Tactical Strength and Conditioning academic/instructional materials, up to 800 annual NSCA memberships, up to 100 TSAC Exam Vouchers, provide for instructor support/training as determined by either party at NSCA HQ or virtually (excluding travel and housing costs); provide CEU credits for USSF

Instructors, and collaborate with the USSF on After-Action Reviews and related course review workshops.

1.1.1 BACKGROUND

The TSAC-F certification, or Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator certification, is a professional certification offered through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). It is the only nationally recognized certification of its kind and has been accredited by the National Commission for

Certifying Agencies (NCCA) since 2014. This certification is designed for individuals who work with tactical athletes, such as military personnel, law enforcement officers, and firefighters.

The TSAC-f certification program focuses on enhancing the physical and cognitive abilities of tactical.

athletes, including but not limited to physical capacity, motor control and movement competency, and cardiorespiratory endurance. It also covers injury prevention and rehabilitation, nutrition, and program design.

1.1.2 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

September 01, 2024, through September August 31, 2025

1.1.3 LOCATION; TO INCLUDE ADDRESS

Multiple USSF locations and remote engagements

1.1.4 GENERAL INFORMATION: Place and Performance of Services: The contractor shall provide academic resources and instructional materials as stated in this PWS for all GRT PTL course offerings within the period of the contract.

1.1.4.1. Course Delivery: Only CSCS-certified USSF GRT strength coaches will deliver NSCA sanctioned content. They may collaborate with Licensed GRT Physical Therapists in delivering this content as well.

1.1.4.2. Academic Resources: Academic resources include student access to online NSCA TSAC course materials, instructor materials (hard copy and online), access to practice exams, membership in the NSCA for up to 800 students which includes all journal and article access.

1.1.4.3. Instructional Materials: Instructional materials include hard copies of texts for instructors, curriculum guides and associated audio/video materials, and licensed TSAC clothing when applicable.

1.1.4.4. CEUs: The NSCA will provide annual CEUs to any USSF CSCS/Physical Therapist who participates in delivering the USSF PTL (TSAC) course to Guardians.

1.2. CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL

1.2.1. Contractor Point of Contact: The contractor shall provide a single Point of Contact who shall be responsible for the performance of work and shall be empowered with making on and off-site decisions on contract matters. This individual must be available within 2 business days after requested by the Authorized

Government Representative (AGR). Contractor shall provide the name of the POC along with contact, information (daytime telephone number, cell pager number) in writing to the Contracting Officer at least ten (10) days prior to contract start date.

1.2.2. The contractor shall supply at least one (1) telephone number and/or web-based interface for use by the AGR to request supplies and services as needed.

1.2.3. The contractor shall be responsible for the conduct of all NSCA employees. Any complaints received shall be directed to the AGR.

1.2.4. All personnel employed by the contractor in the performance of this contract, or any representative of the contractor entering the Government installations, shall abide by all the regulations of the installation which may be in effect during the contract period. The Government has the right to restrict access to USSF locations under the contract of any contractor employee, or prospective contractor employee, who is identified as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general wellbeing or operational mission of the installation and its population.

1.2.5. All contractor personnel shall possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the services required by this contract, and shall be able to understand, speak, read and write the English language fluently.

1.2.6. The contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the United States Government if the employment of that person would create a conflict of interest nor shall the contractor employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the Air Force, either military of civilian, unless such person seeks and receives approval in accordance with (IAW) Department of the Air Force (DAF) Ethics Guide.

1.3. GAP ANALYSIS & QUALITY CONTROL.

1.3.1. Gap Analysis: An annual Gap Analysis (GA) may be conducted by the Contractor to review proprietary USSF edits/additions to its Curriculum to ensure that they are aligned to the Contractor’s expectations of course content. Contractor reserves the right to periodically observe/audit course delivery for GA/oversight, but contractor assumes all costs associated with any travel required.

1.3.2. The contractor shall establish and maintain a Quality Control (QC) Plan and review GA findings and ensure the requirements of the contract are being met as specified. The QC plan shall encompass review curriculum changes and recommendations, establish timelines for editing if necessary, and documentation of content edits/changes.

1.3.3. The Quality Control Review System: This will cover all the academic, virtual, and support services being altered in accordance with the GA and shall; specify the title of the individual(s) who performed the analysis; the academic and operational areas to be reviewed and altered, and a recommendation for follow-on analysis.

1.3.4. Curriculum Changes: Any course curriculum changes identified in the Contractor’s GA must be agreed upon by the Contractor and Contracting Officer (with AGR & S1 concurrence).

1.3.4.1. Contractor will host a QC Review session each year at the Tactical Strength and Conditioning

National Conference. USSF will provide delegate(s) as service representatives. The contractor’s QC Plan will be exercised here, and one copy of the QC plan shall be provided to the USSF AGR at the conclusion of each annual Conference and associated TSAC Curriculum workshop. An updated copy shall be provided to the Contracting Officer and AGR as changes occur and shall include:

1.3.4.2. Regards of all QC Reviews conducted by the contractor and necessary corrective action taken shall be made available to the AGR as requested during the term of the contract.

1.3.1.4. Corrective Actions. At any time, if it is determined by the Contracting Officer that the quality control system, personnel, instructions, controls, or regards are not providing results which conform to contract requirements, action shall be taken by the contractor to correct the deficiency, i.e., additional quality control inspection, or other action necessary to correct the deficiency.

1.4. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS.

1.4.1. In order to provide safety control for protection to the life and health of employees and other persons;

for prevention of damage to property, materials, supplies, and equipment; and for avoidance of work interruptions in the performance of this contract, the contractor shall comply with Occupational Safety and

Health Act (OSHA) and all pertinent provisions of the publication 29 CFR 1910, in those instances where the contractor is responsible for the environment of work. i.e., at NSCA Headquarters.

1.4.2. Equipment Safety.

1.4.2.1. All equipment that is the property of the contractor and used in the performance of this contract shall be kept intact and in good repair at all times. The contractor shall comply with OSHA requirements as outlined in 29 CFR 1910.

1.4.2.2. All equipment used under this contract may be inspected by the AGR prior to its use. If, at any time, the equipment is deemed unsafe or unserviceable by the AGR, the contractor shall remove equipment from the work site immediately and have it repaired to a safe and operable condition. The Government does not assume and hereby specifically disavows any duty to inspect the equipment in order to assure safe operation.

The contractor or subcontractor(s) at any tier are at all times responsible for assuring equipment is in a safe and serviceable condition and shall perform all tasks in a safe, responsible manner.

1.4.3. Personnel Safety.

1.4.3.1. When elements of this contract are being conducted on NSCA property, the contractor shall perform work requirements in a manner to protect USSF personnel from any harm or injury. Work shall be scheduled to afford this protection.

1.4.3.2. The contractor shall immediately AGRrect all safety deficiencies identified within its area of responsibility upon notification of the deficiencies by the Contracting Officer/AGR, and shall notify the

Contracting Officer/AGR of the AGRrective action to be taken, and completion date

1.4.4. Accident Protection and Emergency Medical Treatment.

1.4.4.1. When elements of this contract are being conducted on NSCA property, the contractor shall have competent personnel trained and capable of dealing with minor personnel injuries.

1.4.4.2. As it relates to 1.4.4.1., all work crews, office personnel, and the AGR shall be provided with information pertaining to the contractor’s arrangements for emergency medical treatment. This information shall include the following:

Local Hospital: Evans Army Community Hospital, No.719-526-7000

Local Ambulance: Name Phone No. 911

Local Doctor: Name Phone No.

1.4.4.3. The contractor shall submit in writing to the Contracting Officer and the AGR, the events, and facts applicable to all accidents or injuries to contractor personnel while on NSCA property. The written report shall be in the form of a completed DAF Form 978, Supervisor’s Mishap Report, and shall be submitted to the AGR within three (3) working days after action or injury.

1.5. FIRE AND SAFETY HAZARDS.

1.5.1. Reporting of Fire and Safety Hazards. The contractor shall train their personnel to recognize fire and safety hazards and encourage personnel in the performance of their duties to report fire and safety hazards and unsafe conditions to their supervisor. The contractor shall take corrective action to remedy reported deficiencies IAW the terms of this contract. The AGR shall be notified of deficiencies beyond the terms of this contract.

1.6. QUALITY ASSURANCE.

1.6.1. The AGR shall evaluate the contractor’s performance under this contract using post-course survey data, exam pass rates/completion, and validated customer complaints.

1.6.2. Performance Evaluation Meetings. The Contractor may be required to meet periodically with the

AGR and the Contracting Officer during the contract performance period. Meetings shall be as often as necessary as determined by the Contracting Officer. However, at the contractor’s request, a meeting shall be held whenever a Contract Discrepancy Report is issued. The written minutes of these meetings shall be signed by the Contractor, Contracting Officer, and AGR. Should the contractor not concur with the minutes, the contractor shall so state any areas of non-concurrence in writing to the Contracting Officer within seven

(7) calendar days of receipt of the signed minutes.

1.7. BUILDING ACCESS.

1.7.1. Contractor will not need access to government facilities nor government equipment to fulfill contract obligations.

1.8. VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS.

1.8.1. There will be no vehicle requirements for this contract.

1.9. ENVIRONMENTAL AND OSHA REQUIREMENTS.

1.9.1. Environmental and OSHA. The contractor shall comply with all local, State, and Federal environmental and occupational safety laws, rules, and regulations. Any apparent conflict between compliance with such local, State and Federal laws, rules and regulations, and compliance with the requirements of the contract shall be immediately brought to the attention of the CO or AGR for final resolution. The contractor shall notify the CO or AGR in writing in addition to any verbal notification of such conflicts. In those instances where contract fulfillment is taking place on NSCA property, the contractor shall be liable for all fines, penalties, and costs which result from violations of, or failure to comply with, all such local State, or Federal laws, rules, and regulations. All unsafe acts or conditions fostered by the contractor or contractor personnel may be grounds for the CO to halt any and all contractor performance with a commensurate deduction of monies due the contractor until such unsafe conditions are corrected. The contractor shall take due caution not to endanger personnel during performance of this contract. Upon discovery of a serious hazard such as, but not limited to, fire, or large fuel spill, the contractor shall notify the Fire Department at “911”, and the AGR.

2. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY (GFP) AND SERVICES

None

3. CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES

3.1. GENERAL EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS.

3.1.1 All equipment will be furnished by the USSF for the purposes of delivering the TSAC curriculum.

This includes but is not necessarily limited to: weightlifting/resistance training implements and space, conditioning apparatus and areas, classroom space and interactive media, etc.

3.1.2. Contractor will ensure that adequate online access exists to facilitate instruction, and that NSCA resources necessary to deliver TSAC education (study materials, practice exams, etc.) are available and reliably accessible remotely.

3.2. MAINTENANCE, INTEGRATION, SERVICE, INSTALLATION, CHANGE CONTROL AND

USER ACCEPTANCE TESTING.

3.2.1. Maintenance will not be required under this contract. This is a non-maintenance contract.

3.2.2. Service Calls. Service calls are not applicable under this contract.

3.2.10 Change Control: The Contractor cannot perform work outside of the scope of services listed herein.

Any additional work will require the execution of a separate Professional Services Statement and corresponding Purchase Order.