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Question and Answer to Solicitation W50S8123‐Q‐0003 Optimizing the Human Weapon System (OHWS) Date: 31 August 2023

Q1. Is there a current contract? (if so, what is the contract number?)

A1. No there is no current contract.

Q2. What is the total number of eligible service members who can receive services?

A2. Currently there are 30 personnel eligible for service, this number can fluctuate up to 34.

Q3. What are the measurements of the space?

A3. The office space provided to the contractor is 332 sq ft approximately 24’ 9” x 37’ 10”

Q4. Can the Government provide a list of equipment currently available in support of this contract?

A4. Reference paragraph 3.0 for government furnished property that is solely dedicated for this use.

The base also has a gym that is available for use, it is noted that the gym is not for the sole use of this contract and is a shared location. Equipment listing is as follows:

8 treadmills

3 elliptical 1 stair master 4 spinner (stationary bikes) 2 assault fitness bikes Multiple pieces of cybex equipment: torso rotation, leg curl, leg extension, back extension, abdominal, chest press, fly/rear delt, arm curl, lat curl, dip/chin assist, row life fitness cable crossover free weight benches and bars

Dumbbells Curl bench

Leg press 6 concept row machines Sleds Kettlebell Medicine balls 6 Beaverfit racks

Q5. Athletic Training Education Programs are Accredited by CAATE and Licensure/Certification by the Board of Certification. Is an NATA membership required for the Certified Athletic Trainer?

A5. Reference revised PWS dated 30 August 2023.

Q6. Physical Therapy Education Programs are Accredited by CAPTE, not APTA, and Licensure is granted by the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) through administration by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy. According to APTA's own website, "APTA has no role in exam development, administration, or scoring." Please clarify the education requirement for Physical Therapists, do they have to be an APTA member, or can they just be a licensed Physical Therapist?

A6. Reference revised PWS dated 30 August 2023

Q7.Can the Strength and Conditioning Specialist alternatively have an SCCC certification from the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa)?

A7: Reference revised PWS dated 30 August 2023

Q8. Can the Government define how 'conference attendance' is a qualification? Is no attendance to conference acceptable if they have relevant education and practice experience?

A8: Conference attendance is in reference to “NATA & PT Continuing education compliant.

Q9. Would a contract physical therapist be expected to provide clinical services? If so, would a contract physical therapist be awarded privileged provider status at the local MTF with access to Electronic Medical Records (EMR)? Would the contract physical therapist be expected to document visits to the

EMR?

A9: Services will be required to provide as outlined in the PWS, contractor will not have access to the medical treatment facility nor the military electronic medical records. Documentation of visits is between the contractor and the customer; documentation is required to the extent of tracking metrics.

Service is for prevention of further injury, not the treatment of injuries, reference PWS paragraph 1.1.

Q10. Is the intended requirement for the government 1 FTE?

A10. Per Paragraph 5.0 for information in regard to a full time services required, reference paragraph

5.5 for information on part time services required.

Q11. Can you provide the number of personnel within the 104th Fighter Wing that comprise the aircrew military members eligible for services?

A11: Reference answer provided in question 2.

Q12. Is a contractor‐provided electronic scheduling/metrics program authorized to be installed on government provided office computers? If not, will the office space provided support hot‐spot internet access to allow connectivity of non‐government networked, contractor provided computer equipment?

A12: Contractor‐provided electronic scheduling/metrics program more then likely are not be permitted to be installed on a Government computer. Details on the specific program would need to be reviewed by the organization before a final determination can be provided. Ability for contractor to provide their own hot spot, internet access, on their own computer in the office location is a possibility.

Q13. Can the Government confirm whether there is, or is not, any existing exercise or strengthening program equipment that the contractor will have access to for this program? If so, can a detailed list be provided?

A13. Reference answer provide in question 4.

Q14. Other than office space provided, is there additional space for the OHWS Specialist to conduct assessments, evaluations, and treatments for aircrew members? If so, can the government provide a detailed floor plan for space available to the program?

A14. Reference answer provide in question 4.

Q15. It is unclear if the Government is asking for a Physical Therapist (PT) and an Athletic Trainer (ATC) or if the Government is allowing the vendor to chose a PT or an ATC. Can the Government clarify if both LCATs are required as part of the solution or if it is up to the vendor to chose what best fits the proposed solution? If a PT is used as part of the vendor's solution, is the PT required to have an ATC license and a PT license?

A15. Contractor to provide proposed personnel to meet the full time and part time requirements, 52.212‐2 outlines the evaluation criteria that will be used when reviewing proposals. Contractor is responsible for determining the best solution that meets the requirements as outlined in the PWS and contract clauses and provisions, to include licensing of personnel.

Q16. Will the contractor have access to any physical fitness equipment?

A16 Reference answer to question 4.

Q17. How big is the workspace that will be dedicated to provide OHWS services?

A17. Reference answer to question 3

Q18. Is there any Neck and Back equipment provided to the contractor to provide OHWS services?

A18. Reference paragraph 4.1 and answer to question 4.

Q19. On (4) it state that "The Offeror shall provide documentation on the qualification, certifications, training of the proposed individual."

This statement alludes to a one (1) FTE solution which the PWS states that a PT is preferred. However, the PWS identifies 3 labor categories (Physical Therapist, Athletic Trainer, and a Certified Strength Coach. Can the Government provide some clarity? Is the expectation for the Offerors to select the LCAT that best fits their solution, or are the Offerors to provide pricing for all three LCATs? Or are the Offerors to provide a Certified Strength Coach and decide between a PT or an ATC?

A19. Reference paragraph 5.0 and 5.5 as well as provisions 52.212‐1 and 52.212‐2. Contractor to provide their proposed solution to provide services as outlined in the performance work statement. Per 52.212‐2 reference the evaluation criteria and how the plans will be evaluated.