FITNESS INSTRUCTORS FOR USCG TRAINING CENTER CAPE MAY

Quick Summary

The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified sources capable of providing Fitness Instructors for its Future Sentinel Preparatory Course (FSPC) at USCG Training Center Cape May, NJ. This course assists civilian volunteers in meeting physical fitness and body composition standards required for Coast Guard service. The USCG is seeking information on potential vendors, including their capabilities and GSA Schedules. Responses are due February 17, 2026.

Scope of Work

The USCG requires two (2) Fitness Instructors to provide structured fitness instruction and nutritional guidance. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading fitness sessions (cardiovascular, strength, flexibility, endurance).
• Conducting fitness assessments and monitoring student progress.
• Providing nutrition guidance.
• Maintaining records. The objective is to help recruits improve physical fitness to meet Coast Guard standards, pass the Boat Crew Physical Fitness Assessment, and graduate from Basic Recruit Training.

Contract & Timeline

• Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
• NAICS: 611620 - Sports and Recreation Instruction
• Product Service Code: U099 - Other Education And Training Services
• Set-Aside: None specified (Market Research)
• Place of Performance: USCG Training Center Cape May, 1 Munro Ave, Cape May, NJ, 08204.
• Period of Performance (Anticipated): One-year base period (May 1, 2026 - April 30, 2027) with four one-year option periods, extending through April 30, 2031.
• Work Schedule: 30-40 hours per week, 8-hour workdays, Monday through Saturday (5:30 am - 5:00 pm EST), with potential for work outside normal hours.
• Response Due: February 17, 2026, 8:00 PM EST.
• Published Date: February 4, 2026.

Special Requirements

• Qualifications: Certified fitness trainer with recognized accreditation, Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related field (or equivalent certification), CPR & First Aid certification, experience with diverse populations, strong communication skills, knowledge of nutrition, ability to motivate, and familiarity with military fitness standards.
• Personnel: Contractors must provide a Project Manager and qualified personnel. Services are non-personal.
• Reporting: Weekly fitness training schedules, fitness assessment reports, attendance documentation, and weekly program evaluation reports.
• Compliance: Adherence to Government regulations, Privacy Act, and safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
• Deliverables: Draft Project Plan (post-award), final Project Plan (30 business days), and Business Continuity Plan (BCP) (45 business days).
• Government Furnished: Facilities, property, equipment, and supplies will be provided.

Submission Instructions

Interested parties should submit a Capability Statement including:

• Organization name, address, website, and point of contact information.
• Socioeconomic status and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
• Details of existing government-wide acquisition contracts (GWACs) or strategically sourced contracts (e.g., GSA Schedule), including contract number, agency, and POC.
• Technical Capability and Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM).
• Any general comments or feedback. Submissions and questions must be emailed to Rosalyn Wooling at Rosalyn.a.wooling@uscg.mil by the response date. This is a market research notice; it is not a request for quotation, and the government is not obligated to respond or pay for costs incurred.