Optimizing Human Weapon System
Overview
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Set Aside
Original Source
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force, specifically the 125 Fighter Wing (125 WFW) in Jacksonville, FL, is conducting a Sources Sought for market research to identify qualified sources for Human Performance Optimization (HPO) services. This initiative, titled "Optimizing Human Weapon System (OHWS)," aims to provide injury prevention, rehabilitation, and human performance optimization for rated personnel. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by April 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
The 125 Fighter Wing seeks services to perform injury prevention and mitigation, rehabilitation exercise services, and human performance optimization for rated personnel. Services will be similar to those found in a commercial facility but specialized for fighter aircrew. Key services include:
- Initial assessment of each aircrew member.
- Care for personnel seeking OHWS Specialist services.
- Subject matter expertise in pre-habilitation evaluation/assessment, injury prevention, accommodation processes, ergonomic assessment, remedial training, and optimized performance physical training (e.g., strength and conditioning).
Contractor resources may include licensed Physical Therapists, Athletic Trainers, Strength and Conditioning coaches, and Massage Therapists.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 621340 (Offices of Physical Therapists) with a $12.5 million size standard.
- PSC: Q518 (Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Services)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: April 23, 2026, 2:00 PM EST
- Published: April 17, 2026
- Place of Performance: Jacksonville, FL, USA (32218)
Response Requirements
Interested parties must submit responses electronically via email, including the attached Sources Sought Cover Sheet OHWS.pdf. Responses are limited to the cover sheet and five additional pages for past performance or experience. Submissions must include:
- Contractor's name, address, point of contact, phone number, email address, and CAGE code.
- Contractor's small business category (e.g., Small Business, SDVOSB, HUBZone, EDWOSB, 8(a)).
- A maximum of two examples of similar projects (size, scope, complexity) with brief descriptions, customer names, contract numbers, and dollar values.
- Additional relevant information on the contractor's experience/capabilities related to the proposed work.
Additional Notes
This is for informational and market research purposes only and is not a request for proposal, quotation, or bid. The Government is not obligated to award a contract and will not reimburse costs associated with responding. All interested parties must be registered in SAM.gov.