Bid guide
How to bid on Optimizing Human Weapon System (OHWS) for DEPT of the Army
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Army is seeking information for human performance optimization services for fighter aircrew at the Portland Air National Guard Base in Portland, Oregon. This includes injury prevention, rehabilitation exercise, spinal health support, and general performance optimization for the 142d Wing.
This is a request for information (RFI), meaning the agency is gathering details from potential vendors to help shape a future solicitation. Responding to an RFI can help your company influence the final requirements and demonstrate your capabilities early.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This RFI was published on July 21, 2026. Responses are due by August 05, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. This deadline is for submitting your information to the agency.
Since this is an RFI, there is no award directly tied to this deadline. Instead, the agency will review all submitted information to refine its understanding of the market and its needs for a potential future solicitation.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses specializing in healthcare, particularly those with expertise in athletic training, physical therapy, rehabilitation, and massage therapy. Firms with experience in human performance optimization, especially for high-performance individuals or military personnel, would be well-suited.
The requirement specifies providing a full-time athletic trainer and a part-time licensed massage therapist, indicating a need for firms that can staff these specific roles and manage their schedules, including adjustments for drills and night flying.
How to respond to this RFI
To access the full details and respond to this RFI, you will need to go to the original source portal. Click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.
You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all associated documents, though for some bids, documents are publicly accessible without an account.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
When responding to an RFI, focus on clearly demonstrating your capabilities and experience relevant to the specific services requested, such as injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance optimization. Highlight your ability to provide qualified personnel like athletic trainers and licensed massage therapists.
Address how your services can meet the objectives of reducing injuries, improving readiness, and supporting aircrew retention. If you have experience working with military or high-performance populations, be sure to include that information. Provide concise and clear answers to any specific questions posed in the RFI to show your understanding of the agency's needs.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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