Performance Work Statement - Gym Rental Services - CWM VAMC

Performance Work Statement
Relocate Gerofit Off-Campus Temporarily

GENERAL

The VA Gerofit Program is a supervised exercise program that promotes health and wellness for Veterans. As a part of Gerofit, Veterans are given a personal exercise program based on their physical profile and goals. Participants have shown improved health, physical function and well-being.” (va.gov – Geriatric and Extended Care) Due to multiple Leeds Campus construction projects, the Gerofit space in Building 11 is currently undergoing renovations. During FY 2026, the Gerofit Program continued to serve Veteran’s using the facilities at the Northampton Athletic Club. Due to both construction contractor delays and Building 11 safety deficiencies, the renovations in Building 11 have not been completed in the time expected. To continue operation of the Gerofit program, with minimal disruption to the program, a new contract is requested for FY 2026.

Period of Performance: Firm 6-month and additional 6-month option Start Date of Performance: November 15, 2026 (FY 2027)

PROJECT SCOPE OF NEED

The Gerofit program requires access to a facility which can provide the following: Access 3 times per week to 2,000 – 3,000 square feet of enclosed or separated multi-purpose gym space where Gerofit staff can lead 20-25 people in an exercise class for 2.5 hours total. Gerofit staff must be able to access strong WIFI in space to provide livestream WebEx Class for Veterans who choose to attend virtually. Gerofit staff will use VA VPN once connected to the internet. Currently met by renting the Basketball Court on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 7:30 AM- 10 AM

Access for Veterans attending Gerofit Program to use the Gym’s Facilities and workout equipment and space while VA staff and volunteers assist or instruct participants as needed. VA staff and volunteers will be available to Veterans for 2.5 hours on the same days of week as the group classes and within 1-2 hour of the start of the day’s first class. A larger number and variety of equipment is appreciated, but at minimum should include the following: 10 cardio machines (i.e., 4 Treadmills, 3 Ellipticals or Recumbent Cross Trainers and 3 Stationary or Recumbent Bikes), a variety of strength machines which collectively allow for the strengthening of all major body parts, free weights and a free weight area which can fit at least 5 people, and a stretching area with exercise mats which can fit at least 4 people. Currently met by providing 50 memberships to Gerofit program for use on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 AM- 11 AM. During this time Gerofit participants use weight and cardio machines under the supervision and help of VA Gerofit Staff members.