Engineering company KBR has signed a subcontract from Bering Straits Information Technologies to provide human performance optimization (HPO) services for US Air Force bases.
The HPO is part of US Department of Defense efforts to boost the operability of airmen by training their cognitive and physical capabilities.
The initiative will also aid aircrew and warfighters to minimize occupational injuries, accelerate their return to duty, and secure combat readiness.
‘Crucial Mission’
Under the agreement, KBR will deliver “resiliency and well-being” solutions for US Air Force personnel stationed domestically and overseas.
KBR will leverage its five decades of experience in wider health and human performance projects throughout the program.
The company has a track record of similar programs with previous Pentagon and NASA initiatives, including the management of mental and physical readiness of US Special Operations Forces and American astronauts.
“KBR has an exceptional team of brilliant physicians, athletic trainers, physical therapists, behavioral health professionals, and other human performance experts,” KBR Government Solutions US President Byron Bright stated.
“Their expertise shines through, and this win is a testament to their dedication.”
“We are thrilled to collaborate with Bering Straits Information Technologies and the US Air Force on this crucial mission to elevate military readiness to unprecedented heights, building upon our past successes.”
10-Year Initiative
Bering received the primary contract for the HPO program alongside five other industry partners earlier this month.
The company was awarded the deal after a competitive acquisition comprising 11 offers pitched to the government.
Work for the $988-million project will run for 10 years, according to the US Department of Defense notice.