736 SFS - Virtual Reality Training Simulator
Overview
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NAICS
PSC
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, 36th Wing (PACAF) at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice for a Virtual Reality Training Simulator for the 736 SFS unit. This initiative aims to identify potential sources capable of providing a portable, immersive, and deployable VR system for military mission rehearsal. Responses are due by April 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM Chamorro Standard Time (CHST).
Scope of Requirement
The government seeks a Virtual Reality Training Simulator that meets specific salient characteristics detailed in Attachment 1. Key requirements include:
- Portability & Deployability: Must be a 2-person system, pack into a single hardened case (48"x20"x9", 50 lbs), and be set up within minutes without requiring fixed training or planning facilities.
- Immersion & Integration: The system must allow users to conduct virtual missions using their own service weapons (converted to dry-fire with full recoil via CO2 system), and integrate with communications and other devices.
- Functionality: Must operate without an internet connection, support 1-8+ users (including 1 instructor and 1-4 role players), and enable single-user, team, and force-on-force training.
- Scenario Capabilities: Ability to build/edit scenarios and provide feedback, with included scenarios such as Mission Rehearsal, Hostage Rescue, CQB, Use of Force Decision Making, Crisis Intervention, and De-Escalation.
- Hardware: Requires an 11" Samsung tablet with a protective case for the instructor console (no additional servers or computers needed) and enterprise-grade 4K resolution headsets with 2 hours run time and hot-swappable batteries.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 333310
- Response Due: April 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM CHST (April 14, 2026, at 2:00 AM Eastern Standard Time)
- Published: April 5, 2026
Submission & Important Notes
This is solely for information and planning purposes and is not a Request for Proposals (RFP) or Quotes (RFQ). Responses are strictly voluntary and do not constitute an offer, nor will the government pay for any costs incurred in responding.
- Submission: Email a technical specification sheet for the Virtual Reality Training Simulator to A1C Austin Johnson (austin.johnson.54@us.af.mil) and SSgt Daniel Callahan (daniel.callahan.7@us.af.mil).
- Contact: Austin L. Johnson (austin.johnson.54@us.af.mil, 315-362-4695) or Daniel P. Callahan (daniel.callahan.7@us.af.mil, 671-366-3673).