736 SFS - Virtual Reality Training Simulator
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 36 CONS LGC office at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, is soliciting quotes for a Virtual Reality Training Simulator for the 736 SFS. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside acquisition for a portable, immersive VR system designed for military mission rehearsal. Quotes are due May 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a Virtual Reality Training System that meets specific salient characteristics, as detailed in Attachment 1. Key requirements include:
- Portability & Immersion: Must be a portable, secure, immersive VR solution, operable offline on a closed network, and packable into a single 50 lbs. hardened case for quick setup.
- User Support: Supports 1-8+ simultaneous users, including 1 instructor and 1-4 role players, accommodating single-user, team-based, and Force-on-Force configurations.
- Hardware: Requires a minimum 11-inch tablet for the instructor console, enterprise-grade 4K VR headsets with 2-hour runtime and hot-swappable batteries, and an "inside-out" VR tracking system.
- Weapon Simulation: Must support standard service rifle platforms with dry-fire conversion kits (CO2/gas or inert gas recoil), inert gas recoil training pistols, and integration with operational service pistols. It must also support Conducted Energy Weapons (CEW) and inert chemical/OC spray trainers.
- Software: Features an integrated tool for scenario creation/modification, simulation of Day, Night, and NVG lighting, and variable active/passive virtual threats. Built-in scenarios for Mission Rehearsal, Hostage Rescue, and Close Quarters Battle are required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quotes - RFQ) for commercial items.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Product Service Code: 6910 (Training Aids).
- Response Due: May 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM Chamorro Standard Time (CHST).
- Published: May 6, 2026.
- Delivery: Required within 180 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO), FOB Destination.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government, representing the best value. Evaluation factors include acceptability (meeting minimum requirements in Attachment 1 - Salient Characteristics), price, and delivery terms. Offers exceeding 180 days ARO may be deemed unacceptable.
Submission & Contact
- Submission Method: Email quotes to SSgt Thomas Prospere (thomas.prospere@us.af.mil) and A1C Austin Johnson (austin.johnson.54@us.af.mil).
- Questions Deadline: May 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM ChST.
- Eligibility: Firms must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM) database. Quotes must include Unique Entity Identity, CAGE code, and small business status.
- Attachments: Attachment 1 (Salient Characteristics) and Attachment 2 (Provisions and Clauses) are incorporated by reference.