Air National Guard (ANG) F-16 Weapons System Simulator Training (WSST)
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 National Guard Bureau (NGB) is conducting a Sources Sought / Market Survey to identify qualified sources for F-16 Weapon System Simulator Training and Support (WSST) services. This effort aims to provide combat-capable F-16 aircrews for the U.S. Air Force, Air National Guard, and Foreign Military Sales customers. Performance will be at the 149th Fighter Wing in San Antonio, TX, and the 162nd Wing in Tucson, AZ. Responses will help determine the availability of qualified vendors and potential for a small business set-aside. Capability packages are due by April 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for non-personal services encompassing all personnel, equipment, supplies, and support necessary for the F-16 WSST program. Key areas include:
- F-16 Combat Aircrew Training (CAT): Academic instruction, Aircrew Training Device (ATD) instruction, mission briefings/debriefings.
- Courseware Development (CWD): Developing, producing, updating, and revising courseware materials.
- Training Support Functions: Program flying training management, evaluation, analysis, scheduling, IT support, learning centers, internal workforce training, and resource protection.
- Specialized Support: Data-Link and Weapons Director (WD) Operations, International Military Sales Office (IMSO) support, and Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) program coordination. Contractors must comply with security requirements, including potential SECRET clearance for classified information, and ensure personnel meet specific F-16 instructor qualifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey (not a formal solicitation)
- Anticipated Duration: One 11-month base year, followed by four 12-month option years.
- Set-Aside: To be determined based on market research; potential for small business set-aside.
- Questions Due: April 8, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT
- Responses Due: April 15, 2026, 11:30 AM EDT
- Published: March 18, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should submit a capability package (max 15 pages) addressing:
- Company business size, status (e.g., Small Business, 8(a), SDVOSB), and anticipated teaming arrangements.
- Technical understanding of the requirement.
- Key personnel experience in F-16 WSST support.
- Documented past performance in WSST services.
- Ability to recruit and retain qualified personnel for San Antonio and Tucson.
- Recommended contract strategy (type, options, CLIN structure).
- Identification of potential risks or challenges.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning and market research purposes only; it is not a solicitation, and responses are not offers. The draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) is provided for industry comments and is subject to change. All information marked proprietary will be protected.