N6134025R0062 SOURCES SOUGHT: Aviation Distributed Virtual Training Environment (ADVTE) III

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is a market research tool to determine potential and eligible vendors capable of providing the "United States Marine Corps (USMC) Aviation Distributed Virtual Training Environment (ADVTE) III" and its associated Tactical Environment (TEn) subsystem. This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) and does not constitute a solicitation. The government is seeking information to determine the acquisition method.

The anticipated contract action involves a technological upgrade of the current ADVTE equipment, including the TEn software and hardware baseline, or a different Semi-Automated Force (SAF) / Computer Generated Forces (SAF/CGF) solution. This includes:

• Upgrading ADVTE equipment at various USMC Aviation Training System (ATS) locations (e.g., MCAS Camp Pendleton, MCAS Miramar, MCAS Yuma, etc.) and potentially other locations.

• Enhancing or producing virtual/constructive training capabilities.

• Providing software configuration management and quick response modification for the TEn and associated subsystems.

• Updating software/hardware for TEn, DIS bridges, and ADVTE NASMP bridges.

• Performing testing and evaluation of updates.

• Assessing and correcting deficiencies in TEn, DIS bridge, and ADVTE NASMP bridge software.

• Providing training on ADVTE equipment operation.

• Procuring and delivering provisioned items for operation, maintenance, and repair.

• Ensuring systems meet Risk Management Framework Cybersecurity Requirements.

• Producing and delivering ADVTE and TEn source code, technical data, and information.

• Providing Contractor Field Services and/or Contractor Logistics Support.

• Providing a simulation database (CDB v1.2) with real-world imagery.

• Anticipated Contract Type: Single-award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract.

• Ordering Period: Up to sixty (60) months.

• Delivery Orders: Expected to contain fixed-price contract line items and cost line items.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but implies ongoing support and upgrades.

• This is a Sources Sought notice, not an RFP. Responses are voluntary.

• Interested small businesses should identify their size status relative to the NAICS code 541512 ($34M size standard).

• Capability summaries are requested, demonstrating the firm's ability to perform the requirements.

• Specific information required in the capability summary includes firm details, ownership, experience, security clearance capability, ability to perform at least 50% of the work, team management experience, technical skills, and detailed descriptions of previous relevant experience.

• Responses are due by 2 P.M. Eastern Standard Time on 29 Jul 2025.

• NAICS Code: 541512, size standard of $34M.

• Companies must identify their size status to aid in determining potential set-aside opportunities.

• Information regarding FAR 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting is provided, including recent deviations.

• The document explicitly states it is for informational purposes only and not a solicitation.

• No funds are available to pay for response preparation.

• Responses should be submitted electronically to the specified Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Sources Sought Notice for the United States Marine Corps (USMC) Aviation Distributed Virtual Training Environment (ADVTE) III. It serves as a market research tool to identify potential and eligible vendors capable of providing products and services related to the ADVTE III program. The USMC is seeking information on capabilities to modernize and implement updated ADVTE III equipment, including software and hardware, across various Marine Corps Air Stations and other locations. The program aims to provide integrated and networked training solutions for aviation readiness.

This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal. It is intended to gauge industry interest and capabilities before determining the acquisition method. Vendors interested in providing solutions for the ADVTE III program are encouraged to respond with a capabilities summary. The notice outlines the anticipated contract type (single-award IDIQ), detailed requirements for modernization, integration, testing, and training, as well as place of performance (CONUS and OCONUS). It also specifies the NAICS code (541512) and size standard ($34M), and provides detailed instructions for submitting capability summaries, including specific information required and page limitations. Responses are due by July 29, 2025.