Real-Time Virtual Injection and Bidirectional Test Interaction Capability
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 96th Test Systems Squadron (96 TSSQ), under the Department of the Air Force, is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) for a Real-Time Virtual Injection and Bidirectional Test Interaction Capability. This capability aims to support advanced weapons test activities on the Eglin Gulf Test and Training Range (EGTTR) by enabling deterministic, low-latency data exchange and closed-loop interaction between simulated environments and real-world test assets. Responses are due May 15, 2026.
Scope of Need
The Government seeks industry input on technologies and architectures for real-time interaction between virtual and physical munitions and aircraft. Key requirements include:
- Bidirectional, low-latency data exchange
- Deterministic timing and synchronization
- Real-time fusion of simulated and real-world telemetry
- High-assurance cross-domain data handling
- Closed-loop interaction between virtual and physical systems
Information Requested
Respondents should provide details on their technical approach, demonstrated capability, and vendor qualifications. Specific areas of interest include:
- Proposed architecture for real-time virtual injection.
- Methods for achieving deterministic, low-latency data flow and timing synchronization.
- Approaches for real-time fusion of simulated and real-world telemetry.
- Cross-domain solutions for multi-caveat closed-loop interaction.
- Verifiable past performance in real-time or distributed test systems, with evidence of technical maturity (Threshold: TRL 6, Objective: TRL 8).
- Corporate experience, technical staff qualifications, and cybersecurity maturity.
- Identification of technical risks, dependencies, and assumptions.
- Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) for prototype, integration, and sustainment, with schedule assumptions.
Response Structure & Criteria
The core response is limited to 10 pages, covering an Executive Summary, Technical Approach, Requirements Traceability Matrix, Risks/Assumptions, and ROM. Optional attachments (10 pages/slides) and an optional slide deck (15 slides) are permitted. Responses must isolate the System-of-Interest (SoI) and will be considered non-responsive if they fail to meet the TRL 6 minimum, lack verifiable past performance, provide only conceptual capabilities, or exceed page limits.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: May 15, 2026, 21:00 UTC
- Published: April 7, 2026
Submission
Responses must be submitted electronically to Mr. Anthony Aldrich at 96TSSQ.RNXT.RNXTRFI@US.AF.MIL. Proprietary information should be clearly marked. This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award.