Virtual Reality Mobile Aviation Simulation Services
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 USDA Forest Service, in collaboration with interagency partners, is seeking Virtual Reality Mobile Aviation Simulation Services to significantly enhance and evolve training capacity for aviation managers and tactical resources. This Solicitation requires the provision of equipment, support personnel, and potentially contracted instructors to deliver standard and custom course simulations. Proposals are due February 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will be responsible for providing virtual reality equipment and support personnel. Key responsibilities include collaborating with the government to develop and deliver entry-level, moderate, and advanced wildfire-based simulations for:
- Aerial supervisors (Air Tactical Group Supervisors, Helicopter Coordinators, Air Tactical Supervisors)
- Aerial firefighters (pilots)
- Helicopter Crew (Helitack, Shorthaul, and Rappel operations)
- Smokejumpers The scope may expand to include non-fire all-risk simulations and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Training operations will be conducted at various locations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product/Service Code: F003 - Forest/Range Fire Suppression/Presuppression Services
- Proposal Due: February 16, 2026, 8:00 PM ET
- Published: February 3, 2026, 3:50 PM ET
Key Requirements
Offerors must demonstrate capability to provide VR simulation equipment, support personnel, and potentially instructors. The ability to develop and deliver specialized aviation simulations for diverse roles and scenarios is critical.
Additional Information
Interested parties should review the attached documents, including "1202SA26R9700 VR Final.pdf", "PP_Questionnaire.pdf", and "Pricing sheet Final.xlsx", for comprehensive details and submission instructions. The primary point of contact is Kay Brundage.