Virtual reality (VR) training for suicide prevention
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 Army (Pennsylvania Army National Guard - PAARNG) is issuing a Sources Sought to identify potential sources capable of providing Virtual Reality (VR) training for suicide prevention. This includes VR-based goggles (estimated 50 units), training programs, resources, and a standalone training platform. The goal is to support and reinforce the Army’s Ask, Care, Escort suicide prevention program. Responses are due by 11:00 AM EST on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
- Acquisition of approximately 50 Virtual Reality (VR) based goggles.
- Development and provision of VR training programs and resources.
- Establishment of a standalone training platform with all necessary tools, materials, and equipment.
- VR training must provide immersive simulations to improve knowledge retention and dedicated training time.
- Contractor will collaborate with PAARNG stakeholders to collect and deliver data analytics post-training.
- Provide access to training scenarios and updates to the scenario library.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Submission Deadline: February 4, 2026, 11:00 AM EST
- Published Date: January 23, 2026
- Product Service Code: 5965 (Headsets, Handsets, Microphones And Speakers)
- Place of Performance: Annville, PA 17003, United States
Request Capabilities & Submission Requirements
The Government seeks contractors with demonstrated experience in VR training environments. Interested parties should ideally possess relevant DoW/Army contract experience and appropriate security clearances, though not required to respond. Capability statements (maximum 5 pages) should include:
- Company information (CAGE code, socioeconomic status).
- Relevant past performance examples (last 5 years).
- Technical approach for delivering VR training.
- Rough order of magnitude cost estimates.
- Key personnel qualifications.
- Customer references for comparable implementations.
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to purchase. No contract will be awarded based solely on responses. Respondents will not be reimbursed for costs incurred, and submissions become U.S. Government property. The Government reserves the right to use provided information for acquisition planning.