N059--648-27-1-4036-0001 New V-Armed Software License Warranty and Operator - VA Police CS: TYRONE WHALEN Estimated POP: 10/01/2026 - 09/30/2027

SOL #: 36C260-27-AP-0120Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs, Department Of
260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)
VANCOUVER, WA, 98661, United States

Place of Performance

Vancouver, WA

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

PSC

Installation Of Equipment: Electrical And Electronic Equipment Components (N059)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
May 20, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Jun 5, 2026, 12:00 AM

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 Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified sources capable of providing V-Armed Software License Warranty and Operator services for the Portland VA Medical Center in Vancouver, WA. This effort aims to ensure the continued operation and maintenance of the V-Armed Virtual Reality Simulator for VA Police training and potential Veteran Care. Responses are due by June 04, 2026, 5:00 pm (PT).

Scope of Work

The requirement includes providing:

  • Software licenses and updates for V-Armed components such as Scenario Launcher, After Action-Review, Scenario Editor, and Motive System Launcher (Opti-Track).
  • A hardware warranty for repair and/or replacement of V-Armed System equipment malfunctions (excluding operator error or misuse).
  • An onsite operator technician responsible for ongoing maintenance, operations, programming, and troubleshooting of the system. The operator must be credentialed and sponsored by V-Armed, pass background investigations, and work 40 hours per week onsite at the VA Portland HCS – Vancouver Division.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought Notice (Market Research)
  • Estimated Period of Performance: October 01, 2026 – September 30, 2027
  • NAICS: 611430 Professional and Management Development Training
  • Response Due: June 04, 2026, 5:00 pm (PT)
  • Published: May 20, 2026

Submission Requirements

Interested contractors should provide:

  • Company Name, address, point of contact, phone number, email address, and UEI.
  • Business size designation (e.g., SDB, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, VOSB, EDWOSB, WOSB, Small Business, Large Business).
  • Indication of Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) and if it's under Group 66 III Cat 605-2A.
  • A brief capability statement (maximum two pages) demonstrating the ability to provide the required V-Armed Software License Warranty and Operator services as outlined in the Draft Statement of Work.

Additional Notes

This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Quotation (RFQ) or a promise to issue one. The U.S. Government is not seeking quotes or proposals at this time and will not pay for any costs incurred in responding. Responses will be used to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy.

People

Points of Contact

Tyrone WhalenContract OfficerPRIMARY
Craig RitcheySECONDARY

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