T-38A Virtual Reality Part Task Trainer (VRPTT) Maintenance
Overview
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 United States Air Force (USAF) is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Synopsis for T-38A Virtual Reality Part Task Trainer (VRPTT) Maintenance at Whiteman Air Force Base, MO. This effort aims to identify potential sources and gauge small business interest to determine the best acquisition strategy, including the possibility of a Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by June 24, 2026.
Purpose
This Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The USAF is conducting market research to increase competition for this requirement by identifying capable sources and assessing whether the requirement can be satisfied with a Small Business Set-Aside. Information gathered will inform the government's acquisition strategy.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for the maintenance of the T-38A Virtual Reality Part Task Trainer (VRPTT), as detailed in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) dated April 23, 2026. Key tasks include:
- Routine equipment and software sustainment maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
- Replacement of faulty parts to restore full operational capability for pilot training.
- Implementing semi-permanent or permanent changes to the device and software to match aircraft characteristics and upgrades.
- Documenting maintenance and sustainment on AF form 781.
- Preventative Maintenance (PM): Quarterly events including hardware inspection, cleaning, diagnostics, calibration, software verification, and functional checks.
- Corrective Maintenance (CM): Acknowledgment within 24 business hours, on-site response within 24 business hours for non-remote issues, and return to operations within 48 business hours.
- Software Maintenance: Installation of OEM updates, patches, and security updates within 10 business days of release and compatibility confirmation.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought
- NAICS Code: 541512 - Computer Systems Design Services
- SBA Size Standard: $34,000,000
- Anticipated Duration: Base year of 12 months and four option years.
- Place of Performance: Whiteman Air Force Base, MO, 13th Bomb Squadron.
- Response Due: June 24, 2026, 9:00 PM ET
- Published: June 8, 2026
Requirements & Capabilities
Potential sources must be capable of performing the described maintenance services and possess the necessary licensing for the T-38 VRPTT system. The government is interested in all potential sources, including Small Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, 8(a) businesses, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, HUBZone Small Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses. Contractor personnel must be trained engineers and maintenance staff, easily recognizable, and adhere to OPSEC requirements.
Action Items
Interested vendors must select the "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" button on SAM.gov to participate in this market research. Questions regarding this announcement should be submitted via email to Justin.mccoy.4@us.af.mil and lynnann.duchene@us.af.mil.
Important Notes
This SSS does not constitute a solicitation or a promise to issue one. Information is subject to change, and responses may not be returned. Non-response will not preclude participation in future solicitations.