Virtual Environment Trainer

SOL #: FA452826KH0001Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Air Force

FA4528 5 CONS

MINOT AFB, ND, 58705, United States

Place of Performance

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

PSC

Training Aids (6910)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3b36c07d598e45fca8934cd21ba8757a/view

Timeline

Posted

May 14, 2026

Response Deadline

May 29, 2026, 5:00 PM

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 Air Force, specifically the 91st Maintenance Group (MXG), has issued a Sources Sought notice for a Virtual Environment Trainer with expanded training modules. This requirement is for Minot AFB, ND, and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The trainer will simulate a launch facility environment to enhance training capacity. Responses are due May 29, 2026.

Purpose & Scope

The 91 MXG requires a Virtual Environment Trainer utilizing off-the-shelf (OTS) headgear and controls to simulate a launch facility environment. The contractor must provide software enabling up to four personnel to train simultaneously. Key training modules include SP 102 R&R and ASU Contact R&R and Adjustment, which should offer both guided and unguided modes. This trainer aims to increase training capacity and reduce demand on limited real-world resources, having demonstrated a 30% retention increase in training according to AETC. The software modules will be Air Force owned, with potential for future expansion.

Key Requirements

Software Provision: Supply software for up to 4 personnel to train in a Virtual Launch Facility Environment.
Training Modules: Include SP 102 R&R and ASU Contact R&R and Adjustment, with guided and unguided modes.
Government Access: The government will provide access to Launch Facilities and Trainers for contractor modeling, with strict prohibition against photographing or modeling classified components.
Security & Clearances: Contractor personnel must obtain required identification and comply with Minot AFB safety and security clearances. Access to operational Launch Facilities requires coordination.
Training: Provide initial "train the trainer" instruction on system use and maintenance.
Work Hours: Normal work hours are 0800-1600 CST, Monday-Friday, with off-hours work requiring prior written request.