Weapons Simulator

2026-11-03

Amandment 1 : Extended the solicitation period to 20 FEB , 2026 . This allows for vendors to have time to consider the answers to the questions that are posted and adjust potential bids accordingly . Amendment 2 : Attatched the question and answer form to the solicitation , which answers questions asked by vendors . Amendment 3 : Added evaluation criteria and required documents and extended solicitation to 27 FEB 2026 . Amendment 4 : Further elaborated on the salient characteristics of the weapon simulator and extended the date of which offers are due to Thursday 12 March . The purpose of this solicitation is to procure a Virtual Weapons Simulator for the 23d Security Forces Squadron ( 23 SFS ) at Moody Air Force Base . This capability is essential to meeting the training requirements outlined in DAFI 36 ‑ 2646 and to ensuring Defenders are fully prepared to execute their mission across the full spectrum of installation defense operations . The requirement for a virtual weapons simulator is established in DAFI 36 ‑ 2646 as a foundational training capability for Security Forces . This system enables realistic and interactive weapons instruction designed to enhance marksmanship proficiency , support Congressionally mandated Shoot / No ‑ Shoot training , and provide a safe , resource ‑ efficient alternative to exclusive reliance on live ‑ fire ranges . By reducing the consumption of ammunition and minimizing range maintenance demands , the simulator contributes directly to Air Force resource stewardship . DAFI 36 ‑ 2646 , Section 3 . 13 . 4 . 2 – Weapons SimulatorA weapons simulator is defined as a training device that supports the development and sustainment of mission ‑ essential skills to a prescribed standard of competency for specific operational tasks and duty positions . Security Forces units are required to employ weapons training simulators capable of generating realistic use ‑ of ‑ force engagement scenarios , enabling Defenders to train against threats across the full spectrum of installation defense operations . These systems must support tactical weapons employment for all weapons assigned to the unit ’ s mission and provide an effective tool for Airmen conducting marksmanship training . The simulator also serves as a valuable refresher capability , reinforcing muscle memory for personnel who fire less frequently . Space requirements vary based on the system configuration and the weapons supported . Additional technical specifications are outlined in Attachment 3 of the instruction . To meet these requirements , the virtual weapons simulator must integrate both hardware and software components , including a mixed ‑ reality combat simulation environment , AI ‑ enabled after ‑ action review tools , and intelligent adversary behavior modeling . The system must incorporate head ‑ mounted displays , weapon sensors , recoil ‑ enabled weapon simulators , KWA LM4 weapons and magazines , a Wi ‑ Fi ‑ enabled command terminal laptop , and full warranty coverage . The platform must support simultaneous training for a four ‑ person fire team while also allowing for individual training sessions . Haptic feedback suits are an essential requirement , addressing a current capability gap in which trainees receive no physical indication of being hit during simulated engagements . These suits provide immediate tactile feedback when a trainee is struck by simulated enemy fire , reinforcing realistic decision ‑ making and enhancing overall training effectiveness . The weapon simulatorMUST be head - mounted . The weapon simulatorMUST be mobile . The weapon simulatorMUST come with 4 of the required KWA LM4 rifles . The weaponsMUST be the same size , weight and recoil of a standard issue M4 . The weapon simulatorMUST be able to support at least 4 users simultaneaously . The weapon simulatorMUST include Haptic Feedback Suits . EVALUATION FACOTRS FOR AWARDThe Government will issue a purchase order to the responsible offeror whose quotation , conforming to the solicitation , is determined to represent the best value to the Government , price and other factors considered . The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers : Price : The price evaluation will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable ( LPTA ) approach . The award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable ( LPTA ), where the total price will be evaluated to determine the best value to the Government . Technical Capability : Contractor must provide documentation that demonstrates ability to meet all technical requirements in the solicitation . The offer must meet all technical requirements stated in the solicitation . Past Performance : Performance Quality Assessment . The government will determine how well the offeror performed on past contracts that are both recent and relevant , and , based on an integrated assessment , assign a rating of " Acceptable " or " Unacceptable " as described . ( Acceptable : Based on the offeror ' s performance record , the Government has a reasonable expectation that the Offeror will successfully perform the required effort , or the Offeror ' s performance record is unknown .) ( Unacceptable : Based on the Offeror ' s performance record , the Government has no reasonable expectation that the Offeror will able to successfully perform the required effort .) INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORSSolicitation No : FA483026Q0002Requirement : 23 SFS Weapons SimulatorRFQ due date : 12 March 2026 , 10 : 00 AM EST . Interested parties shall submit their quotations electronically to either POC . Company Name : ____________Unique Entity ID Number ( UEID ): ____________Cage Code : _______________ * Number of Employees_____________ * Total Yearly Revenue_______________ * Information required determining size of business for the NAICS referenced above . Quotation Contents : Capability Statement : A detailed narrative explaining how the offerors capablitiesPrice Breakdown : Breakdown of cost elementsProdcut Specification Sheet : Detailed description of product being provided . For any questions regarding this solicitation : Email jacob . turner . 28 @ us . af . mil and CC nasir . smith . 1 @ us . af . mil . zip files are not an acceptable format for the Air Force Network and will not go through our email system . The Government intends to award purchase order without discussion ; therefore , offerors should quote their best price . All companies must be registered in the System for Award Management at https :// www . sam . gov / portal / public / SAM / to be considered for award . The Government will not provide contract financing for this acquisition . Invoice instruction shall be provided at time of award .

Georgia

2026-04-29