Solicitation - AFCCC Mixed Reality LIVE Simulation
ID: FA330025R1515Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA3300 42 CONS CCMAXWELL AFB, AL, 36112-6334, USA

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Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

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EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER (U099)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of the Air Force, through the 42nd Contracting Squadron, is soliciting proposals from small businesses for the provision of Mixed Reality Live Simulation (MRLS) services at the LeMay Center in Montgomery, Alabama. The objective is to enhance leadership, crisis intervention, and personnel management training through immersive simulations utilizing virtual avatars and real-time human actors. This initiative is critical for improving operational readiness and effectiveness within the military, emphasizing the government's commitment to involving small businesses in defense technology projects. Proposals are due by November 28, 2024, and interested parties should contact Brian Thornton at brian.thornton.15@us.af.mil or Kimberly A. Knott at kimberly.knott.1@us.af.mil for further information.

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    The Air Force Chaplain Corps College (AFCCC) seeks a contractor to provide Mixed Reality Live Simulation (MRLS) services through a Virtual Avatar Laboratory (VAL) to enhance leadership, crisis intervention, and personnel management training. The vendor will facilitate live simulations utilizing virtual avatars and real-time human actors, allowing participants to engage in immersive, interactive scenarios. Key deliverables include access to the VAL for simultaneous simulations, development of tailored educational scenarios within a 36-hour turnaround, and consultations with Immersive Learning Specialists to refine training effectiveness. Security and access requirements for contractor personnel include adherence to installation regulations and a low-risk suitability assessment. The contractor will ensure compliance through monthly reports detailing simulation sessions, feedback mechanisms for scenario design, and consultation efforts. The project underscores AFCCC's commitment to innovative training solutions for effective leadership development within the Air Force.
    The document outlines a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) FA330025R1515, focusing on terms and conditions applicable to government contracts, emphasizing compliance with various statutes and executive orders. It details clauses around engaging in contracts involving telecommunications, cybersecurity, foreign business operations, and compliance with regulations protecting whistleblower rights. Key clauses incorporated include stipulations on the safeguarding of defense information, requirements for compensation regarding former Department of Defense officials, and prohibitions related to telecommunications from adversarial entities. The document mandates electronic submission of payment requests through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system and sets forth representations regarding business operations concerning sensitive international issues, such as engagements with regimes like Maduro's or policies affecting the Xinjiang region. With specific attention to supporting small businesses and disadvantaged groups, the document reinforces the government's commitment to fair competition, accountability, and ethical interactions among contractors. The structure is methodical, listing clause references alongside their descriptions, signifying mandatory compliance, thereby serving as a comprehensive guide for potential contractors preparing bids for government contracts. This RFP aims to ensure a transparent, accountable, and secure procurement process while adhering strictly to regulatory and ethical standards.
    The document is a solicitation notice identified as FA330025Q1515 for the AFCCC Mixed Reality LIVE Simulations project. It clarifies that this is a new contract and not a continuation from any previous provider. As of November 14, 2024, only one question was submitted regarding the solicitation, indicating limited engagement from potential bidders. The document's structure includes an introductory statement about the contract’s nature, a question-and-answer format addressing inquiries, and a digital signature validating the information. This solicitation reflects the federal government's initiative to explore innovative training simulations, indicating a focus on enhancing operational readiness and effectiveness within the military or related sectors. The streamlined communication and formal inquiry response are characteristic of government RFP processes, aimed at transparency and engagement with service providers.
    The 42nd Contracting Squadron is soliciting proposals from small businesses for the purchase of Mixed Reality Live Simulation systems for the Air Force's LeMay Center. The request emphasizes that only small businesses may submit proposals. Responses are due by November 28, 2024, with a firm fixed-price award anticipated. Key deliverables include virtual avatar lab services, new and modified scenario designs, and training sessions for Air Force faculty. Proposals must include a detailed technical solution, past performance evidence, and pricing. Offerors must be registered in the DoD Systems for Award Management (SAM) by submission time. Technical acceptability will be assessed on a pass/fail basis, complemented by an evaluation of past performance and pricing. Proposals will be ranked based on total evaluated price, with the potential for the government to select an offer even if not the lowest bid, should past performance justifications support it. The document also outlines the roles of associated personnel and instructions for submission, along with provisions for bidder inquiries through an appointed ombudsman. This comprehensive solicitation reflects the government's commitment to involving small businesses in critical defense technology initiatives while maintaining competitive procurement standards.
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