National Advanced Driving Simulator (NADS)
ID: 693JJ925RQ000037Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION693JJ9 NHTSA OFFICE OF ACQUISTIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20590, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

GENERAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY R&D SVCS; GENERAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY; R&D FACILITIES & MAJ EQUIP (AJ15)

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https://sam.gov/opp/94001a7768f84f0a852c27fd63db010c/view
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    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking qualified contractors to provide continued access and support for the National Advanced Driving Simulator (NADS) located at the University of Iowa. The primary objective of this procurement is to facilitate research on driver behavior, vehicle dynamics, and advanced vehicle systems through the operation and maintenance of NADS and its associated simulators. This initiative is crucial for NHTSA's mission to enhance traffic safety and reduce vehicle-related injuries and fatalities, leveraging high-fidelity simulations to inform systems design and driver performance analysis. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their Corporate Capability Statements by the deadline of 15 days from the publication of this notice, with inquiries directed to Michelle Shanahan at michelle.shanahan@dot.gov or Vincent C. Lynch at vincent.lynch@dot.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michelle Shanahan
    (202) 366-6715
    michelle.shanahan@dot.gov
    Vincent C. Lynch
    (202) 366-9568
    vincent.lynch@dot.gov
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    Draft SOW NADS IDIQ 2025 .pdf
    The National Advanced Driving Simulator (NADS) Use and Support Services Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract outlines the requirements for contractors to provide qualified personnel, materials, and services to support research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The contract encompasses various tasks, including the operation and maintenance of NADS and related simulators, with a focus on human factors, engineering, vehicle dynamics, and data analysis. Task Orders will be issued to define specific research projects, utilizing different types of simulators to simulate real-world driving scenarios. Key components include labor categories ranging from technical project managers to medical safety advisors, emphasizing the need for diverse expertise to fulfill research needs. The contract is structured with a cost-reimbursement basis for service provision while also specifying fixed-price elements for simulator usage. Quality control processes, monthly reporting, and requirements for protecting human subjects in research are also detailed, reinforcing the contract's commitment to safety and effective research execution. The contract has a performance period extending till March 2032, ensuring NHTSA's continued access to advanced driving research capabilities.
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