6910--Brand Name or Equal - Police Training Simulator
ID: 36C26325Q0566Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

PSC

TRAINING AIDS (6910)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/54ffe1ca2aaa4528aeee07ee1f127953/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential vendors capable of supplying a Police Training Simulator, specifically the VirTra 100 LE model, along with necessary accessories, installation, training, and maintenance services. This procurement aims to enhance the training capabilities for law enforcement personnel and requires respondents to be authorized distributors or manufacturers of equivalent products. Interested vendors must submit a non-binding expression of interest, including company details and socio-economic classifications, by March 20, 2025, to Contract Specialist Dennis Salmonsen at dennis.salmonsen@va.gov. This notice serves as a preliminary market research tool and does not constitute a solicitation for bids or proposals.

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    Dennis SalmonsenContract Specialist
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    dennis.salmonsen@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice to gather information for a potential procurement of a Police Training Simulator, specifically the VirTra 100 LE model, along with its accessories, installation, training, and maintenance services. This notice aims to perform market research and determine the capability of vendors to supply these products and services, requiring respondents to be authorized distributors or manufacturers of equivalent products. Interested vendors are asked to submit a non-binding expression of interest and demonstrate their qualifications, including their business size and socio-economic classifications (e.g., SD/VOSB, small, or large business). The Notice specifies a response deadline of March 20, 2025, and outlines necessary information companies must provide, including company details and GSA contracts if applicable. The request encourages clear communication regarding the draft Statement of Work (SOW) and makes it clear that responses to this notice don't equate to an official solicitation or contract offer. The overarching intention of this endeavor is to inform acquisition decisions as the VA seeks to enhance training capabilities for law enforcement personnel while ensuring compliance with the Buy American Act if applicable.
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