Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) Crew Gunnery Trainer, Training Systems
ID: M67854-25-I-0090Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDERQUANTICO, VA, 22134-6050, USA

NAICS

Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing (336992)

PSC

TRAINING AIDS (6910)

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https://sam.gov/opp/798d2efd41234cbcaf89a94092b998a8/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is seeking information from vendors regarding the development of a Crew Gunnery Trainer (CGT) to enhance training for Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) crews. The initiative aims to create immersive training systems that integrate with existing platforms, utilizing the Unreal Gaming Engine 5, and includes requirements for 3-D modeling, wireless linking of multiple CGTs, and support for diverse training scenarios. This procurement is crucial for improving training effectiveness and safety for ACV crews, with responses due by March 20, 2025. Interested parties should contact Shanna Laging at shanna.laging@usmc.mil or Matthew Mercer at matthew.mercer@usmc.mil for further information.

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    The Program Executive Officer - Land Systems (PEO LS) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) for a Crew Gunnery Trainer (CGT) to support Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) crew training and evaluation. This RFI serves as market research to gauge interest and capability from vendors, clarifying that it is not a solicitation for proposals. Contractors will need to create 3-D models of required components and integrate with existing training systems, utilizing the Unreal Gaming Engine 5. Requirements include the design and delivery of immersive training systems, wireless linking of multiple CGTs, and support for various training scenarios and capabilities. Interested parties must demonstrate their experience in training systems, provide feedback on the Government's acquisition approach, and specify the timeframe for delivery and production. Responses should adhere to a set format and are due by March 20, 2025, with no proposals being accepted at this stage. This initiative reflects the Government's aim to enhance training effectiveness and safety for ACV crews.
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