Virtual Reality Litigation Training
ID: FA301624Q5250Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA3016 502 CONS CLJBSA LACKLAND, TX, 78236-5286, USA

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Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is conducting market research for Virtual Reality Litigation Training services at Joint Base San Antonio - Randolph. The initiative aims to engage small businesses capable of delivering a comprehensive training program that utilizes virtual reality and AI-driven avatars to simulate courtroom legal scenarios, including the development of a web-based platform that supports audio and text inputs and interactive responses from avatars. This procurement reflects the government's commitment to enhancing legal training through innovative technology, with interested businesses required to confirm their small business status and submit their capabilities along with GSA contract information by November 29, 2024. For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Lt Col Finley at thomas.finley.1@us.af.mil.

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    The 19 AF/JA at Joint Base San Antonio - Randolph has issued a Request for Information (RFI) focused on acquiring Virtual Reality Litigation Training services. The RFI aims to engage qualified small businesses capable of delivering a comprehensive training program that utilizes virtual reality and AI-driven avatars to simulate courtroom legal scenarios. Key requirements include a web-based platform that supports audio and text inputs, the development of simulated courtroom environments, and the ability for avatars to provide interactive responses to trainees. Interested businesses are prompted to respond with their capabilities and GSA contract information by November 29, 2024. This RFI does not imply a contract award but seeks insights from the market. Companies are also asked to confirm their small business status under relevant NAICS codes (541511 and 513210) and any applicable SBA socio-economic classifications. Overall, this initiative reflects the government’s commitment to enhancing legal training through innovative technology.
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