The Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) seeks proposals for a C2 Airfield Damage Repair Simulator Modular Training System, part of an initiative to enhance training capabilities for Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery. The project entails providing six Virtual Sand Tables (VST) and one mobile VST to facilitate collaborative training in Extended Reality (XR) environments. This system aims to minimize the resources and time needed for real-world training, allowing for the design of specific scenarios to meet training needs for airmen in various operational settings, including Main Operating Bases and Forward Operating Sites. Deliverables encompass the simulators, detailed user manuals, and onsite training for personnel. Performance will be assessed based on the delivery quality and timeliness, with the contract spanning from August 2024 to August 2025. Adherence to security protocols is also mandated throughout the project. The objectives emphasize improving training efficiency and effectiveness through innovative technology and collaboration.

The 35th Contracting Office at Misawa Air Base, Japan, intends to award a sole-source contract to DS2 LLC for the provision of an Airfield Damage Repair Virtual Sand Table, pursuant to FAR 13.501(a) and DAFFARS 5313.501. This product is specifically tailored to meet academic needs and has been validated by Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) and the Civil Engineer Schoolhouse. The contract includes the supply of several items: three 65-Inch Smart Televisions, one instructor podium, necessary cables, a 3D RADR model kit, as well as delivery, installation, and training services. The government asserts that DS2 LLC is the only vendor capable of fulfilling these requirements. Interested vendors may present evidence of their ability to meet the specifications by contacting the Contract Specialist, SrA Aiyana Scott, by email before the specified deadline. The document clarifies that this notice is not a solicitation for offers and does not imply a contract will be awarded to any respondent. This notice illustrates the government's intention to streamline procurement through a sole-source award while still allowing for potential competition under certain conditions.

The document presents a Single Source Justification for acquiring a C2 Airfield Damage Repair Simulator (Virtual Sand Table) by the 35 Contracting Squadron at Misawa AB, Japan. This simulator is essential for the Civil Engineering Squadron's Technical Training School curriculum, comprising specific equipment like smart televisions, an instructor podium, and a 3D model kit. The justification highlights that only DS2 provides the approved training scenarios necessary for academic use, ensuring the continuity of a specialized curriculum developed by the Air Force Civil Engineering Center (AFCEC). Although interest was expressed by another manufacturer, their product did not meet the specific academic requirements. The contracting officer concluded that this situation warranted a single-source acquisition per federal regulations. Steps to avoid future sole-source awards include conducting comprehensive market research and consulting with AFCEC and the CES Schoolhouse to explore potential alternative providers. This document underscores the importance of specialized training tools in military education and the procurement processes involved in securing them.