Welding Simulator
ID: FA500424Q0043Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5004 354 CONS PKEIELSON AFB, AK, 99702-2200, USA

NAICS

Welding and Soldering Equipment Manufacturing (333992)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS WELDING EQUIPMENT (3438)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/de0c089d366f42e596455e46cfbd7014/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is soliciting proposals for a VRTEX 360 Welding Simulator to enhance training for the 354th Maintenance Squadron at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska. The simulator must provide an immersive virtual reality experience that replicates real welding conditions, featuring various welding processes and positions, realistic sounds, and instant feedback on weld integrity. This procurement is part of a total small business set-aside initiative, emphasizing the importance of supporting small businesses while ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Interested vendors should direct inquiries to Kai Croghan or Marta Burke, with proposals due by March 31, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kai Croghan
    kai.croghan@us.af.mil
    Marta Burke
    (907) 377-0109
    marta.burke@us.af.mil
    Files
    Title
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    Brand name JA Welding Simulator - Signed.pdf
    The document outlines a Sole Source Justification for the acquisition of a VRTEX 360 Virtual Reality Welding Training Simulator for the 354th Maintenance Group based at Eielson Air Force Base. The justification emphasizes the need for a specialized, brand-name simulator to train personnel effectively for welding certification, highlighting that the VRTEX is the only equipment capable of providing realistic training experiences. The purchase is deemed necessary to reduce material waste and enhance training efficiency by simulating real welding conditions. The estimated contract cost is $66,956.36, categorized as a new contract under simplified acquisition procedures. The document details the market research conducted, confirming that multiple vendors can supply the VRTEX simulators, while underscoring the unique qualifications required to meet the government's training needs. The contracting officer asserts that fairness and reasonableness of the cost will be determined through competitive quotations. Overall, this justification serves to streamline the procurement process for essential training equipment while ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations, enabling effective training for airmen at the air force base.
    Brand Name JA Welding Simulator Redacted.pdf
    The document details a Sole Source Justification for the procurement of a VRTEX 360 Virtual Reality Welding Training Simulator for the 354th Maintenance Squadron (MXS). This simulator aims to enhance the training efficiency of Metals Tech personnel by providing an immersive learning environment that closely mimics real welding conditions. Key features include realistic welding sounds, visual simulations of sparks and slag, identification of welding errors, and instant feedback on weld integrity through virtual bend testing. The adoption of this technology is expected to minimize material waste, reduce gas usage, and save man-hours by allowing personnel to practice and refine their techniques in a controlled virtual setting. This justification falls under simplified acquisition procedures for specific commercial items, aligning with federal procurement practices.
    Solicitation - FA500424Q0043.pdf
    The document represents a federal solicitation for a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) to provide a Virtual Reality (VR) Welding Simulator. It includes essential details such as requisition and contract numbers, effective date, and point of contact information for inquiries. The primary item of focus is the VR Welding Simulator, which must meet specific technical requirements, including various welding processes and positions. The proposal stresses the need for adherence to standards concerning inspection, acceptance, and delivery logistics, with a delivery deadline set for March 31, 2025. Significant clauses are incorporated regarding payment processing, contract administration, and contractor responsibilities, particularly emphasizing electronic invoicing through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system. The document also includes clauses relating to compliance with federal regulations, supporting small businesses, and ensuring equitable practices. Overall, this solicitation underscores the government’s commitment to promoting WOSB participation while ensuring that specific technical and regulatory standards are met for the procurement of advanced training equipment.
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