Visual Interactive Simulation Training Application (VISTA)
ID: N00178-25-Q-4226Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC DAHLGRENDAHLGREN, VA, 22448-5154, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- TRAINING/CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT (U008)

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https://sam.gov/opp/fbb59807d4bb495b901a6e4d24ae3a91/view
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    Posted Mar 21, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Mar 21, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 11, 2025, 4:30 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division, is seeking to negotiate a follow-on sole source contract for the Visual Interactive Simulation Training Application (VISTA) to be executed by the Canadian Commercial Corporation on behalf of Lockheed Martin Canada. This contract, structured as a Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) award, aims to provide modernization, maintenance, and upgrades of computer-based equipment simulations that support technician training through simulated technical training equipment. The Synthetic Maintenance Trainers (SMTs) will replicate fault scenarios akin to those encountered on actual equipment, enhancing the training experience for personnel. Interested parties can reach out to Nia Howell at nia.b.howell.civ@us.navy.mil or Michael T. Price at michael.price3@navy.mil for further details, with the procurement process being guided by the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304 (c) (1) and FAR Part 6.302-1 (a) (2) (iii).

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