Notice_of_Intent_to_Sole_Source_-_VR_Headset_1.pdf

RFQ No. 140D0426Q0866

United States Department of the Interior

INTERIOR BUSINESS CENTER

Washington, DC 20240

Notice of Intent to Sole Source Department of Interior (DOI)

Office of the Inspector General (OIG) Virtual Reality Simulation System

Agency Contact Information:

U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), Interior Business Center (IBC), Acquisition Services Directorate (AQD), 381 Elden Street, Suite 2000A, Herndon, VA 20170

Contracting Officer: Heather Watroba – Heather_Watroba@ibc.doi.gov

Proposed Action:

The Government intends to negotiate on a sole source basis, a firm-fixed-price (FFP) acquisition with Street Smarts, to provide a Virtual Reality Simulation System – one bundle.

Place of Performance:

381 Elden St, Ste 3000, Herndon, VA 20170

Description of Requirement:

DOI OIG OI requires one virtual reality training system for the DOI OIG OI Investigative Services Division (ISD). The training system will allow law enforcement personnel to train for use of force, firearms, and tactical situations utilizing virtual reality simulations. The VR training system will provide a virtual reality simulation where law enforcement personnel can develop their skills related to firearms, tactics, and use of force.

Component Parts Included Hardware

Computing Platform Alienware 18 Area-51 gaming laptop (Model AA18250), configured for SSVR VR operation

VR Headset HTC VIVE Focus Vision headset with included controllers and headset accessories

Tracked Training Accessories

SSVR OEM Glock 19 Accessory; SSVR OEM AR15;

SSVR Baton; SSVR Flashlight

Transport Case One Pelican 1650 Protector Case with protective foam or equivalent fitted interior

Supporting Items Tracker set, spare headset battery, face cushions, stands, power strip, and USB cable

Response Information:

This action is being processed in accordance with RFO FAR 12. The Street Smarts VR training system has unique capabilities in that it is the only headset that provides completely immersive 3D VR experience for the user. Other virtual police training systems do not meet the specifications of this headset-based training. The Street Smarts VR training system is fully immersive and allows the use of real-world replica weapons. They have a library of different training scenarios that is continually expanding. The situations are realistic in that the trainees can experience different factors such as time of day, weather, population density, Active Shooter response, Base Defense & Installation Security, etc. The

RFQ No. 140D0426Q0866 system’s solution enhances readiness by creating physical and emotional stressors and fosters proactive responses with the appropriate level of threat engagement. This solution also includes consumers’ future-proof features of content and software updates on a quarterly basis to address ever-changing requirements based on new agency policies, recent incidents, and strategic objectives. Market research demonstrates other contractors have not yet developed the technology that the Street Smarts VR training system is able to currently supply in their VR training system.

However, interested parties may identify their interest and capabilities regarding this requirement by submitting a capabilities statement by the date specified herein.

A 12-month base period is anticipated with two 12-month option periods for the software renewal only.

The Government will consider all capabilities statements received by 10:00 A.M. ET, Thursday, September 10, 2026. Please be advised that it is the offeror’s responsibility to ensure the Government receives your submission on or before the specified due date. Submissions shall be sent electronically to Heather Watroba, Contracting Officer at Heather_Watroba@ibc.doi.gov.

Submissions shall not exceed five pages. Paper copies will not be accepted. Submissions should be in a Microsoft Office compatible format (i.e., Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.) or Adobe Acrobat and not contain text smaller than 11-point font. The maximum file size of the submission shall not exceed 8 MB. Tables, graphs, etc. will count against the total page count. Font size smaller than 11 may be used to label tables and graphs but may not be smaller than 8-point font.

All data received in response to this Special Notice that are marked or designated as corporate or proprietary information will be fully protected from release outside the Evaluation Panel. Proprietary information and trade secrets, if any, must be clearly marked on all materials. All information received that is marked Proprietary will be handled accordingly. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned. All Government and contractor personnel reviewing responses will have signed non-disclosure agreements and understand their responsibility for proper use and protection from unauthorized disclosure of proprietary information as described in 41 USC 423. The Government shall not be held liable for any damages incurred if proprietary information is not properly identified. Responders are advised that the Government will not reimburse for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this Special Notice; all costs associated with responding to this Special Notice will be solely at the interested parties' expense.

This is NOT a request for competitive quotes. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed action based upon responses to this announcement is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received is solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive acquisition. The Government reserves the right to issue a Request for Quote (RFQ) as a result of this announcement. Please be advised that this announcement may constitute the only notice that will be posted for this acquisition, based on the review of any responses to this notice. Marketing brochures and/or generic company literature will not be considered. Not addressing all the requested information may result in the Government determining the responder is not capable of performing the scope of work required.

mailto:Heather_Watroba@ibc.doi.gov.

United States Department of the Interior