BlackHawk Virutal Reality Simulator Trailer
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- W912LD25Q0008
- Agency
- Rhode Island National Guard Army National Guard, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 336212 Truck Trailer Manufacturing
- PSC
- 2330 Trailers
- Place of performance
- East Greenwich, Rhode Island 02818, United States
- Points of contact
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- Ryan Lawton ryan.s.lawton.civ@army.mil (401) 557-6036
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Rhode Island Army National Guard (RIARNG) Recruiting and Retention Battalion is seeking a fully integrated Blackhawk Gaming Simulator Trailer to enhance recruitment, training, and community engagement efforts. The Department of the Army is targeting vendors capable of customizing a government-provided trailer according to specific technical specifications for a virtual reality helicopter simulation experience. Key requirements include installing a 6-Axis Motional Simulator Helicopter chair, a gaming computer with a 32" monitor, Microsoft Flight Simulator with UH-60 Blackhawk module, and a compatible VR headset. The pre-solicitation notice encourages industry feedback and questions, with the current opportunity posted on March 25, 2025, and responses due by April 8, 2025. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed, the government appears to be prioritizing technical capability, compliance with trailer modification specifications, and alignment with recruitment objectives.
The contract opportunity does not have a specific set-aside designation and falls under the Truck Trailer Manufacturing NAICS category (336212). The trailer must meet precise technical requirements, including external dimensions of 144" x 108" x 100" and specific interior configurations for the simulation environment. The vendor must provide a minimum two-year full coverage warranty on the trailer and modifications, with the expectation of creating a dynamic, hands-on recruitment asset. The trailer must be compatible with RIARNG generators, include weatherproofed gaming stations, and adhere to Rhode Island Department of Transportation towed trailer guidelines. While no specific award value is mentioned, the complexity of the technical requirements suggests a potentially significant investment in a specialized recruitment and training tool designed to attract potential military personnel through an immersive virtual experience.
Notice text
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DISCLAIMER: THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE, OFFER, OR PROPSAL. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY. RESPONSES WILL NOT BE RETURNED TO THE RESPONDER. NOT RESPONDING TO THIS NOTICE DOES NOT PRECLUDE PARTICIPATION IN ANY FUTURE REQUEST FOR QUOTE (RFQ) OR REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP), IF ISSUED. IF A SOLICITATION IS RELEASED, IT WILL BE SYNOPSIZED ON THE GOVERNMENT-WIDE POINT OF ENTRY (GPE). IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF POTENTIAL OFFERORS TO MONITOR THE GPE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THIS REQUIREMENT.
This Sources Sought Notice is being issued in accordance with FAR Part 10, Market Research, to provide information for planning purposes only. This Notice shall not be construed as either a solicitation or obligation on the part of the Government.
DESCRIPTION: The Rhode Island Army National Guard (RIARNG) Recruiting and Retention Battalion (RRBN) requires a fully integrated Blackhawk Gaming Simulator Trailer to enhance recruitment, training, and community engagement efforts. The Government is seeking potential sources capable of customizing a Government provided trailer in accordance with the attached Purchase Description (Attachment 1).
If your company has the potential capability to provide this requirement through GSA, open market, or both, please submit a capability statement with the following information:
- Company Information: Your Company's name, address, point of contact with email address and telephone number, Federal Cage Code, Unique Entity Identification (UEI) and business size. Your company must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) to receive an award. To register, go to https://www.sam.gov.
- Question 1: Are you able to supply this item to the Government IAW Attachment 1?
- Question 2: If you answered yes to Question 2, please provide a description and/or specifications of the product being offered that meets the characteristics.
- Question 3: Please state if you are certified Small Business (8a, WOSB, Hubzone, or SDVOSB) or a Large Business. Applicable NAICS code 336212; Size Standard: 1,000.
All qualified business concerns are encouraged to respond. Questions regarding the requirement are also encouraged. The deadline for response to this request is no later than 1200, EST, 08 April 2025.
All responses and questions under this Sources Sought Notice must be emailed to ryan.s.lawton.civ@army.mil. No phone calls will be accepted.
RIARNG RRBN is still in the process of refining this requirement. We strongly encourage industry to ask questions and provide any constructive feedback.
Update #1 ·
The Rhode Island Army National Guard (RIARNG) Recruiting and Retention Battalion (RRBN) requires a fully integrated Blackhawk Gaming Simulator Trailer to enhance recruitment, training, and community engagement efforts. The Government is seeking potential sources capable of customizing a Government provided trailer in accordance with the attached Purchase Description.
RIARNG RRBN is still in the process of refining this requirement. We strongly encourage industry to ask questions and provide any constructive feedback.
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| BlackHawk Simulator Trailer Purchase Description.pdf |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Blackhawk Virtual Reality Simulator Trailer | Solicitation | |
| BlackHawk Virutal Reality Simulator Trailer | Pre-Solicitation |
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