FRCC Sole Source Notification -WorldViz; VizMove PRISM Immersion Simulation Room

Front Range Community College (FRCC) is pursuing a sole source procurement for the VizMove PRISM Immersion Simulation Room from WorldViz, a technology provider specializing in advanced training environments. The procurement is located in Adams County, Colorado, and seeks to acquire a sophisticated integrated training system that combines projection technologies, controllable ambient lighting, cameras, auditory systems, and touch interaction controls. The system's key deliverables include the ability to create realistic training environments, upload 360-degree videos, and provide flexible training modes such as self-guided and instructor-led options. The procurement timeline indicates a posting date of September 2, 2025, with proposal responses due by September 5, 2025. The VizMove PRISM system offers comprehensive post-training capabilities, including importing checklists, conducting immediate in-theater debriefs, and generating detailed trainee performance metrics. Evaluation criteria appear to center on the unique technological capabilities and sole source status of WorldViz's solution, which is positioned as an innovative approach to technology-enhanced instructional methodologies.

The procurement appears to be a direct sole source acquisition without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. The total estimated procurement value is $132,990.00, with a contract period spanning from September 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The procurement is being processed under Section 24-103-205 of Colorado Revised Statutes, indicating a specific legal framework for this type of direct vendor selection. WorldViz, located in Santa Barbara, California, is characterized as the exclusive provider of this specialized training technology, with no noted incumbent vendors or alternative suppliers. The procurement documents suggest integration with existing educational technology infrastructure, specifically targeting enhanced training environments for educational and potentially emergency services training contexts. Digital signatures from Angie Peach of the Department of Human Services and approval from Shari Browder of State Purchasing validate the procurement process. No conflicts of interest were declared, and the State Purchasing director has approved this as a one-time purchase with specific technological requirements.