Virtual and Augmented Reality Training Solutions

The Texas Department of Public Safety (TXDPS), through its Texas Highway Patrol (THP) and Training Operations Division (TOD), is seeking innovative virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) training solutions to train commissioned personnel on various topics, including defensive tactics, firearms, use of force, de-escalation, and crisis response. The goal is to provide new and existing personnel with highly immersive and realistic training to build muscle memory and decision-making skills under stress in a controlled environment. The Request for Information (RFI) covers the jurisdictions of Travis County and the City of Austin, Texas, and aims to gather information on vendors' capabilities to deliver training solutions that can track metrics, provide hyper-realistic graphics and wide fields of view, and allow for custom scenario building and multi-user access. Respondents are expected to address technical requirements, training models, and initial and ongoing costs. The RFI has a response deadline of January 9, 2024, and the TXDPS may request demonstrations or presentations from respondents after the deadline.

The RFI does not include any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. It also does not provide information on any listed incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFI also does not specify any possible award values or budget ranges, as it is intended to gather market research and information rather than solicit bids.