Bid guide
How to bid on Synthetic Training Environment Virtual Software for the Army
What the Army is buying and why it matters
The Army Contracting Command - Aberdeen Proving Grounds (ACC-APG) Orlando Division is seeking software solutions for its Synthetic Training Environment Virtual Software (STE VSW) program. This Call for Solutions (CFS) aims to find rapid, cost-effective, and technically sound solutions.
The Army needs solutions that support four key operational outcomes: a doctrinal gate to live fire, a true combined arms environment, full mission command concurrency, and an open system architecture with published SDKs and APIs for user manipulation and future capability integration. This is an opportunity for software developers to contribute to advanced military training systems.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
Solutions for this CFS are due by September 21, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. Following the submission deadline, down-select notifications are anticipated on September 25, 2026.
Selected vendors for Lots 1-5 will participate in demonstrations from October 13-15, 2026. Vendor selections for these lots are expected by October 23, 2026, with anticipated awards on November 6, 2026. An Industry Day and one-on-one sessions are planned for September 15-17, 2026, in Orlando, Florida.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for software development firms, technology companies, and defense contractors specializing in simulation, training, and virtual environments. Vendors with expertise in open architecture systems, SDKs, APIs, and military training applications will find this relevant.
The Army is looking for solutions that can integrate into a combined arms environment and support mission command, indicating a need for robust and interoperable software.
How to respond to this solicitation
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Practical tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all attachments to this solicitation and the parent Army Open Solicitation (AOS) posting for complete information on objectives, submission requirements, and evaluation phases. Pay close attention to the specific operational outcomes the Army is seeking.
Highlight how your software solution addresses each of the four desired outcomes: doctrinal gate to live fire, true combined arms environment, full mission command concurrency, and an open system architecture with published SDKs and APIs. Clearly articulate your solution's technical soundness and cost-effectiveness. If attending the Industry Day and one-on-one sessions, prepare specific questions and be ready to discuss your capabilities.
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