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How to respond to the Air Force training simulator and mobile app RFI
What the Air Force is looking for
The Department of the Air Force’s 87th Contracting Squadron is seeking information from small businesses that may be able to develop and maintain training simulators and mobile applications for the USAF Expeditionary Operations School at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey.
This is a Sources Sought notice for market research, not a solicitation or request for bids. Responses will help the government assess potential sources and whether a small-business set-aside may be appropriate. The notice does not promise that a contract will be awarded.
Dates and what the deadline means
The notice was published October 29, 2026. The listed deadline is November 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET.
The notice asks interested firms to email information to the listed contact, but it does not provide a response deadline. The listed date should not be treated as confirmation of a bid deadline; check the notice for any current instructions before responding.
Who this opportunity may suit
This market research is aimed at qualified small businesses with relevant capabilities in custom computer programming services, the listed NAICS category 541511. Firms that develop or maintain training simulators or mobile applications may find the notice relevant.
The notice asks firms to state whether they are interested as a prime contractor, teaming partner, or primary subcontractor.
How to respond
Use the opportunity portal’s “View original source” option to open the notice. If the first click takes you to the portal homepage, click it again to reach the opportunity. A free account may be needed to view documents, though some opportunities do not require one.
The notice says to email the requested information to Jeremy Botkin, Contracting Specialist, at [email protected]. It asks for company name, point of contact, phone number and address; CAGE code and UEI; intended role; small-business certification; and a capability statement.
Prepare a clear capability response
Keep the response focused on the requested information. Make it easy to identify your company’s small-business certification, relevant simulator or mobile application experience, and intended role.
Provide enough detail for the government to review your firm’s interest and capabilities, as the notice requests. Before sending, check that contact information and identifiers are accurate and that the capability statement matches the work described.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of the Air Force; the original posting controls.