Description
The U.S. Air Force’s 55th Civil Engineering Squadron at Offutt AFB, Nebraska, is conducting market research for a “Fire Box” training system (Phase II) that simulates realistic fire scenarios for thermal imaging, ventilation, tactical fire attack, and fire behavior training. This is a sources‑sought notice; no contract award is guaranteed, but responses will help shape a future procurement. Interested firms must submit an expression of interest and a capability statement demonstrating they can meet the draft “Burn Trainer” specifications. Responses are due by 11 September 2026 (12:00 PM CST) via email to the listed contacts.
• Location: Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska (NE)
• Requirement: Design, manufacture, and deliver a portable “Burn Box” trainer for fire‑fighting training
• Submission: Interest statement + technical capability narrative (Burn Trainer)
• Deadline: 11 Sep 2026, 12:00 PM CST (email)
• Primary contact: Daniel Kuchar ([email protected], (402) 294‑7282)
• NAICS indicated: 339999 (All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing)
• No award date, contract value, or project duration disclosed; this is purely a market‑research effort.