Real-Time Virtual Injection and Bidirectional Test Interaction Capability

The 96th Test Systems Squadron (96 TSSQ) is issuing a Sources‑Sought RFI (FA2486‑RFI‑testlink) to gather industry input on a real‑time virtual injection capability that enables bidirectional, low‑latency interaction between simulated environments and physical munitions/aircraft on the Eglin Gulf Test and Training Range. Required functionality includes deterministic timing and synchronization, real‑time fusion of simulated and live telemetry, high‑assurance cross‑domain data handling, and closed‑loop interaction with existing test infrastructure. Respondents must describe a technical approach and architecture, methods for achieving deterministic, low‑latency bidirectional data flow, timing‑sync mechanisms, and integration plans, and must provide verifiable past performance with a minimum technology readiness level (TRL) of 6 (objective TRL 8). A mandatory System‑of‑Interest (SoI) isolation rule requires vendors to isolate and detail only the components directly supporting the virtual injection capability, placing all other content in an appendix. Responses must follow a hybrid format: a core response limited to 10 pages (1‑page executive summary, 5‑page technical approach, 2‑page requirements traceability matrix, 1‑page risks and assumptions, 1‑page ROM cost and schedule) and optional attachments (up to 10 pages or slides) for timing analysis, data‑flow models, cross‑domain concepts, prototype demos, architecture diagrams, security models, and past performance. Submissions are electronic only to Mr. Anthony Aldrich (96TSSQ.RNXT.RNXTRFI US.AF.MIL) by 15 May 2026, 16:00 EST. Non‑responsive proposals will be rejected for failing the TRL 6 minimum, lacking verifiable past performance, providing only conceptual content, not isolating the SoI, including marketing material, omitting required sections, or exceeding page limits. This RFI is for market research only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award.

Notice ID

8be664584e64461c97cd71770cf06382

Solicitation Number

FA2486-RFI-testlink

NAICS Code

541512

Classification Code

7B20