Fire Box - Presolicitation/Sources Sought

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.