Request For Proposal for a FAA-certified AATD flight training simulator mimicking a DA42 aircraft Follow Solicitation

Angelo State University (“ASU”) is seeking competitive responses to a Request for Proposal (“RFP”) for FAA-certified AATD flight training simulator mimicking a DA42 aircraft and mixed reality setup. [...] This Request for Proposal (RFP) and any Contract resulting from this Request for Proposal shall be for a FAA-certified AATD flight training simulator mimicking a DA42 aircraft at Angelo State University and mixed reality setup as outlined in Section 3.

The primary objective is to purchase FAA-certified AATD flight training simulator mimicking a DA42 aircraft with mixed reality setup.

Mandatory Requirements/Conditions:

FAA-certified AATD flight training simulator mimicking a DA42 aircraft. Including:

• Avionics software and computers
• Flight controls (stick and rudder) mimicking those in the current DA42 model
• Crew seats similar to those in a DA 42
• General aviation audio communications with headphone jacks
• G1000 like Avionics and systems
• Realistic visualization systems that wrap around pilots with at least a 220-degree view
• Testing, shipping, and fixed-location installation and training.

Please include mixed reality setup as part of the proposal.

Preferred Requirements/Conditions

FAA-certified AATD flight training simulator mimicking a DA42 aircraft installed in facility in San Angelo TX; training to Commercial Aviation Program faculty on campus at minimum and simulation software maintenance contract.

• Training Device Type: Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD)
• Cockpit Configuration – Dual seat cockpit
• Flight Controls equivalent to a DA42 with FADAC system
• Navigation Capability- VOR / ILS / RNAV / GPS
• Operations Support- VFR and IFR flight training
• Display Type- Multi-display immersive visual system
• Failure Injection- Engine, electrical, and system failures
• Debrief Tools- Flight replay and debrief capability
• Storage - Solid-state drive (SSD)
• Operating Power - Standard 110V electrical
• Training Capabilities: Primary Flight Training, Instrument Procedures, Emergency Procedures and Advanced Maneuver Training - Included

Installation - Vendor shall provide complete delivery and installation of the simulator(s) in a University-designated building, including setup, testing, and operational readiness.

Warranty- A minimum one (1) year warranty covering parts, labor, and system functionality is required.

Acceptance Testing - Simulator acceptance shall include operational testing by a Certified Aircraft Pilot (ASU employee or designee) to verify conformance with the specified training capabilities.

**Submission method:** Proposals should be emailed to c_admin@angelo.edu on or before the date and time indicated in the section entitled, “Schedule of Events,” under Section 1.5, above. Late Proposals will not be considered under any circumstances.

Unless specified otherwise by ASU in writing, the Proposal may not exceed one hundred pages. All Proposals must be signed by the responding company’s official authorized to commit such Proposals.

A VetHUB Subcontracting Plan is required as part of respondent’s response if a solicitation is $100,000 or above.

The goods and services related to this RFP must be provided and installed prior to May 1 2027 and include a related maintenance contract. The Contract created as a result of this RFP may be renewed for up to a total of five (5) years, upon ASU’s request.

Proposals must be valid for a minimum of 180 days from the submittal deadline date to allow time for evaluation, selection, and any unforeseen delays.

Unless otherwise agreed in writing by the parties, the Contract prices for Goods or Services will remain firm for twenty-four (24) months following Contract execution.