SPE4A726R0009 –5855 - Night Vision Equipment, Emitted and Reflected Radiation / WSIC Z
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is justifying a sole-source acquisition for Night Vision Equipment components (LENS, INFRARED RECEIVER and CELL ASSEMBLY, OPTIC) under notice SPE4A726R0009. This action is restricted to ELBIT SYSTEM OF AMERICA-NIGHT VISION (CAGE 13567) due to their unique capability. The estimated value is between $750,000 and $15,000,000. This is a justification, not a solicitation for proposals.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the acquisition of specific night vision equipment components:
- LENS, INFRARED RECEIVER (NSN 5855-016864772 / PN 286238-1): 5425 units
- CELL ASSEMBLY, OPTIC (NSN 5855-016865183 / PN 285909-1): 8975 units These supplies are critical for DLA AVIATION's operational needs.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Period of Performance: 5-year base period, with no option years.
- Estimated Value: Over $750,000 and not exceeding $15,000,000.
- Place of Performance: Richmond, VA 23237, United States.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This acquisition is restricted to a sole source, specifically ELBIT SYSTEM OF AMERICA-NIGHT VISION (CAGE 13567). The justification is based on 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), citing AMSC C (requires engineering source approval) and AMSC Q (Government lacks adequate data/rights). Efforts to improve competition, including a sources sought notice on SAM.gov (8/29/2025), yielded no responses.
Submission & Evaluation
This document serves as a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition and is not a solicitation for proposals from the general public. ELBIT is expected to submit a proposal for this Limited Term Contract (LTC).
Additional Notes
The upcoming solicitation will incorporate procurement notes M06/L04 to foster future competition. The justification has been approved by the Contracting Officer and Competition Advocate. For inquiries, contact Thuy Ho at Thuy.Ho@dla.mil.