Degraded Visual Environment System (DVES)

SOL #: FA855226DVESSources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Air Force

FA8552 AFLCMC WIU

ROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, United States

Place of Performance

Warner Robins, GA

NAICS

Aircraft Manufacturing (336411)

PSC

Flight Instruments (6610)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ec75db2deedf4bc88be0e3c88dde34dd/view

Timeline

Posted

Dec 2, 2025

Last Updated

Jan 15, 2026

Response Deadline

Jan 14, 2026, 9:50 PM

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.

The Air Force is conducting market research to identify potential sources for Degraded Visual Environment System (DVES) solutions for the HH-60W fleet. This Sources Sought Notice seeks information on industry capabilities for Engineering & Manufacturing Development (EMD), Test & Evaluation (T&E), Full Rate Production (FRP), retrofit installation, and training device modifications related to DVES integration.