Market Survey for the Light Interference Filter (LIF) for the Monocular Night Vision Device AN/PVS-14

SOL #: DLA-Aberdeen-26-043Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA LAND AT ABERDEEN
ABER PROV GRD, MD, 21005, United States

Place of Performance

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

PSC

Night Vision Equipment, Emitted And Reflected Radiation (5855)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Apr 16, 2026
2
Response Deadline
May 15, 2026, 9:00 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.

Quick Summary

The U.S. Army is conducting a Market Survey (Sources Sought) to identify manufacturers and suppliers capable of providing Light Interference Filters (LIF) for the AN/PVS-14 Monocular Night Vision Device. This is for market research purposes, not a solicitation. The government estimates a need for 75,000-120,000 LIFs over a five-year period. Responses are due by May 15, 2026.

Purpose & Scope

This market survey aims to identify sources for new LIF components, which are critical for the PVS-14 night vision system. The effort is not developmental; alternate designs must be approved by Product Manager-Soldier Maneuver Sensors (PM-SMS). A limited technical data package (TDP) is available for conditional release.

Requirements

The Army requires suppliers to demonstrate the ability to produce or source the LIF (NSN: 5855-01-379-1410). Responses must include a list of producible items and documentation (e.g., test results, purchase orders, or statements from listed sources) verifying the supplier's capability to provide a physically and functionally compliant component.

Technical Data Package (TDP) Access

Interested vendors can request the TDP by following specific instructions. Access requires an active Joint Certification Program (JCP) status (DD2345), compliance with ITAR, and a signed Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). Requests, including the NDA, DD2345, and CAGE verification, must be sent to DLA.Aberdeen.SourcesSought@dla.mil within 7 days of the posting date. The TDP will be delivered via DoD SAFE.

Submission Details

Contract & Timeline

  • Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Survey)
  • NAICS: 334290
  • Product Service Code: 5855 (Night Vision Equipment)
  • Estimated Quantity: 75,000-120,000 LIFs over 5 years (estimates only, not guaranteed).
  • Place of Performance: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD.
  • Set-Aside: None specified.
  • Published Date: April 16, 2026.

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