Next Vison Cameras
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Department of the Air Force, AFCENT PMO is soliciting proposals for Next Vision Cameras and associated equipment for Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for a Firm Fixed Price contract, utilizing FAR Part 13 procedures. The procurement includes specific brand-name Raptor, Dragon Eye 2, Trip 6, Trip 2, and HD Camera & TRIP Cable systems. Quotes are due February 16, 2026, at 04:00 AM UTC.
Scope of Work
This solicitation (FA491326Q0003) seeks to acquire five (5) Next Vision Raptor Cameras (P/N 3102), five (5) Next Vision Dragon Eye 2 Cameras (P/N 2812), five (5) Trip 6 video processing systems (P/N 2170), five (5) Trip 2 video processing systems (P/N 2051), and twenty (20) HD Camera & TRIP multi-wire cables (P/N 2148). These items are intended to support existing sUAS fleets at Al Udeid AB, Qatar.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract, using FAR Part 13 procedures.
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 334310, with a size standard of 750 employees.
- Product Service Code: 6710 (Cameras, Motion Picture).
- Place of Performance: Al Udeid AB, Qatar. Inspection and acceptance will occur at Dover AFB, DE.
- Delivery: Anticipated by May 2026.
Evaluation & Award
Award will be based on the "Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services" clause (FAR 52.212-2), considering responsiveness, Total Evaluated Price (TEP), technical acceptability, and best value.
Submission & Questions
- Quotes Due: February 16, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC.
- Submission Method: Via email to Jared Schiltz at jared.schiltz.1@us.af.mil.
- Questions Due: February 9, 2026, 12:00 p.m. Arabia Standard Time.
- Primary Contact: Jared Schiltz, jared.schiltz.1@us.af.mil, 318-455-4484.
Additional Notes
This procurement includes a brand name restriction for the specified Next Vision camera systems. A Single Source Justification explains this is due to the need for continuity, unique integration, and interoperability with existing sUAS fleets, and the proven operational capability of these specific products. Market research indicated no suitable alternatives without significant cost and schedule delays. Future procurements are planned to specify modular, open-architecture standards to encourage competition.