Next Vison Cameras

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding RFQ FA491326Q0003 for Cameras.

• Photos and Details: Vendors are directed to provided PDF links for photos and details of the exact items.
• Ship-to Destination: Delivery is strictly required to Dover AFB, DE. Delivery to Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, is not acceptable, as Dover AFB provides greater US Government flexibility for shipment.
• Previous Awards: This is a new requirement with no known or definable previous acquisition history.
• Authorized Resellers: Authorized resellers or distributors are acceptable.
• Partial Shipments: Partial shipments are permitted, but vendors must provide anticipated delivery schedules with shipment dates.
• Amendments: No amendments or updates are anticipated prior to the offer due date.
• Mounts: The Raptor Vertical Mount (Part Number 2147) and DragonEye Vertical Mount (Part Number 2123) are not required for this procurement.
• Installation: Cameras and accessories are supplied only; no installation is included.
• SKU Numbers: Vendors are confined to the prescribed part numbers; no SKU numbers are required to be prescribed for items like Trip6, Trip2, 20 wire harness P/N2148.
• C100 Compatibility: The government is not running C100s, so compatibility with that platform is not a requirement.
• Non-U.S. Entity Offers: Non-U.S. entities may submit offers as prime contractors under this set-aside, provided they adhere to the terms and conditions of the resulting contract.

This Q&A document clarifies key aspects of the solicitation, including delivery locations, product requirements, and eligibility for non-U.S. entities, which may impact vendor quoting and logistics planning.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides images and part numbers for camera equipment related to RFQ FA491326Q0003.

• Raptor (P/N 3102): Image of the Raptor camera.
• Dragon Eye 2 (P/N 2812): Image of the Dragon Eye 2 camera.
• Trip 6 video processing (P/N 2170): Image of the Trip 6 video processing unit.
• Trip 2 Video Processing (P/N 2051): Image of the Trip 2 video processing unit.
• HD Camera & TRIP Cable (P/N 2148): Note that this item is not available on the manufacturing site.

This document serves as a visual reference for the specific camera components and associated part numbers that may be required for the opportunity. Bidders should use this information to identify and source the correct equipment for their proposals.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (FA491326Q0003) is for the procurement of "TF-99 Next Vision Cameras" and related items. The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

The solicitation includes a "Schedule of Supplies/Services" detailing specific items to be procured:

• Next Vision Raptor Camera (Base Model), Part Number 3102

• Next Vision Dragon Eye 2 Camera (Base Model), Part Number 2812

• Trip 6 video processing system (Base Model), Part Number 2170

• Trip 2 video processing system, Part Number 2051

• HD Camera & TRIP multi-wire cable (L=300 mm), Part Number 2148

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but the solicitation number suggests it is an RFQ/RFP.

• The period of performance is indicated by delivery dates in May 2026.

• The estimated value is not stated in the provided pages.

• Offer Due Date: 16 Feb 2026, 04:00 AM.

• Submission instructions are detailed within the document, including references to FAR and DFARS clauses.

• Evaluation will be based on the "Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services" clause (52.212-2), considering responsiveness, Total Evaluated Price (TEP), technical acceptability, and best value.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 334310, Size Standard: 750.

• The document incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses by reference and in full text, covering areas such as payment instructions (WAWF), contract administration, special contract requirements, representations and certifications, and evaluation factors.

• Inspection and Acceptance locations are specified at Dover AFB, DE.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) for the procurement of five (5) Next Vision Raptor and five (5) Dragon Eye 2 EO/IR camera systems, including supporting equipment. The justification outlines the reasons for soliciting from a single source, citing continuity of a standardized configuration, unique integration and interoperability with existing sUAS fleets, and the proven operational capability and risk mitigation of the specified brand name product.

This document explains why the government is pursuing a single-source procurement for specific EO/IR camera systems. It details the existing integration and standardization of these systems within the Task Force 99 sUAS fleet, highlighting that alternative solutions would require significant, costly modifications and introduce technical risks and schedule delays. The justification also mentions that market research was conducted to identify other commercially available options, but none met the minimum needs without incurring unacceptable costs and schedule delays. The agency plans to specify modular, open-architecture standards for future procurements to encourage competition.