Sources Sought Announcement (SSA) for Procurement of Spare Parts: AN/VAS-5B Driver's Vision Enhancer (DVE)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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) Land at Aberdeen is conducting a Sources Sought Announcement (SSA) to identify potential sources capable of supplying spare parts for the AN/VAS-5B Driver's Vision Enhancer (DVE). This is for market research purposes only and is not a request for quote or proposal. Responses are due by February 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
The Army is seeking qualified sources for spare parts that meet Form, Fit, and Function (F3) requirements for the AN/VAS-5B DVE, an uncooled thermal imaging system used across various U.S. Army Combat Vehicles, Tactical Wheeled Vehicles, and Abrams platforms. Suppliers must adhere to MIL-PRF-49256E (Driver Vision Enhancer – Family of Systems) and ICD A3325865 (REV C) for DVE-FOS interfaces. Access to these documents requires specific government authorization (Distribution Statement C or DD Form 2345).
Specific items for which the Government DOES NOT possess the technical data package (TDP) include:
- NSN 5855-01-661-4313: RECEIVER, INFRARED (Sensor Module (SM)) 17 µm (Part Number: 1000613-201)
- NSN 5855-01-662-0300: RECEIVER, INFRARED (Sensor Module (SM)) 17 µm (Part Number: 1014303-201)
- NSN 5855-01-661-4314: RECEIVER, INFRARED (Sensor Module (SM)) (Part Number: 1000614-201)
- NSN 5980-01-525-1688: CONTROL-DISPLAY, OPTOELECTRONIC (DISPLAY CONTROL MODULE (DCM)) (Part Number: 6455160)
- NSN 5340-01-599-2983: BRACKET, MOUNTING (DCM BRACKET ASSEMBLY) (Part Number: 1006570-101)
- NSN 5995-01-600-4075: CABLE ASSEMBLY, SPECIAL PURPOSE, ELECTRICAL (DVE QUICK RELEASE CABLE) (Part Number: 1007812-101)
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to determine potential for small business set-aside)
- Response Due: February 23, 2026
- Published: February 6, 2026
Evaluation
Responses will be used for planning and market research to identify responsible sources, assess competitiveness, determine potential for small business set-aside, and assist in future acquisition strategy decisions. The provided Contractor Questionnaire DLA-Aberdeen-26-025.docx must be completed, covering company overview, past performance, engineering qualifications, test equipment/data, obsolescence management, and delivery capabilities (40-60 units/month).
Submission Instructions
Submit responses in PDF format via email to Vidal Candelaria (vidal.candelaria.civ@army.mil) and Glenn A. Cassimore (glenn.a.cassimore.civ@army.mil), with a copy to the DLA Aberdeen Small Business Office (DLA.Land.and.Maritime.Small.Business.Office@dla.mil). The subject line must be: "SSA Response – AN/VAS 5B DVE – [Company Name]". Include company name, CAGE code, and a technical point of contact. Proprietary information should be clearly marked.