Sources Sought for Overhaul of the Turret, Assembly, Infrared
Overview
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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 Army (ACC-RSA) has issued a Pre-Solicitation Synopsis for the Overhaul of the Turret, Assembly, Infrared (NSN 5855-01-614-8082). This will be a Five (5) year, Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for maintenance and overhaul services. The estimated quantity range is 30 to 160 units, including Foreign Military Sales (FMS). The current sole approved source is Teledyne FLIR Defense, Inc., and offerors must demonstrate access to proprietary data. The estimated response date is April 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all services, facilities, labor, parts, materials, equipment, tools, and data required to accomplish the overhaul of the Turret, Assembly, Infrared (NSN: 5855-01-614-8082, P/N: 26280-970). This is a commercial item, and procurement will follow FAR Part 12. Required delivery is FOB Origin.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Maintenance and Overhaul
- Duration: Five (5) years
- Estimated Quantity: Minimum 30 each – Maximum 160 each (includes 26 FMS units)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due (Estimated): April 22, 2026
- Published: April 9, 2026
Key Requirements & Challenges
The only known approved source for this overhaul is Teledyne FLIR Defense, Inc. (CAGE 3UVR3, large business). A Product Verification Audit (PVA) is required. Offerors must have access to and authorization from Teledyne FLIR Defense, Inc. to utilize the necessary proprietary data. Contractors are encouraged to seek Source Approval Requests (SAR) by submitting documentation to usarmy.redstone.ccdc-avmc.mbx.ed-sar@army.mil to become an approved source.
Submission & Funding
Requests for the solicitation and initial proposals must be submitted via email only. No telephone, fax, or hard copy responses will be accepted. The requirement is currently unfunded, and award will be withheld pending receipt of sufficient funds. The closing date is an estimate and may be adjusted.