Additional Capabilities for the XM157 Fire Control
ID: PANNWJ-25-P0000-002711Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-PICAPICATINNY ARSENAL, NJ, 07806-5000, USA

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/33cc15f9aa24484da7e6c626208e0b84/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 21, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 13, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Mar 14, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Contracting Command - New Jersey, is conducting a market survey to identify innovative technologies and software that can enhance the XM157 Fire Control system. The objective is to find novel modules or software that improve the system's capabilities, including functionalities such as multi-spectral imagery, threat recognition, and passive targeting, which are crucial for increasing a soldier's accuracy and situational awareness during engagements. The XM157 system is designed to provide soldiers with advanced targeting capabilities, thereby enhancing operational effectiveness and safety in the field. Interested companies must submit relevant product information and comply with export controls by the deadline of 5:00 PM EST on March 14, 2025, and can contact Karlsun Allen at karlsun.allen.civ@army.mil for further inquiries.

Point(s) of Contact
Karlsun Allen
karlsun.allen.civ@army.mil
Files
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Additional Capabilities XM157 Questions and Answers.docx
Mar 13, 2025, 7:06 PM UTC
The document outlines a Request for Proposals (RFP) focused on enhancing the XM157 Fire Control System. Key questions raised include specifications for range finding and accuracy, the importance of live atmospheric measurements for ballistic calculations, and clarifications on aim augmentation and passive targeting features. The RFP seeks innovative solutions to improve a soldier's aiming precision without emitting signals, emphasizing advanced features such as aided target detection and tracking via software and hardware integration. Additionally, it discusses the significance of spectral converging and hyperspectral imaging to enhance target detection in various environmental conditions, thus improving situational awareness and target discrimination. This document reflects the government's commitment to acquiring advanced military technology that prioritizes operational effectiveness and soldier safety.
Sources Sought - Additional capabilities to XM157 direct view optics.docx
Jan 21, 2025, 5:06 PM UTC
The U.S. Army Contracting Command - New Jersey (ACC-NJ) is seeking information on innovative technologies or software that can enhance the capabilities of the XM157 Fire Control system. This system is designed to aid Soldiers in accurately engaging targets through features such as a magnified optic, laser range finder, and ballistic solver. The call for information aims to identify potential modules or software solutions that can improve situational awareness and hit probability, including advancements in multi-spectral imagery, threat recognition, and related technologies. Interested companies must submit relevant materials and may access the XM157 Interface Control Document (ICD) if they meet specific eligibility criteria, including signing necessary agreements. The submission deadline is February 28, 2025, and inquiries must be made via email. This notice is purely for information gathering and does not constitute a Request for Proposal or commitment to award a contract.
Sources Sought - Additional capabilities to XM157 direct view optics 02192025.docx
Mar 13, 2025, 7:06 PM UTC
The U.S. Army Contracting Command - New Jersey is seeking information on innovative technologies and software for the XM157 Fire Control system, a magnified optic designed to enhance the soldier's target engagement capabilities. The market survey aims to identify potential modules that could improve situational awareness and hit probability, including various functionalities such as multi-spectral imagery, threat recognition, and passive targeting. Interested companies must submit relevant product information, demonstrate compliance with export controls, and provide documentation such as the DD Form 2345 Military Critical Technical Data Agreement. The submission deadline is 5:00 PM EST on March 14, 2025. While this notice does not constitute a Request for Proposal, companies may receive additional technical information upon successful verification of their eligibility. The initiative emphasizes the importance of advancing military technology to support soldiers in the field by integrating new capabilities into existing systems while ensuring adherence to legal and security requirements.
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