ContractSources SoughtTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

Drone Detection Thermal IR CUAS Spotting Scopes

DEPT OF DEFENSE• FA461325Q1056
Response Deadline
Sep 8, 2025
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Sources Sought

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking information from small businesses regarding their capabilities to provide Drone Detection Thermal IR CUAS Spotting Scopes for use at Francis E. Warren Air Force Base in Wyoming. The procurement aims to acquire 67 units that must be fully manufactured in the United States, featuring advanced specifications such as a BAE Athena 640 thermal imaging sensor, a 35mm F1 Germanium optical lens, and compliance with MIL-STD standards. This equipment is critical for enhancing drone detection capabilities and ensuring operational readiness. Interested vendors must submit their responses by 10:00 AM MDT on September 8, 2025, and can direct inquiries to SrA Kyle Harris or Patrick Enriquez via the provided email addresses, as no phone inquiries will be accepted.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
334511
Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
PSC Code
5855
NIGHT VISION EQUIPMENT, EMITTED AND REFLECTED RADIATION

Solicitation Documents

2 Files
Attachment 1 - Salient Characteristics.pdf
PDF•94 KB•Sep 3, 2025
AI Summary
The Notice ID FA461325Q1056 outlines the salient characteristics for a drone detection thermal IR CUAS spotting scope system. Key requirements include full U.S. manufacturing and MIL-STD compliance, featuring a BAE Athena 640, 12-micron thermal imaging sensor with 60Hz real-time imaging for enhanced target detection. The system must incorporate a U.S.-manufactured OLED microdisplay, a 35mm F1 Germanium optical lens with a 4,800-foot detection range, and an ultralight (469 grams) ambidextrous design with rugged IP67-rated housing. Functionality includes advanced DRI customization, 1-8X zoom, dual battery operation, and handheld ISR/cUAS observation modes. It must also be U.S. helmet/weapons mountable, offer remote power/video output, internal storage, a GUI, a 5-year warranty, and 10-year support for a non-discontinued system.
Attachment 2 - Response Form.pdf
PDF•2878 KB•Sep 3, 2025
AI Summary
This government Contractor Response Form (Notice Number: FA461325Q1056) is a Sources Sought/Request for Information for "Drone Detection Thermal IR CUAS Spotting Scopes." The form requires prospective contractors to provide detailed company information, including their company name (as registered in SAM.gov), Doing Business As name, NAICS code (specifically 334511), mailing address, CAGE number, Unique Entity ID, socioeconomic status (e.g., SB, SDB, WOSB), point of contact, phone number, email, and security clearance. The purpose of this document is to gather information from potential vendors regarding their capabilities and qualifications for providing the specified drone detection equipment.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedSep 3, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineSep 8, 2025
expiryArchive DateSep 23, 2025

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Office
FA4613 90 CONS PK

Point of Contact

Name
SrA Kyle Harris

Place of Performance

FE Warren AFB, Wyoming, UNITED STATES

Official Sources

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