Night Vision Equipment, Emitted And Reflected Radiation

PSC Category 5855 (Night Vision Equipment, Emitted and Reflected Radiation) encompasses advanced optical technologies designed to enhance visual perception in low-light or no-light environments. These systems include night vision goggles, thermal imaging devices, infrared sensors, image intensifier tubes, and related components and accessories. The products are critical for military, law enforcement, security, and specialized scientific applications that require enhanced visual detection and situational awareness capabilities.

The federal contract awards under this PSC category demonstrate a robust market for night vision technologies, with contracts ranging from $2,600 to over $33 million. Major contractors include Elbit Systems of America, L3 Technologies, DRS Network & Imaging Systems, Teledyne Flir Defense, and Raytheon. The Defense Logistics Agency, Department of the Army, Naval Sea Systems Command, and U.S. Coast Guard are frequent awarding agencies. While most awards are not set aside, some small business and women-owned small business contractors receive contracts. Performance locations are predominantly in the United States, with specific concentrations in Florida, Massachusetts, and California. Contract types are predominantly firm-fixed-price, with durations ranging from months to several years.

Recent federal contract opportunities in this PSC category include solicitations for Squad Aiming Lasers for the U.S. Marine Corps, night vision device procurements for foreign military sales to countries like Colombia and Romania, thermal imaging system repairs for the Navy, and specialized night vision equipment for various agencies including the Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Agriculture. These opportunities consistently seek high-performance optical technologies with precise technical specifications, often requiring brand-specific or technically advanced components. Performance locations span domestic and international sites, with a strong focus on supporting military, law enforcement, and specialized government operational requirements.