An/PVS-14 with NVG interface shoe

Added: Apr 15, 2010 9:27 pm This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial item prepared in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12.6 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 11. This Procurement is issued as a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside procurement under Standard Industrial Code 5049, Federal Supply Class 5855 and NAICS 316999. This is an All or None Brand Name or Equal offer. The agency need of the following requirements:



ITEM NUMBER 0001 NIGHT VISION GOGGLE INTERFACE SHOEQTY: 150 EACHAN/PVS-14 ARM W/NVGMFG: WILCOX, P/N: 26300G01IMPORTANT NOTE: IF THE VENDOR IS OFFERING THE BRAND NAME PRODUCT, THE VENDOR MUST BE AN AUTHORIZED DEALER/DISTRIBUTOR OF THIS WILCOX PRODUCT FOR THE OFFER/QUOTE TO BE ACCEPTED. NO EXCEPTIONS.



SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS FOR NIGHT VISION GOGGLE INTERFACE SHOE

1. The following salient characteristics are necessary for the protection and storage of US Government owned and issued AN/PVS-14 night vision goggles (NVGs).

2. The Wilcox AN/PVS-14 Arm with NVG Interface Shoe provides a durable connection for mounting an AN/PVS-14 goggle to a Wilcox Combat Helmet Interface Mount. It can be easily mounted and dismounted from the AN/PVS-14 goggle by means of a thumb screw, and allows the operator to select the height and angle for comfort with the ability to make fine adjustments to the Arm.

2.1 Durable Connection for Mounting an AN/PVS-14 Goggle.2.2 Can be used with the Wilcox NVG lanyard for secure attachment to an array of NVG devices preventing loss of the NVG and breakaway of the Wilcox universal NVG mount from the helmet mount base.2.3 Each mechanical adjustment is durable and ergonomically positioned for easy one-handed operation while handling a weapon.2.4 Maintains a very low profile stance on the helmet.2.5 Flat matte finish for covertness in combat conditions.2.6 Breakaway universal NVG mount interfaces with NVG mounting systems to include the NVG strap and skull/head mounting systems.2.7 Weight: 2.08 oz (0.06kg).2.8 Material Construction: Light Weight, Aerospace Grade Metals and High Strength Polymer.2.9 Accommodates NVG Suite: AN/PVS-142.10 Flip Mechanism: 110 degrees of Travel (Left or Right Eye).2.11 Auto On-Off Feature: Applicable with Wilcox AN/PVS metal interface shoes.

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