Binocular Night Vision Device (BNVD) and Bridge Build of Existing PVS14 MNVD into BNVD

The City of Nashua, New Hampshire is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP 1053-051126) for the procurement of binocular night vision devices (BNVDs) and related equipment for the Nashua Police Department's Special Weapons and Tactics Team. The procurement seeks three new complete BNVD units, six bridge units to convert existing PVS-14 monocular night vision devices into binocular configurations, and nine helmet mounts. All equipment must meet rigorous technical specifications including imaging tubes with a minimum Figure of Merit (FOM) of 1800+, white phosphor configuration, TAA compliance, 1x magnification with a 40-degree field of view, 27mm objective lens, physical dimensions not exceeding 4.2 inches length by 4.0 inches width by 3.0 inches height with a maximum weight of 115 grams, and durability standards including IP68+ rating and MIL-STD-810H compliance with submersion capability to 66 feet. Proposals must include vendor qualifications documentation, professional references, detailed cost proposals with payment schedules, and project completion timelines. Evaluation criteria are weighted as follows: meeting specifications (40 percent), overall submission quality and references (20 percent), additional considerations including disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) status and environmental products (10 percent), and cost proposal (30 percent). Critical deadlines include vendor questions due by April 23, 2026 at 10:00 AM, with answers posted by April 30, 2026 at 3:00 PM, and proposals due by May 11, 2026 at 3:00 PM, submitted electronically through Bonfire or via paper with one digital copy on USB drive to the City Hall Purchasing Department.

This procurement is funded through a federal grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and is therefore subject to 2 CFR Part 200 requirements, which may create compliance obligations for successful vendors. While no incumbent vendors or current contractors are specified in the RFP, vendors should note that DBE status is explicitly considered as an evaluation criterion, providing potential advantages for disadvantaged enterprises. All equipment must include a lifetime warranty on BNVD housings, a minimum two-year warranty on imaging tubes, and a one-year warranty on glass, and all shipping costs must be included in proposals with delivery to the Nashua Police Department at 28 Officer James Roche Drive, Nashua, NH 03062. The estimated cost is $6,000 per complete BNVD unit, with bridging costs to be determined based on custom specifications for the conversion of existing PVS-14 devices. The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, negotiate with responsive vendors, and conduct interviews with top-ranked respondents prior to award selection.