Fusion Night Vision Binocular System

The State of Hawaii Division of Forestry and Wildlife is requesting bids for one new Rix RENV-B 1800-2000 FOM Fusion Night Vision Binocular System or equivalent, with bids due June 19, 2026. Delivery is to the Division's office at 3060 Eiwa Street, Room 306, Lihue, Hawaii (Kauai County). Taxes and shipping must be included in the bid price.

The system must be a helmet-mountable binocular night vision device with integrated thermal imaging and image intensification fusion capability featuring real-time thermal overlay and articulating dual-pod design. Minimum specifications include two Gen 2+ or better image intensifier tubes with white phosphor; Figure of Merit (FOM) of 1800–2000; resolution of 64 lp/mm; thermal imaging with minimum 640×512 resolution at 12-micrometer pixel pitch, 30 mK thermal sensitivity, and 50 Hz minimum frame rate; OLED display with minimum 800×600 resolution; 1× optical magnification with minimum 40-degree field of view; integrated digital compass and GPS navigation; and Wilcox-style dovetail helmet mount compatibility. Operating time must be minimum 60 hours in image-intensifier-only mode and 8 hours in fusion mode. The system must be water-resistant to IP67 or better, operate between −40°F and +122°F, and weigh no more than 1.3 pounds (main unit) and 0.25 pounds (battery pack). The battery system uses two rechargeable 18650 batteries or equivalent. The bid must include external battery pack, charger, wireless remote control, protective lens covers, carrying/storage case, and user manual. A minimum five-year manufacturer warranty is required.

Hawaii's standard General Conditions apply, including tax clearance requirements and a three-year record retention obligation. Contract modifications exceeding $25,000 and at least 10 percent of initial contract price require prior approval from the purchasing agency head.