Special Operations Team Night Vision Equipment

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is issuing an Invitation to Bid (ITB-2554) for the procurement of specialized night vision equipment for its Special Operations Team, specifically seeking 13 Nighthawk Manual Gain Night Vision Goggles with White Phosphor Elbit Image Intensifier Tubes. The solicitation requires detailed technical specifications for the goggles, including specific performance parameters such as power source, focus range, operation time, magnification, and field of view. Bidders must submit comprehensive responses that include mandatory forms like the In-State Preference Form, Scrutinized Companies List Certification, and Vendor Certification Form. The bid will be released on June 2, 2025, with bid responses due on June 16, 2025, at 3:00 pm, and the required equipment must be delivered by September 1, 2025. The procurement will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the awarded vendor's pricing remaining firm for one year from the initial purchase order and potential for additional orders.

The solicitation includes potential preferences for Florida-based businesses, minority-owned businesses, and companies with drug-free workplace programs. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly stated, the bid appears to encourage participation from diverse business types. The total procurement value will be calculated by multiplying the unit price by 13 goggles, with all associated costs including packaging, handling, freight, and inside delivery to be incorporated into the bid price. Bidders must ensure their night vision equipment meets the comprehensive technical specifications outlined in the ITB, and the procurement process allows for potential additional purchases beyond the initial 13 units. The contract aims to equip the Special Operations Team with high-performance night vision technology, with the expectation that the selected vendor can provide equipment that meets the stringent operational requirements of law enforcement special operations.