Daylight Defense, LLC
San Diego, CA Part of Daylight Solutions Inc.
- UEI
- L45RZBK33E19
- CAGE
- 5DCV5
- Primary NAICS
- 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- SAM.gov registration
- Active through
Company facts
- FY2025 rankings
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Its parent company, Leonardo S.p.A., ranks:
- Self-certified in SAM.gov
- Entity structure
- Corporate Entity (Not Tax Exempt)
- Other NAICS codes in SAM.gov
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- 334510 Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing
- 334511 Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
- 334515 Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals
- 334517 Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing
- 334519 Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing
- 335921 Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing
- 541330 Engineering Services
- Corporate family
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Parent
San Diego, CA
ELDGXGH6UF76
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Parent
San Diego, CA
ELDGXGH6UF76
- SAM.gov registration date
- Physical address
- 16465 Via Esprillo #100, San Diego, CA 92127, USA
- Website
- daylightsolutions.com
- Founded
- 2005
- Employees
- 51-250
- Estimated annual revenue
- $1B-$10B
- Industry
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- Health Care
- Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Life Sciences
- Life Sciences Tools & Services
- SIC code
- 38 Instruments & Related Products
- Profiles
Registration and certifications come from SAM.gov and the SBA; company details from public web sources. Updated .
Contract obligations by fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Obligated |
|---|---|
| FY2027 To date | $0 |
| FY2026 | $0 |
| FY2025 | $5,028,381 |
| FY2024 | $7,788,000 |
| FY2023 | -$138,750 |
Contract vehicles
No active vehicles.
1 expired vehicle
Contract awards
| Award | Agency | Obligated | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| The purpose of this action is to award a contract under BAA W56KGU-23-r-rtid, topic FBA-01 to daylight defense, LLC. | ACC Aberdeen Proving Ground | $12,614,000 | |
| Laser | Naval Supply Systems Command (Navy) | $344,945 | |
| Socket head screw | Naval Supply Systems Command (Navy) | $29,125 | |
| Socket head screw | Naval Supply Systems Command (Navy) | $24,528 | |
| Switcher plate cap | Naval Supply Systems Command (Navy) | $41,541 |
Latest 5 listed here. See the rest on GovTribe.
Contract subawards
| Prime contractor | Prime award | Amount | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation | W58RGZ25F0088 | $50,000 | |
| Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation | W58RGZ25F0074 | $302,569 |
Latest 2 listed here. See the rest on GovTribe.
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About the company
Daylight Defense, LLC is a for-profit corporate entity registered in SAM.gov since 2009, with its headquarters located in San Diego, California. The company is a subsidiary of the Italian defense contractor Leonardo SPA and specializes in manufacturing optical and laser equipment and components. As a manufacturer of specialized technological products, Daylight Defense has established itself as a key supplier for U.S. military and defense-related agencies, focusing on advanced technological solutions for electronic warfare, infrared countermeasures, and precision optical systems.
The company has secured multiple federal contract awards primarily from the Naval Supply Systems Command and the Research, Development and Engineering Command (RDECOM), with contract values ranging from $24,528 to $18,339,918. Daylight Defense provides a diverse range of products including lasers, fiber optic cable assemblies, fiber adapter sets, socket head screws, switcher plate caps, and other specialized hardware. These contracts are consistently awarded on an unrestricted basis without specific set-aside designations. The company also operates as a sub-contractor for Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation, performing sub-contract work in areas such as technical services, human resources services, electronic countermeasure (ECM) system assemblies, cable and connector assemblies, and analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing. Their most significant recent contract is a cost-plus-fixed-fee definitive contract valued at $18,339,918, supporting research and development efforts through BAA W56KGU-23-R-RTID, with a performance period extending through February 28, 2027.
Quick answers
Is Daylight Defense, LLC registered in SAM.gov?
Yes. Daylight Defense, LLC's SAM.gov registration is active through December 8, 2026.
Which contract vehicles does Daylight Defense, LLC hold?
Daylight Defense, LLC holds a place on 1 federal contract vehicle: SeaPort-e.
How much has Daylight Defense, LLC received in federal contracts?
Federal contracts obligated $5,028,381 to Daylight Defense, LLC in fiscal year 2025 and $12,677,631 in fiscal years 2023 through 2027.
How does Daylight Defense, LLC rank among federal contractors?
Daylight Defense, LLC's parent company, Leonardo S.p.A., ranked #8 in PSC 58, #18 in NAICS 31-33 and #21 at the Department of the Army in FY2025.
What is Daylight Defense, LLC's most recent federal award?
Daylight Defense, LLC's most recent federal contract award is The purpose of this action is to award a contract under BAA W56KGU-23-r-rtid, topic FBA-01 to daylight defense, LLC (W56KGU24C0030), from ACC Aberdeen Proving Ground, on August 29, 2024.
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