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Thermal Imaging System

Open — responses due 23 Nov 2026 (9 days left) · Unrestricted (full and open) · Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), DoD · New Cumberland, PA · NSN 5855-01-536-9647 · NAICS 334511 · Solicitation SPRDL1-26-R-A035

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Solicitation details

Solicitation numberSPRDL1-26-R-A035
Notice ID10a343c7937b47509ee77badef7a1e4a
AgencyDepartment of Defense (DoD)
Sub-agencyDefense Logistics Agency (DLA)
Contracting officeDLA LAND WARREN
NAICS code334511 — Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
Product / service code (PSC)5855
NSN5855-01-536-9647
Part number12991310-2
Set-asideUnrestricted (full and open)
Notice typeSources Sought
Posted08 November 2026
Response deadline23 November 2026
Place of performanceNew Cumberland, PA, USA
CompetitionCompetitive

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What is being bought

Thermal Imaging System for Abrams Fighting Vehicle System (AFVS) Engine.

  • Thermal Imaging System (NSN: 5855-01-536-9647, Part Number: 12991310-2)
  • System for Abrams Fighting Vehicle System (AFVS) Engine
  • Government lacks suitable drawings and full data rights for competitive procurement
  • Source Approval Program (SAP) required for new sources, including vehicle level qualification testing

Competition

Full and open competition — no set-aside restrictions; any responsible offeror may bid.

Deal-breakers

  • Contractors must meet Source Approval Program requirements, including vehicle level qualification testing, at their own expense to become a source of supply.
    “Contractors interested in becoming a source of supply need to meet the requirements of the Source Approval Program including vehicle level qualification testing, at their own expense.” — SAM.gov description

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Description

Sources Sought Notice: SPRDL1-26-R-A035 Item Name: Thermal Imaging System NSN: 5855-01-536-9647 Part Number: 12991310-2 Min Quantity: 26 Max Quantity: 558 End Item: Abrams FOV Response Date: 23 November 2026 Requirements Description: The Thermal Imaging System is a critical component of the Abrams Fighting Vehicle System (AFVS) Engine. The Government does not have drawings for this item that are suitable for competitive procurement. The TDP is fully defined, but the government does not have full data rights. This survey is published in compliance with FAR Part 10, Market Research. The purpose of this survey is to canvas the industry for any possible other sources. This request for capability information does not constitute a request for proposals. Submission of any information in response to this market research is purely voluntary. The Government assumes no financial responsibility for any costs incurred in responding or in any subsequent exchange of information. Contractors interested in becoming a source of supply need to meet the requirements of the Source Approval Program including vehicle level qualification testing, at their own expense. The TACOM Life Cycle Management Command, Competition Management Office (CMO), is the lead proponent for the Source Approval Program. Specific information and point of contact for the Source Approval Program is available at https://tacom.army.mil/ and select Ombudsman from the menu.

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SAM.gov has posted 3 notices under solicitation SPRDL1-26-R-A035, oldest first.

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Market context: DoD and NAICS 334511

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  • In fiscal year 2026, DoD obligated $4.5B across 5,147 contract actions under NAICS 334511.
  • 1,483 contracts worth $32.4B in this category end within the next 18 months.

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