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RCMP standing offer for binocular night-vision systems and adjustable iris units

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police is seeking suppliers for a national standing offer covering white-phosphor binocular night-vision systems and adjustable iris units. - Government buyer and scope - Buyer: Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), including Procurement & Contracting, Acquisitions and Contracting, and the National Police Assets/Policing Assets Program. - Supply and delivery of binocular night-vision goggles (BNVGs) and adjustable iris units for use across Canada; estimated quantities are provided for the base term and option years. - Named OEMs and compatibility references - OEMs identified in the technical requirements: Elbit (MX11769 variable-gain, P-45 white-phosphor tubes), L3HARRIS (Generation 3 image-intensifier tubes), Photonis (4G Generation 2+ high-gain white-phosphor tubes), and Noctis (PVS-14 lenses). - Compatibility references include Wilcox-style helmet mounts and gas masks from Airboss, Avon, and Scott; these are not identified as bidders. - Estimated quantities over the potential four-year term - 175 Generation 2+ white-phosphor binocular night-vision systems. - 225 Generation 3 white-phosphor binocular night-vision systems. - 800 adjustable iris units. - Quantities are estimates; the notice does not identify product part numbers. - Key system and performance requirements - Dual-tube, 18 mm systems with an integrated IR illuminator, automatic gain control, and at least 20 hours of operation on one battery. - Operation from -40°C to +50°C; IP67 or better dust and water protection; MIL-STD-810H drop-test compliance; maximum weight of 600 g and maximum dimensions of 12.7 × 12.1 × 9.5 cm. - Minimum central resolution of 68 lp/mm and figure of merit of 2,300 per tube; 1× magnification, 40° ± 2° field of view, 25 mm eye relief, and specified diopter adjustment. - Systems must work with the specified tube options, lenses, housing, power supply, and accessories without modification. Requirements also include compatibility with ClipIR COTI, prescription/protective eyewear, and listed RCMP gas masks. - Iris units and accessories - Adjustable iris must have a replaceable polycarbonate protective lens with at least 90% light transmission, smooth adjustment, and an aperture range from 1 mm to at least 23.5 mm. - Required system accessories include helmet mounts, a helmet-mounted battery pack, protective covers/windows, anti-fog eyepiece shields, a cleaning kit, quick-reference material, and a padded carrying case or pouch. Mounts must be compatible with a three-hole Wilcox-style shroud and provide the specified adjustment and mask compatibility. - Other notable requirements and selection - Warranty requirements include 10 years for material/workmanship defects and 2 years for image tubes and adjustable irises. English and French operating and maintenance instructions, supporting technical documentation, and evidence of operational use by at least two North American police or military organizations are required; product samples may be requested for evaluation. - Packaging must be reusable, returnable, or recyclable. Delivery is required within 60 calendar days after a call-up. Selection is based on the lowest-priced compliant offer.

Description

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) is seeking offers to establish a National Individual Standing Offer for the supply and delivery of Binocular Night Vision Devices and Iris units, as detailed in Annex A, Statement of Work. The standing offer has a two-year call-up period from issuance, with options to extend for up to two additional one-year periods. The stated basis of selection is the lowest compliant bid. Bids are due November 16, 2026, at 14:00 EDT.

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