# U.S. Army Orders $63M Leonardo DRS Sights

On October 13, 2026, the U.S. Army placed a **$63 million** production order with Leonardo DRS for Family of Weapon Sights–Individual (FWS-I) thermal weapon sights under an existing indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract. The sights connect wirelessly with ENVG-B night-vision goggles and the IVAS headset. The Army did not disclose the order quantity or delivery schedule, and this award is not a new open solicitation.

- The order signals continued Army demand for dismounted-soldier thermal imaging and integration with soldier-worn viewing systems.
- Companies pursuing similar work should note that this order was placed through an existing IDIQ vehicle; it does not itself create an open competition.
- Leonardo DRS suppliers and firms offering complementary components or integration capabilities may find follow-on opportunities as FWS-I production continues.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles
**Published:** October 15, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Army (U.S. Army)

### Vendors
- Leonardo DRS (awardee)

### Sources
- [Leonardo DRS wins $63M U.S. Army thermal sight order](https://defence-blog.com/leonardo-drs-wins-63m-u-s-army-thermal-sight-order) - The Defence Blog
- [Leonardo DRS Wins $63 Million US Army Order for Thermal Weapon Sights | Israel Defense](https://www.israeldefense.co.il/en/node/71829) - Israel Defense