Light Interference Filter (LIF)-support the Enhanced Night Vision Goggles (ENVG PSQ-20B)
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND ABERDEEN.DLA LAND AT ABERDEEN · Response deadline: Thu, 29 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land at Aberdeen is procuring Light Interference Filters (LIF) to support the Enhanced Night Vision Goggles—model PSQ-20B. These filters are optical components that improve image quality in night vision systems by managing specific wavelengths of light. The ENVG program represents a major U.S. military effort to give warfighters enhanced situational awareness in low-light conditions, combining traditional image intensification with thermal imaging capabilities.
This acquisition falls under Federal Supply Classification 5855, which covers night vision equipment, optical components, and related accessories. The NAICS code 334290 corresponds to "Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing," though in practice this contract involves precision optical component production that feeds into larger electro-optical systems.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DLA Land at Aberdeen, Department of Defense |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPRBL1-26-R-A003 |
| NAICS | 334290 |
| Set-aside | No Set aside used |
| Response deadline | October 28, 2026, 11:59 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no small business set-aside. Large and small businesses alike may submit proposals. However, NAICS 334290 carries a small business size standard, see the solicitation for the specific employee or revenue threshold. If your firm qualifies as small under this standard, you retain small business status for federal reporting and subcontracting purposes even when competing against larger firms.
Companies with experience in precision optical coating, thin-film deposition, or military-specification filter manufacturing are best positioned. DLA Land typically requires suppliers to demonstrate quality systems and prior defense logistics experience. Registration in SAM.gov is mandatory, as is active CAGE code status.
How to put together a competitive bid
Since this is an unrestricted solicitation competing against established defense contractors, consider these approaches:
Emphasize technical compliance: Night vision filters for the PSQ-20B must meet exacting military specifications for optical transmission, durability, and environmental resistance. See the solicitation for specific performance parameters, dimensional tolerances, and testing protocols.
Demonstrate supply chain security: DLA prioritizes reliable delivery for sustainment items. Highlight your production capacity, raw material sourcing stability, and ability to maintain delivery schedules for defense equipment life cycles.
Price strategically without sacrificing quality: Full and open competitions often default to lowest-price, technically acceptable evaluation. Understand where you can compete on cost versus where technical superiority commands premium pricing.
Leverage past performance: Document any prior DLA, Army, or night vision program contracts. First-time vendors should consider teaming arrangements or subcontracting to incumbent suppliers to gain program familiarity.
Review packaging and labeling requirements: DLA shipments to Aberdeen Proving Ground follow military standard marking and packaging rules—factor these costs into your proposal.
Next steps
Read the complete solicitation SPRBL1-26-R-A003 on SAM.gov to obtain detailed specifications, evaluation criteria, and clauses. Pay close attention to any inspection and acceptance requirements specific to optical components. The response deadline is October 28, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time—allow adequate time for internal review and SAM.gov submission troubleshooting.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →