Department Of Defense, Research Development And Acquisition Office, 314 Johnson Street, Room 119, Attn: Rda-c, Apg, Md 21005-5283

10 -- WEAPONS -- OPTICAL SIGHTING SYSTEM SOL No solicitation DUE 121599 POC Linda White, Contracting Officer, 410-278-2998/FAX: 410-278-2980 The Research, Development & Acquisition Office, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, is seeking to identify potential sources who have the capability to provide optical sighting systems for small arms weaponry. The requirement is for a commercial off-the-shelf device to be used in conjunction with short range assult weapons. It is preferred that the device have a battery powered illuminated reticle and provide an optical magnification of no greater than 2x. This notice is not to be considered a solicitation; no solicitation exists. All responses received by the government by the response deadline will be reviewed to determine that firms have the capability to provide targeting augmentation devices that meet or exceed the foregoing requirement. Interested firms may communicate their interest IN WRITING to Linda White, Contracting Officer, RD&A Office, 314 Johnson Street, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland 21005-5283. Responses shall be submitted in two copies and shall include: (1) a brief description of corporate capability, including past experience with related effort; (2) company name, address, point of contact, phone number, specifications/literature/brochures of your product and production capability; (3) whether your firm is large, small, or small, disadvantaged business; and (4) any other pertinent information. This synopsis does not constitute a request for proposals and the Government assumes no liability for costs incurred by respondees in providing informtion in response this sources sought synopsis. Posted 11/12/99 (W-SN400363). (0316)

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