MODIFICATION
10 -- Weapon Mounted Visible Light Illuminator
- Notice Date
- 3/22/2006
- Notice Type
- Modification
- Contracting Office
- 2200 Lester Street, PM ONS, Quantico, VA 22134
- ZIP Code
- 22134
- Solicitation Number
- M6785406R1037
- Response Due
- 4/21/2006
- Archive Date
- 5/20/2006
- Point of Contact
- CWO3 Jeffery Grasz (703) 432-3615
- Description
- The below text is the attached description in the original presolicitation notice. 3. REQUIREMENTS. 3.1 Item description The VLI is a variable power illuminator that will replace current illumination devices. The VLI is an individual device, capable of assisting the warfighter to identify potential hostile forces, quickly gain situational awareness, and serve the needs of force protection and survivability. 3.2 Major component list. Each VLI shall at least consist of all the following items: a) VLI b) Opaque lens covers c) Filters (Infrared, Red, Blue) d) Adapters for mechanical interfaces (mounts, spacers, etc.), if applicable. e) Batteries f) Spare bulbs g) Soft carry case 1. Heat and water-resistant 2. Securely holds the VLI and accessories (additional bulbs, batteries, lenses, filters, operator?s manual, cleaning materials) 3. Provides for attachment to the individual load bearing equipment and the Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment (MOLLE). h) Operator /Users manual 1. Maintenance/cleaning instructions 2. Operating principles description i) Adapters for electronic interfaces (power, etc.), if applicable. j) Remote switch, if applicable 3.3 Performance Characteristics. The intent of the VLI is to provide the warfighter with enhanced ability to clearly, easily, and quickly locate potential hostile forces and to quickly gain situational awareness. The VLI will also allow Marines to disorient and to inhibit an enemy combatant?s ability to easily see Marines. General Physical/Operational characteristics. The VLI shall meet all requirements specified herein without damage (see 3.6.1) or degradation of performance (see 3.6.2) over all environmental conditions. 3.3.1 Illumination. The VLI shall provide sufficient illumination to allow the operator to identify and disorient man-sized targets under low-light and no-light conditions, and when conducting entry into darkened interior rooms from bright sunlight conditions along the gun-target line at a distance of 15 feet (Threshold), less than man-sized target at 30 feet (Objective). 3.3.2 Light Distribution. The VLI shall possess the capability to provide sufficient peripheral light distribution to allow the operator to determine the general characteristics of a 10x10x8 foot room under low-light and no-light conditions, and when conducting entry into darkened interior rooms from bright sunlight conditions (Threshold), 20x20x8 foot room (Objective). 3.3.3 Multiple Power Settings. The VLI shall possess multiple power settings (Threshold). 3.3.4 Adjustable beam. The VLI shall possess an adjustable diameter beam (Objective). 3.3.5 Lens Covers. The VLI shall include opaque protective covers for the lenses when not in operational use (Threshold), retained lens covers (Objective). 3.3.6 Filters. The VLI shall possess near infrared, red, and blue filters (Threshold), diffuser (Objective). 3.3.7 Rail System. The VLI shall be operable and attachable to the MIL-STD-1913 rail system with no special tools required. The mounting system shall not come apart into smaller pieces when detached from the MIL-STD-1913 rail by the user (Threshold). The mounting system shall utilize single-throw locking lever(s) with no tools required (Objective). 3.3.8 Compatibility. The VLI shall be compatible with the M16A4, M4, M4A1, and M1014 shotgun and shall not interfere in any way with the normal operation of the weapon (Threshold), also compatible with M249 (Objective). 3.3.9 Controls. The VLI shall possess distinctive, tactile controls (Threshold). 3.3.10 Power Switch. The VLI shall possess a system disable, momentary-on, and constant-on activation capability (Threshold). a) The system disable capability shall prevent accidental activation/deactivation (Threshold). b) The momentary-on pressure capability shall allow the operator to utilize the VLI while maintaining positive control of the weapon. The momentary-on pressure capability shall be adjustable to accommodate a right- or left-handed shooter (Threshold). c) The constant-on activation capability shall be activated continuously until purposely deactivated (Threshold). 3.3.11 Battery Life. The VLI shall be operable by internal battery power, in basic weather conditions over the full temperature range stated in paragraph ‎3.3.23 with no performance degradation or physical damage to the VLI or to the host weapon: In continuous power-on, low-power output mode shall operate for a period of: a) at least 60 minutes for temperatures greater than 32˚F (Threshold), 120 minutes (Objective) b) at least 45 minutes, for temperatures less than 32˚F (Threshold), 90 minutes (Objective) In continuous power-on, high-power output mode shall operate for a period of: a) at least 20 minutes for temperatures greater than 32˚F (Threshold), 40 minutes (Objective) b) at least 15 minutes for temperatures less than 32˚F (Threshold), 30 minutes (Objective) 3.3.12 Batteries. The VLI shall operate using batteries that are in the DoD inventory (Threshold), industry standard AA rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries (Objective). 3.3.13 Battery Replacement. The battery shall be easily replaced with one hand, without using tools, and without removing the VLI from the weapon (Threshold). 3.3.14 Bulb Life. The VLI bulb shall have a minimum operating life of 30 hours (Threshold), 60 hours (Objective). 3.3.15 Weight. The VLI in the normal operating mode shall weigh no more than 20 ounces (Threshold), 8 ounces (Objective). 3.3.16 Operational Capability. The VLI shall be capable of being operated while wearing Mission Oriented Protective Posture (MOPP) equipment and cold weather equipment (Threshold) (ref CO/PD-02-02F). 3.3.17 Body Finish. The VLI body, lens covers, and all major components except optics shall have a non-reflective, tactical color (ex. Black, Olive Drab Green, Coyote Brown) finish (Threshold). 3.3.18 Ruggedness. The VLI shall withstand the shock, vibration, and recoil of repeated weapons firing with no physical damage or performance degradation (Threshold). 3.3.19 Drop requirement. The VLI shall remain functional, without damage or degradation after being dropped on hard packed earth over the full temperature range stated in paragraph Error! Reference source not found.. The VLI shall be dropped while dismounted from the weapon on all six faces (top/bottom, front/rear, left/right sides) and also dropped while mounted to the weapon from a distance of 1 meter (Threshold), 2 meters (Objective). 3.3.20 Immersion/Leakage. The VLI shall be pressure proof, without the use of any supplemental protective enclosure, down to a depth of 1 meter of sea water for 120 minutes (Threshold), 20 meters for 60 minutes (Objective). 3.3.21 Carrying Case. The VLI shall include a soft carrying case that will keep contents dry and protected from incidental damage, and which is capable of attaching to individual load bearing equipment using the MOLLE style weave (ref CO/PD-02-02F). The case will contain the VLI, spare bulbs, spare batteries, lenses/filters, operator?s manual, remote switch, and cleaning materials (Threshold). 3.3.22 Storage. The VLI shall not have special storage requirements beyond those already in place for existing optical equipment. (Threshold). 3.3.23 Temperature Range. The VLI shall be usable by the operator without degradation in target observation in temperatures ranging from -25?F to +140?F (Threshold). 3.3.24 Ease of Use. The VLI shall be easy to operate by 5th to 95th percentile users, while dressed in environmentally protective clothing, and require minimal training (Threshold). 3.4 Environmental durability. The VLI shall be operational and maintainable in the types of climates, weather conditions, and terrain where Marines deploy. The VLI shall remain operational in blowing dust, sand, and rain. The VLI and lens/dust covers shall be capable of withstanding the following environments with the lens/dust covers open/off without physical damage and without any degradation of the performance characteristics (optical, general, operational and physical): 3.4.1 Altitude. The VLI shall be capable of continuous operation without degradation from sea level to 15,000 feet (Threshold), 30,000 feet (Objective). 3.4.2 NBC Decontamination. The VLI shall resist damage by USMC Nuclear, Biological and Chemical (NBC) decontamination treatments (including M291 Decontamination Kit and Reactive Skin Decontamination Lotion) for individual equipment (Threshold) and shall be survivable to known chemical and biological agents (Objective). 3.4.3 Chemical resistance. All parts of the VLI, coatings, and lens/dust covers shall be subjected to lubricants (including LSA and CLP, see MIL-L-46000C and MIL-PRF-63460D(I7)), insect repellant (including DEET) and cleaning solutions (including acetone and isopropyl alcohol) without damage or degradation of performance (Threshold). 3.4.4 Settling dust. The VLI shall not exhibit damage (except for cosmetic deterioration of exposed surfaces) or degradation of performance when exposed to settling dust (Threshold). 3.4.5 Salt fog. The VLI shall not be damaged or exhibit degradation after exposure to a salt fog atmosphere consisting of 5% ? 1% by weight of salt solution for a minimum of four (4) 24 hour periods (2 wet and 2 dry). Cosmetic changes that are a result of minor oxidation that does not in and of itself require maintenance are not considered damage or degradation of performance (Threshold). 3.4.6 Optical element durability. All optical surfaces and coatings (if used) shall show no visible evidence of delamination, cracking, pitting, scratching, or staining after exposure to the following conditions: Adhesion: Tape pull with cellophane tape Moderate Abrasion: Cheesecloth rub (50 strokes) with moderate force Solubility: Cleaning solutions of acetone and isopropyl alcohol MIL-PRF-13830B may be used for guidance in determining glass/lens quality (Threshold). 3.5 Safety. The VLI shall comply with the design criteria to minimize health hazards and to ensure the safety of personnel (operator, maintainer, etc.) associated with the operation, maintenance, transportation, or repair of a complete system or component parts. The VLI shall be designed to be safe (see section 3.6.4) under all conditions of normal use. The VLI shall provide maximum access and safety to personnel during installation, operation, and maintenance. All safety hazards not eliminated through design shall be addressed in the appropriate technical manuals. Refer to MIL-STD-882D. 3.6 Technical interpretations. The following technical interpretations, when referenced in Section 3 or 5, are mandatory for this specification. Definitions of other common optics terms can be found in MIL-STD-1241A. 3.6.1 Damage. Damage is the deterioration of any physical characteristic including, but not limited to, surface material, corrosion, component durability, and safety, or the failure of coatings, adhesives, materials, hardware and fasteners. 3.6.2 Degradation of performance. Degradation of performance is a cumulative change of the measured level of performance to a value that is greater than 110% or less than 90% while remaining within the specified performance requirements, or a change resulting in a measured level of performance that is less than the minimum performance required by this purchase description. 3.6.3 Pressure Proof. Upon completion of pressure testing the VLI shall show no signs of degradation of performance, leakage, cracking, or deterioration of seals. 3.6.4 Safe. Safe shall be considered a Mishap Risk Assessment Value of 18 to 20 as defined in MIL-STD-882D, Appendix A, Tables A-III and A-IV. 3.7 OPTIONS. The following attributes are optional and are outside the minimum performance for the VLI. Any Offeror desiring to include these options in their proposal may do so by deleting the word "option" from the attribute description and changing the entire attribute description to BOLD font. Any option that has been converted from option to basic component of this description in this way has precedence over any contradictory attribute description or performance value herein. a) Increased illumination beyond the Objective b) Decreased weight below Objective c) Increased operating time per load battery life beyond Objective (if applicable) d) Decreased battery costs (if applicable)
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