Modular Optical System (MOS) for Sub-compact Pistol
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Defense, Washington Headquarters Services (WHS), on behalf of the Department of War Office of Inspector General, is conducting market research to identify sources capable of providing a Modular Optical System (MOS) for sub-compact pistols. This Request for Information (RFI) seeks to identify vendors for 180 units of red dot sights meeting specific salient characteristics. Responses are due May 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
The Government requires red dot sights for handguns, specifically a Modular Optic System (MOS) for sub-compact pistols. Key salient characteristics include:
- Reticle: 3.5 MOA red dot
- Battery: CR2032 lithium coin cell, 50,000+ hours life
- Brightness: 12 levels (4 NV, 8 daylight)
- Weight: 1.7 oz (48 g) including battery
- Clear Aperture: 15 × 15 mm
- Housing Material: 7075 T6 aluminum with hardcoat anodized finish
- Submersible: 25 m / 82 ft
- Mounting System: Aimpoint ACRO™ interface
- Durability: Tested to withstand over 40,000 rounds of 9mm recoil
- Battery Access: Side access tray
- Must be able to be directly mounted to a sub-compact pistol.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 27, 2026, 1:00 PM UTC
- Published: May 19, 2026
- Product Service Code: 1005 (Guns, Through 30 Mm)
Submission Instructions
Interested parties should submit a response including:
- Company Information: Name, address, point of contact, phone, email, CAGE code, and small business size status.
- Capability Statement: A brief description of the company's ability to provide the exact specified product (e.g., proof of authorized reseller/distributor status for Aimpoint).
- Availability: Information on product availability, including expected lead times.
- Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM): A price estimate for the specified quantity.
Additional Notes
This RFI is for market research only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a commitment to issue one. The Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI.
Government Contact
Responses and questions should be directed to William Lewis (Contract Specialist, william.j.lewis352.civ@mail.mil) and Michele Maxwell (Contracting Officer, michele.y.maxwell.civ@mail.mil) at the Washington Headquarters Services Contracting Office.