Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) Replacement Programme

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        "description": "The contracting authority is conducting pre-market engagement regarding the future replacement and expansion of it's night vision imaging system (NVIS) capability.\nThe engagement will commence on 21/08/2026 and will conclude on 02/11/2026.\nAs part of this market engagement, the Authority is issuing an Request for Information (RFI). The purpose of RFI is to gain a better understanding of currently available NVIS technologies, associated maintenance arrangements, through-life costs, certification requirements and future development opportunities. \nFor full details of the RFI and response requirements please see the RFI documents. These can be found by registering on the Atamis portal: https://atamis-7459.my.site.com/s/Welcome\nOpportunity reference C21004\nInternal reference BLC0352\nIt is anticipated that the key dates for market engagement will be as follows:\nNotice Published: 21/08/2026\nRFI Return Date: 14/09/2026\nPeriod for Authority and Supplier Meetings and Demonstrations: 02/10/2026 – 02/11/2026"
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