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The contract involves the procurement of the FLIR Recon III LocatIR, a portable thermal imaging system weighing 6.5 pounds, designed to provide enhanced target acquisition capabilities in low light and adverse weather conditions. This system incorporates integrated GPS functionality to accurately track and pinpoint target locations, with a visibility range extending up to 14 kilometers, surpassing comparable products in its category. Included in the package are accessories such as two laser pointer options (200mw and 30mw), two 2.5X image extenders to magnify visuals, as well as serial and ethernet cables to facilitate the uploading of images for operational planning. The laser pointers specifically support coordination with other assets that utilize night vision goggles for target location. The procurement is managed by the Department of Defense through the W6QM Micc office at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington state under solicitation number USA-SNOTE-070618-001. The contract falls under NAICS code 334511, associated with the manufacture of instruments and related products. This acquisition ensures that the military has access to advanced surveillance technology capable of maintaining operational effectiveness in challenging environments, thereby enhancing situational awareness and mission success.