The procurement and support of the Small Arms Fused Sight (SAFS).

Descriptions

Image intensifiers. Weapons, ammunition and associated parts. Nightglasses. Telescopic sights. Under the Small Arms Fused Sight (SAFS) Project the UK MOD has a requirement for a Fused Night Sight for use on 5.56 mm and 7.62 mm Assault Rifles which will provide both Image Intensification (Near Infrared (NIR) and Thermal Imager (Long Wave Infrared (LWIR) capabilities in one single body.To provide the Potential Provider with guidance on the desired capability of the system the Key Requirements have been summarised below:1. The System shall integrate with but not interfere with the functions of the host Weapon System;2. The System shall not interfere with the functions of the host Weapon System;3. The System shall be able to be fitted in-line and in front of the day sight without the need to change the position of the day sight;4. The System shall be able to be mounted to a weapon accessory rail conforming to Rail Standard NATO STANAG 4694;5. The System shall remain fully functional after exposure to the operational shock profile of the host Weapon System;6. The System shall allow the User to recognise a man-size target (1.8 m x 0.5 m) in low light levels (