ROANOKE, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Exelis (NYSE: XLS) has been awarded a contract valued at $8 million to provide the U.S. Army with Generation 3 night vision equipment. The award is under the U.S. Army-managed OMNI VIII indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity contract awarded to Exelis in 2011. Delivery for this latest order is scheduled to take place during late 2014 and early 2015.
Exelis Generation 3 night vision equipment is designed for a variety of night operations conducted by the Army. Gen 3 tube technology is the clearest and most advanced available. It provides the Soldier with superior visibility and greater mobility in low-light conditions to ensure mission effectiveness. Soldiers equipped with Gen 3 night vision technology have increased situational awareness and a significant tactical advantage on the battlefield.
“As a cost effective manufacturer of high reliability night vision goggles, Exelis continues to provide the U.S. military and our international allies with advanced Generation 3 night vision technology,” said Nick Bobay, president and general manager of Exelis Night Vision and Communications Solutions. “We are pleased that the Army has chosen Exelis based on our ability to deliver superior capability at affordable prices.”
About Exelis
Exelis is a diversified, top-tier global aerospace, defense, information and services company that leverages a 50-year legacy of deep customer knowledge and technical expertise to deliver affordable, mission-critical solutions for global customers. We are a leader in positioning and navigation, sensors, air traffic management solutions, image processing and distribution, communications and information systems; and focused on strategic growth in the areas of critical networks, ISR and analytics, electronic warfare and composite aerostructures. Headquartered in McLean, Va., Exelis employs about 17,000 people and generated 2013 sales of $4.8 billion. For more information, visit our website at www.exelisinc.com or connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
