CPE CBRND Seeking Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) of Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) on Aluminum Flakes for Screening Obscuration Module - Multispectral (SOM-M)

The U.S. Army is issuing a Request for Information to identify industry capability to perform high‑volume Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) of Silicon Dioxide onto 2‑4 µm aluminum flakes for a modular, man‑portable multispectral obscuration system (SOM‑M). Respondents are asked to provide a concise white‑paper describing their manufacturing approach, cost‑scale projections, facility readiness, risk assessment, and relevant past performance. This effort aims to reduce long‑term sustainment costs for the Army’s screening obscuration module. • Required capability: PVD coating of SiO₂ on aluminum flakes (2‑4 µm) with scalability from hundreds of pounds to tons. • Deliverables: 5‑page white paper covering process methodology, cost models, capacity, risk factors, and company experience. • Deadline: Responses due by 5 PM EST on 13 Nov 2026, submitted electronically to the listed Army contacts.