The Estonian Centre for Defence Investments (ECDI) Signed Framework Agreements for Procuring Electro-Optical Devices

The Estonian Centre for Defence Investments (ECDI) has signed framework agreements with 15 companies for the procurement of electro-optical devices. These contracts enable the Estonian Defense Forces to purchase electronic aiming and detection devices, laser sights for weapons, and smart devices containing ballistic solutions.

"These framework agreements allow Estonia to purchase the necessary products more quickly and cost-effectively while maintaining competition between companies. The war in Ukraine has shown that having a comprehensive night combat capability is an extremely important component of successful warfare," stated Ramil Lipp, ECDI’s Strategic Category Manager (Armaments). Electro-optical devices include aiming devices, laser sights, and electronic detection devices and sensors. The products are based on night vision and thermal technologies or use radars.

"Electro-optical devices give the defense forces an advantage in detecting and targeting the enemy, especially in conditions with poor visibility, enhancing the units' ability to direct fire more accurately and detect the enemy as early as possible," said Captain Ahti Habanen, the Chief of Armament of the Estonian Defense Forces. "This, in turn, reduces the risks to our servicemembers and gives them an advantage on the battlefield. The enemy must also consider our improved capabilities and adjust their actions accordingly," added Captain Habanen.

The framework procurement has a volume of 200 million euros, and the seven-year framework agreements were signed with several Estonian defense industry companies, including eqqus Ltd OÜ, I.V.A Leon, and Bristol Trust, Hevi Optronics, and PERIMEX OÜ, with joint bids from MOONRAY and Holosun Technologies, Inc.