Radio Test Equipment
ID: FA5570250099Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5570 501 CSW RCOAPO, AE, 09470-5720, USA

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Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515)

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ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC PROPERTIES MEASURING AND TESTING INSTRUMENTS (6625)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking sources for the procurement of radio test equipment through a Sources Sought notice. This opportunity aims to identify potential vendors capable of supplying instruments for measuring and testing electrical signals, which are critical for ensuring the operational readiness and reliability of military communication systems. The place of performance for this contract will be RAF Alconbury in Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom. Interested parties can reach out to the primary contact at 501CSW.RCO@alconbury.af.mil or the secondary contact, Lawrence Roman, at lawrence.roman.gb@us.af.mil or by phone at 441480843925 for further details.

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