Combined Notice of Intent to Sole Source / Sources Sought Notice - Phased array antenna receive modules for RF channel propagation measurements
ID: AMD-FY25-NOI-CHIPS-00514Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGYUS

NAICS

Semiconductor Machinery Manufacturing (333242)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d7efe27c2c1e4bad8ab387a3a1c38b1d/view
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    Description

    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is issuing a combined notice of intent to sole source and sources sought notice for the procurement of three Phased Array Antenna Receive Modules intended for RF channel propagation measurements. The specific requirements include a 256 element phased array configuration, dual polarization, a center frequency of 15 GHz, and compatibility with MATLAB software, with Extreme Waves, Inc. identified as the sole vendor capable of fulfilling these specifications. This procurement is crucial for advancing NIST's capabilities in RF measurements, and interested parties are encouraged to submit their company information and capabilities by January 23, 2025, to the designated contacts, Forest Crumpler and Jenna Bortner, via email.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Forest Crumpler
    forest.crumpler@nist.gov
    Jenna Bortner
    jenna.bortner@nist.gov
    Files
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    AMD-FY25-NOI-CHIPS-00514.pdf
    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is issuing a combined sources sought notice and intent to sole source for three (3) Phased Array Antenna Receive Modules for RF channel propagation measurements. The government intends to award a sole source contract to Extreme Waves, Inc., the only identified vendor capable of meeting the outlined specifications, which include a 256 element phased array configuration, dual polarization, a center frequency of 15 GHz, and MATLAB software compatibility. NIST's market research confirms that only Extreme Waves appears to fulfill these requirements. Interested parties are invited to respond by providing their company's information and capabilities, along with evidence of their ability to supply the required products. They are also encouraged to identify any potentially restrictive requirements and suggest alternatives to enhance participation from small businesses. The notice emphasizes that responses will aid NIST in accurately soliciting for its needs and clarifies that it is not a request for quotes or proposals. Responses should be submitted by email by January 23, 2025, and questions regarding this notice can be directed to the specified points of contact.
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