ALR-56M Radio Frequency (RF) Switch Buy (5985-01-512-9801EW)
ID: FA852225R0052Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8522 AFSC PZABBROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA

NAICS

Electronic Computer Manufacturing (334111)

PSC

ANTENNAS, WAVEGUIDES, AND RELATED EQUIPMENT (5985)

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https://sam.gov/opp/8a0a6baca4174da58bb641b8bd093918/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking to procure Radio Frequency (RF) Switches, identified by NSN 5985-01-512-9801EW, to support the AN/ALR-56M Advanced Radar Warning Receiver (ARWR). This procurement is crucial for maintaining the functionality of the RF Switch, which is a key component of the Super Heterodyne Receiver (SHR) within the AN/ALR-56M Weapon System, utilized in F-16 Blocks C/D and C-130J aircraft. The contract will be awarded through limited competition, primarily to Herley Industries, Inc. (CAES Mission Systems, LLC) or Planar Monolithics Industries (PMI) Inc., with a five-year Requirements Type Contract anticipated to be awarded in 2025. Interested parties may submit proposals within fifteen days of the notice, and all inquiries should be directed to Kenneth Dickman or Kylie Ordoyne via their provided email addresses.

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    Kenneth Dickman
    kenneth.dickman@us.af.mil
    Kylie Ordoyne
    kylie.ordoyne@us.af.mil
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