Frequency-dependent Metrology of Chip-scale Mechanical Ultra-Low Frequency Antennas
ID: N6426725Q4074Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTERNORCO, CA, 92860, USA

PSC

ANTENNAS, WAVEGUIDES, AND RELATED EQUIPMENT (5985)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/66be6d9bb35746beb4903c4439c012e2/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 31, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 16, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 18, 2025, 10:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Corona Division, is issuing a pre-solicitation for the procurement of materials and services related to the production of chip-scale mechanical ultra-low frequency antennas. The primary objective is to acquire specific materials, including TRSX2B PMN-PT and FeGa, and to ensure their characterization via Scanning Quantum Interference Device (SQUID) magnetometry, with a requirement for the delivery of materials within 8 weeks and a minimum of 10 units of FeGa thin film stack structures. This initiative is crucial for advancing technology that supports strategic mission objectives, enhancing defense capabilities through innovative materials research and development. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses via email to Ashley Briseno at ashley.m.briseno.civ@us.navy.mil by the response deadline specified in the SAM posting, as there is no solicitation available at this time.

Point(s) of Contact
Ashley Briseno
ashley.m.briseno.civ@us.navy.mil
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Apr 16, 2025, 5:06 PM UTC
The Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC), Corona Division, is seeking proposals for the procurement of materials and services related to the production of chip-scale mechanical ultra-low frequency antennas. This request focuses on acquiring specific materials required to produce these antennas, including TRSX2B PMN-PT and FeGa, with an emphasis on their characterization through Scanning Quantum Interference Device (SQUID) magnetometry. Notably, the NSWC requires the delivery of materials within 8 weeks and specifies the need for a minimum of 10 units of FeGa thin film stack structures with precise magnetic property measurements under varying electric fields. The document outlines technical requirements, including the specifications for materials and services. The purpose of this RFP is to support advancing technology for strategic mission objectives, underlining the NSWC's commitment to enhancing defense capabilities through research and development in innovative materials. The expected place of performance is Norco, California, and additional details regarding inspection and acceptance methodologies will be provided.
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