ContractSpecial Notice

Intent to Sole Source to Dow-Key Microwave

DEPT OF DEFENSE N00173-25-Q-1301352501
Response Deadline
Apr 17, 2026
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Full & Open
Notice Type
Special Notice

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Naval Research Laboratory, part of the Department of the Navy, plans to award a sole-source purchase order to Dow-Key Microwave for needed supplies and services. The procurement includes an exclusive licensing agreement, an evaluation fee for PC05 5401-16X16, and a repair fee for PC05. It will be handled under Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b), with performance in Washington, District of Columbia, and the Navy has determined Dow-Key Microwave is the only responsible source identified for the requirement. Interested parties may submit capability statements that clearly show competition would be advantageous to the Government; questions may be directed to Carrie Cawley or Katrina Gallagher at the listed NRL email addresses.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
334220
Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
PSC Code
J066
MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- INSTRUMENTS AND LABORATORY EQUIPMENT

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
Notice of Intent Sole Source.docx
Word22 KBApr 15, 2026
AI Summary
The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) has issued a Notice of Intent to award a sole source purchase order to Dow-Key Microwave of Ventura, CA. This procurement is not a request for competitive proposals, as the NRL has determined that Dow-Key Microwave is the only responsible source capable of providing the required supplies and services. The purchase order will include an exclusive licensing agreement, an evaluation fee for PC05 5401-16X16, and a repair fee for PC05. The acquisition will utilize Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13.106-1(b), as the purchase will not exceed the $250,000 simplified acquisition threshold. Interested parties may submit their capabilities to respond, but responses must clearly demonstrate that competition would be advantageous to the Government. The Government reserves the discretion to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedApr 15, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineApr 17, 2026
expiryArchive DateApr 18, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE NAVY
Office
NAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORY

Point of Contact

Name
Carrie Cawley

Place of Performance

Washington, District of Columbia, UNITED STATES

Official Sources