VIAVI Solutions RF Filters

This document is a federal Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (Brand-Name) issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Enterprise Acquisition Center. Prepared on behalf of the Enforcement Bureau (EB), the justification requests the sole-source acquisition of specific VIAVI Solutions RF Filters. Under the contemplated contract, the FCC requires 96 total units consisting of eight unique RF filter models (12 units of each) manufactured by VIAVI Solutions, with an estimated procurement value of $55,000.00. The Enforcement Bureau’s Field Division utilizes these fixed-band RF filters to support technical investigations by addressing operational gaps in cellular (4G/5G) frequency monitoring. Market research determined that VIAVI is the only manufacturer capable of producing filters with the precise passband, attenuation, and rejection characteristics necessary for these operations. While the manufacturing source is proprietary, the procurement will be competed on the open market among authorized distributors using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation approach to ensure fair and reasonable pricing. Identified SAM-registered suppliers capable of fulfilling the requirement include VIAVI Solutions, Testmart, and Test Equipment Depot. The FCC plans to post this justification alongside the solicitation on SAM.gov in accordance with simplified acquisition and public posting regulations.

This federal procurement document outlines the technical and delivery requirements for purchasing ninety-six (96) radio frequency (RF) filters manufactured by VIAVI Solutions Inc. To reduce signal interference and improve measurement accuracy during cellular frequency investigations, the government requires twelve (12) units of eight (8) specific RF filter models. The selected contractor must manufacture, test, certify, and deliver the units. Each filter model has distinct technical specifications, including defined passbands (ranging from 696 MHz to 3800 MHz), maximum insertion loss, minimum attenuation, and out-of-band rejection criteria. All models must feature 50-ohm impedance, N-Female input and N-Male output connectors, and operate within a temperature range of -10°C to +65°C. Deliverables include the 96 physical units, individual unit test reports validating compliance, certificates of conformance, and delivery documentation. Final acceptance hinges on meeting all technical and environmental specifications. The contractor must provide a firm-fixed-price quote and a detailed production timeline within five business days of the contract award. Shipping must protect against shock, moisture, vibration, and electrostatic discharge, with an expected delivery lead time of six weeks after receipt of the order.