The document outlines the specifications for the Double Ridge Waveguide WRD-180 Calibration Kit and its corresponding Waveguide-to-Coax Adapter. The Calibration Kit operates within a temperature range of 4 °C to 40 °C, supports microwave frequencies from 18 GHz to 40 GHz, and features a maximum Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) of 1.25. It is compatible with notable network analyzers, specifically the Keysight PNA Model N5225B and Rohde & Schwarz Model ZNB 40.
The Waveguide-to-Coax Adapter mirrors the Calibration Kit’s microwave specifications, also operating at frequencies from 18 GHz to 40 GHz with similar VSWR standards. Both devices are constructed from green-painted aluminum and are RoHS compliant, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
This information is presented in a structured format, including categories such as environmental, microwave, mechanical, dimensional, and regulatory specifications. The document's purpose in the context of federal RFPs likely involves a call for proposals for procurement of precise measurement equipment, highlighting the need for compliance and compatibility in advanced microwave technologies used for electrical testing and analysis.
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has issued Request for Quotation (RFQ) 80NSSC25896559Q for the procurement of specific waveguide calibration equipment, including a 1-WRD-180 Double Ridge Waveguide Calibration Kit and a waveguide adapter. The solicitation includes detailed instructions to potential offerors, emphasizing that this procurement is set aside for small businesses. Interested parties must submit their quotes by 3:00 p.m. CT on March 12, 2025, with a valid quote period of 30 days, and provide contact information for follow-up. Additionally, offerors must complete prescribed representations and certifications related to telecommunications services and equipment and ensure they are registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Key provisions cover compliance with federal requisites on ownership and control, U.S. export regulations, and restrictions concerning contracting with specific corporations. This solicitation reflects NASA's ongoing efforts to engage with small businesses in support of federal acquisitions, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and providing an opportunity for competitive bidding in technologically critical equipment.