AN/ALQ-131: Voltage Controlled Oscillators Sources Sought Synopsis
ID: FA8523-25-R-VoltageControlledOscillatorsType: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8523 AFLCMC WNKDROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1663, USA

NAICS

Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515)

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https://sam.gov/opp/16208ab6e75547b18f78dcee841556c9/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, is conducting a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify potential suppliers for the design, manufacture, and qualification of Voltage Controlled Oscillators (VCOs) for the AN/ALQ-131 Electronic Attack Pod. The procurement aims to find sources capable of meeting specific performance specifications and managing classified materials related to these components. The VCOs are critical for the functionality of the electronic warfare systems utilized by the Air Force. Interested contractors, including both large and small businesses as well as research institutions, are encouraged to submit their capabilities documentation by May 31, 2025, to Daniel Daniels at daniel.daniels.2@us.af.mil. Participation in this market research does not guarantee contract awards, and the government will not reimburse any incurred expenses.

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    Daniel Daniels
    daniel.daniels.2@us.af.mil
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    AN ALQ 131 Voltage Controlled Oscillators SSS.pdf
    The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center is conducting a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to identify potential suppliers for the design, manufacture, and qualification of Voltage Controlled Oscillators (VCOs) for the AN/ALQ-131 Electronic Attack Pod. Specifically, the survey seeks suppliers that can meet the performance specifications and handle classified materials related to the required components. Interested contractors are invited to demonstrate their capabilities through detailed documentation by May 31, 2025. Participation is encouraged from both large and small businesses, as well as research institutions, with opportunities for joint ventures. Respondents should address various general and specific capability questions, covering the scope of operations, experience with similar projects, quality assurance processes, and approaches to obsolescence management. The government emphasizes that participation does not guarantee contract awards and will not reimburse expenses incurred during the process. This survey serves as a preliminary market research step under the NAICS code 334515 to assess industry capabilities for future solicitations and contract actions regarding these VCOs.
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