Real Time Spectrum Analyzer
ID: F1STAB4214A002Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA9304 AFTC PZZEDWARDS AFB, CA, 93524-1185, USA

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

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ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC PROPERTIES MEASURING AND TESTING INSTRUMENTS (6625)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the USAF Test Pilot School, is seeking proposals for a Real Time Spectrum Analyzer to enhance its electronic warfare training capabilities. The required analyzer must operate within a frequency range of 0-40 GHz and include features such as an OCXO precision frequency reference, removable hard drives, and a radio frequency preamplifier, all aimed at supporting the evaluation and characterization of complex electronic warfare waveforms. This procurement is critical for maintaining defense readiness and advancing military training technologies, with proposals due by November 12, 2024, at 15:00 PM PDT. Interested vendors should submit their quotes via email to both Cole Staron and Carlos Barrera, ensuring compliance with the outlined specifications and requirements.

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    The document is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for acquiring a Real Time Spectrum Analyzer by the USAF Test Pilot School (TPS). The required specifications include a 0-40 GHz frequency range, OCXO precision frequency reference, removable hard drives, and a radio frequency preamplifier. Interested vendors must submit written proposals by November 12, 2024, with a focus on meeting the outlined requirements. The solicitation operates under FAR Subpart 12.6 using Simplified Acquisition Procedures, and submissions must adhere to specific guidelines including contractor information, delivery timelines, and proper representations. The evaluation will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria, emphasizing the price and technical capability of the bids. Additionally, clauses and provisions will follow the latest federal acquisition regulations. The document also specifies submission protocols, timelines, and contacts for inquiries, underscoring the URGENCY and structure typical of government RFPs. Overall, this solicitation is aimed at ensuring the procurement of essential equipment necessary for electronic warfare evaluation by the military.
    The USSF/USAF Space Test Course and Test Pilot School seeks to procure a Real Time Spectrum Analyzer to enhance its electronic warfare curriculum and support training in analyzing RF-generated threats. The specifications outlined require the analyzer to cover a frequency range of 10 Hz to 40 GHz, with high frequency resolution and calibration accuracy. Key features include advanced signal processing capabilities, extensive sweep times, and multiple input/output interfaces. Additionally, the analyzer is expected to provide detailed spectral purity metrics, trigger mechanisms, and dynamic range capabilities essential for thorough signal analysis. Data acquisition should include rapid sampling rates and flexibility in display options. Notably, the device must facilitate various bandwidths and filtering options to accommodate evolving threat environments. This document serves as a formal request for proposals (RFP), delineating the technical and operational requirements necessary for suppliers to understand the capabilities needed in supporting military training in electronic warfare and threat analysis. The procurement is integral to maintaining defense readiness in modern warfare scenarios, reflecting the government's commitment to advancing military training technologies.
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