RFQ - 711 HPW/RHDR 10kW Amplifier System
ID: COMBO-AFRL-PZLEQ-2025-0010Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2396 USAF AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND AFRL PZL AFRL PZLEWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7541, USA

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220)

PSC

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC PROPERTIES MEASURING AND TESTING INSTRUMENTS (6625)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8187562d81f648a69ad6cdb89bc3e422/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), is soliciting quotes for a 10kW amplifier system under Solicitation Number COMBO-AFRL-PZLEQ-2025-0010, with a focus on small business participation. The procurement aims to replace outdated equipment that disrupts research in high peak power continuous and pulsed microwave applications, requiring a system that operates within a frequency range of 1-6 GHz and meets specific technical specifications outlined in the Minimum Requirements Document. This upgrade is critical for ensuring uninterrupted progress in bioeffects research and enhancing operational efficiency, with a delivery timeline of 18 months post-award. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by April 1, 2025, and can contact Chris Stokes at chris.stokes.1@us.af.mil for further information.

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    Chris Stokes
    chris.stokes.1@us.af.mil
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    1-6 GHz 10 kW amplifier system - MRD rev 14Nov24.pdf
    The Minimum Requirements Document outlines the need for a new amplifier system at 711 HPW/RHDR to replace outdated equipment that is causing significant research disruptions in high peak power continuous and pulsed microwave applications. The document specifies essential capabilities for the new system, including a frequency range of 1-6 GHz, various modulation techniques (CW/AM/FM/PM), and a Continuous Wave Minimum Power Output of 8 kW to 10 kW, among other technical requirements. It emphasizes compatibility with existing facility infrastructure, detailing input power specifications, output connectors, communication interfaces, and internal monitoring features. This upgrade is necessary to ensure uninterrupted progress in bioeffects research and to improve operational efficiency, with a desired delivery timeline of 18 months post-award. The document serves as a formal request for proposals (RFP) targeting vendors capable of meeting these outlined technical specifications and performance metrics to satisfy essential mission requirements. The focus on both minimum and desirable specifications indicates the urgency and critical nature of this procurement process in supporting ongoing research missions.
    COMBO-AFRL-PZLEQ-2025-0010.docx
    The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) is soliciting quotes for a commercial amplifier system under Solicitation Number COMBO-AFRL-PZLEQ-2025-0010. This solicitation is a total small business set-aside, seeking one unit to be delivered to Fort Sam Houston, TX, within 18 months after contract award. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by April 1, 2025. Evaluation will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable approach, requiring offers to meet technical specifications outlined in the Minimum Requirements Document dated November 14, 2024. Vendors must include representations and certifications and comply with various federal acquisition regulations, including clauses related to small business participation and equal opportunity. The document specifies that the government retains the right to award various items or none, based on submissions received. Furthermore, it includes essential clauses from the Federal Acquisition Regulation to incorporate required statutes and executive orders pertinent to this acquisition. With this solicitation, the AFRL showcases its commitment to leveraging small businesses in the procurement process while ensuring compliance with stipulated federal guidelines.
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