Cryogenic Amplifiers
ID: FA875125Q0047Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8751 AFRL RIKOROME, NY, 13441-4514, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC PROPERTIES MEASURING AND TESTING INSTRUMENTS (6625)

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https://sam.gov/opp/9dbb5e057135411881cb2b3c52da0e52/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is planning to procure cryogenic amplifiers through a sole-source contract with Quantum Microwave Components, LLC. The procurement includes several specific Low Noise Factory branded products, such as amplifiers and power supplies, which are critical for the operation of a recently purchased dilution refrigerator. These specialized instruments are essential for measuring and testing electrical signals at cryogenic temperatures, ensuring optimal performance in sensitive applications. Interested parties may submit capability statements to the primary contact, Tabitha Haggart, at tabitha.haggart@us.af.mil, with the anticipated award date set for on or before May 30, 2025. This notice serves as a presolicitation and is not a request for competitive proposals.

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    Tabitha Haggart
    tabitha.haggart@us.af.mil
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