ALR-56M Radio Frequency (RF) Switch Buy (5985-01-512-9801EW)
ID: FA8522-25-RFI-00052Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8522 AFSC PZABBROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA

NAICS

Electronic Computer Manufacturing (334111)

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https://sam.gov/opp/aaaccbf0d23248e3947782b60d23fc9c/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the procurement of the ALR-56M Radio Frequency (RF) Switch (NSN 5985-01-512-9801EW), which is critical for military applications, particularly in the F-16 C/D and C-130J A/C platforms. The government seeks contractors with the expertise and capabilities to provide depot-level testing and manufacturing of this RF switch, which is currently supplied exclusively by Herley Industries, Inc., due to unique technical data rights that complicate sourcing from alternative manufacturers. Interested parties must maintain facilities for handling classified materials and submit their capabilities and past experiences by September 19, 2024, to Michael Wensjoe or Kylie Ordoyne via email, as participation in this survey does not guarantee future contract awards and the government will not reimburse any associated expenses.

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    Michael Wensjoe
    michael.wensjoe@us.af.mil
    Kylie Ordoyne
    kylie.ordoyne@us.af.mil
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    FA8522-25-RFI-00052 Sam Posting.docx
    The document is a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the procurement of the ALR-56M Radio Frequency (RF) Switch, specifically NSN 5985-01-512-9801EW. The RFI aims to identify potential sources capable of fulfilling the manufacturing and depot-level testing requirements for this RF switch, which is vital for military applications, particularly in the F-16 C/D and C-130J A/C platforms. Participation is limited to DoD and U.S. DoD Contractors, and responses will inform the government's evaluation of acquisition strategies, including opportunities for small businesses. Key points include a request for contractors to provide their capabilities, past experiences in similar projects, and to detail their facilities for handling classified materials. The RFI emphasizes that responses will not be regarded as proposals, and the sole known manufacturer, Herley Industries, Inc., holds unique technical data rights, complicating the potential for alternate sources. Additionally, interested parties must comply with submission guidelines by September 19, 2024, and the government will not cover expenses related to participation in the survey. This market research could lead to a competitive procurement process in the future.
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