RF Boxes
ID: FA282325Q0031Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2823 AFTC PZIOEGLIN AFB, FL, 32542-5418, USA

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

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS FIBER OPTIC COMPONENTS (6099)

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8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) (8AN)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is planning to award a sole-source contract for the conversion of radio frequency (RF) systems from conventional RF over coax to RF over fiber, aimed at optimizing Electronic Warfare Mission Data Tests. This procurement, identified by solicitation number FA282325Q0031, is essential for enhancing the operational capabilities of RF systems and is justified under 10 U.S.C. 2302b and FAR 13.501 due to the unique qualifications of the supplier, RFOptic Inc. Interested parties should note that the anticipated award date is April 22, 2025, with a required delivery date of September 25, 2025, and must submit written responses by April 18, 2025, to A1C Emily Newton at emily.newton.1@us.af.mil for consideration.

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    The Air Force Test Center Installation Operational Contracting Division plans to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to RFOptic Inc. for the conversion of radio frequency (RF) systems from conventional RF over coax to RF over fiber. This action, identified by solicitation number FA282325Q0031, has an anticipated award date of April 22, 2025, with a required delivery date of September 25, 2025. The acquisition is justified under 10 U.S.C. 2302b and FAR 13.501, allowing for procurement without competition due to the uniqueness of the supplier. The applicable NAICS code is 334515, with a size standard of 750 employees. Notably, this notice is not a formal request for proposals or quotes; responses must be submitted in writing by April 18, 2025, for consideration, although the Government retains the discretion to pursue competitive procurement based on the information provided. Questions regarding the acquisition can be directed to A1C Emily Newton via email. This document illustrates the government's intent to streamline operations while navigating specific regulatory frameworks.
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