Combined Sources Sought Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Microwave Power Meter
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), under the Department of Commerce, has issued a Combined Sources Sought Notice and Notice of Intent to Sole Source for a Microwave Power Meter. NIST intends to award a sole source contract to Anritsu Americas Sales Company if no other capable sources are identified. This is for market research purposes to confirm the lack of alternative sources. Responses are due by March 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
NIST requires one (1) microwave power meter and one (1) power sensor. The equipment must be software compatible with each other and with an Anritsu VectorStar Vector Network Analyzer (VNA).
- Line Item 0001: Power sensor (MA24340A)
- Quantity: 1
- Technical Specifications: 10 MHz – 40 GHz frequency range with 2.92 mm connector, –70 dBm – +20 dBm dynamic range, compatible with Anritsu VectorStar VNA.
- Line Item 0002: Power meter (ML2437A)
- Quantity: 1
- Technical Specifications: Compatible with MA24340A power sensor, single channel input, compatible with Anritsu VectorStar VNAs.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Sources Sought / Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None (market research for sole source)
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies)
- Response Due: March 3, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Questions Due: February 20, 2026, 12:00 PM ET
- Published: February 17, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should email responses to the Primary and Secondary POCs. Responses should not contain proprietary information. Required information includes:
- Company name, address, contact information, and Unique Entity ID (UEI).
- Company's capability to meet or exceed NIST's minimum requirements.
- Whether the company is an authorized reseller and evidence thereof.
- Identification of any unduly restrictive requirements and suggestions for improvement.
- Business size (small or other than small) for NAICS 334516.
- Suggested alternative NAICS codes.
- Information on existing Federal Supply Schedule or other contracts.
- Description of relevant experience.
- Any other valuable market research information.
Points of Contact
- Primary: Elizabeth Timberlake (elizabeth.timberlake@nist.gov)
- Secondary: Forest Crumpler (forest.crumpler@nist.gov)
Additional Notes
NIST conducted market research from November 2025 through January 2026 and found only Anritsu capable of meeting the requirements. This notice is for market research only and does not guarantee a solicitation or contract award.