Custom 50-58 GHz Gaussian Lens Antenna
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
NASA/NSSC has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole source contract to MILLIMETER WAVE SYSTEMS LLC for a Custom 50-58 GHz Gaussian Lens Antenna. This notice serves as a request for information from other interested organizations to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. Performance will be at NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in Greenbelt, MD. Responses are due by February 23, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Central Standard Time.
Purpose & Context
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), specifically the NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC), requires a specialized Custom 50-58 GHz Gaussian Lens Antenna. The government intends to procure this item via a sole source contract to MILLIMETER WAVE SYSTEMS LLC, citing them as the sole provider. This procurement falls under FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13 for commercial items and services. This notice is primarily for market research to assess if other qualified sources exist that could fulfill the requirement competitively.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) Gaussian Optics Lens Antenna (GOLA) designed to operate within the 50-58 GHz frequency range. Key technical specifications include:
- Polarization: Single
- Return Loss: -15 dB (typical)
- Aperture Efficiency: Greater than 40%
- Side Lobe Levels: -25 dB-pk (goal)
- Waveguide Interface: WR-15 rectangular flange per UG-385/U
- Characterized Antenna Patterns: Required for 52 GHz and 56 GHz, with specific angular ranges (Alpha: 0-180 degrees, Phi: 0-360 degrees at 0.1-degree resolution) and a Sidelobe/Backlobe Dynamic Range greater than 40 dB-pk.
- Mechanical Package: Cylindrical body (3" diameter, 3.35" height) with an approximate 2.370" waveguide feed length from the top of the body. The period of performance is less than or equal to 22 weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO).
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Intended Awardee: MILLIMETER WAVE SYSTEMS LLC
- NAICS Code: 334519
- Product Service Code: 6640 - Laboratory Equipment And Supplies
- Set-Aside: While the metadata indicates a Total Small Business Set-Aside, this notice specifically seeks to determine if a sole source award is appropriate. Responses will inform the decision on whether to pursue competition.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested organizations capable of providing the Custom 50-58 GHz Gaussian Lens Antenna are invited to submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing. Submissions will be evaluated to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. The government retains sole discretion in deciding whether to compete this effort. Oral communications are not acceptable.
Key Dates & Contact
- Published Date: February 19, 2026
- Response Due Date: February 23, 2026, by 12:00 p.m. Central Standard Time
- Place of Performance: Greenbelt, MD 20771 (NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center)
- Primary Point of Contact: Lindsey McLellan (lindsey.m.mclellan@nasa.gov)