Fiore HW Upgrade
Overview
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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 Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) is issuing a sole-source Request for Quotation (RFQ), N0017826Q6691, for the "Fiore HW Upgrade." This opportunity seeks to procure specific hardware from Graybar and Fiore Industries, Inc., along with integration and upgrade support services from Fiore Industries, Inc. Due to proprietary rights, Fiore Innovations Inc. is the only authorized manufacturer, calibrator, and repairer of these items. The award will be a Firm Fixed-Price contract based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation. Proposals are due by March 20, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the procurement and integration of optical receiver modules and related hardware. Key aspects include:
- Hardware Procurement: Specific components include ODT-22E Optical Transmitters, ODT-22ME Optical Receiver Modules, B-22 Battery Packs (all from Fiore Innovations, Inc.), and FS-2200E Optical Fiber Systems (from Graybar).
- Integration & Calibration Services: The contractor will provide labor, material, and equipment for the installation and calibration of Fiore Innovations, Inc. hardware.
- Installation: Optical Receiver Modules will be installed onto Government-furnished chassis.
- Quality Assurance: Evaluation and calibration of modules must use NIST/ANSI traceable instruments.
- Logistics: Shipping of completed chassis to Dahlgren, VA, with tracking information provided.
- Place of Performance: All services will be performed at the Contractor's facility; no travel is required.
Contract Details
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ), Firm Fixed-Price.
- Basis for Award: Sole Source (FAR 6.103-1(b)) due to proprietary rights limiting competition.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- NAICS Code: 334290 (Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing).
- PSC/FSC Code: 7G21 (IT and telecom - network: digital network products).
- Place of Performance: Contractor's facility for services; delivery to Dahlgren, VA 22448.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: March 20, 2026, 12:00 p.m. EST.
- Anticipated Award Date: April 20, 2026.
- Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).
- Submission Requirements:
- Submit a quotation via SF 1449.
- Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Provide documentation from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) confirming authorized reseller or distributor status (Letter of Authorization).
- All costs, including shipping, freight, and tariffs to Dahlgren, VA, must be included in the quoted price.
- Offerors are encouraged to submit published or historical pricing data.
- Contact: Questions should be emailed to Jessica B. Gallagher at jessica.b.gallagher2.civ@us.navy.mil, referencing Synopsis/Solicitation Number N0017826Q6691 in the subject line.
Attachments
Key attachments include a Materials List, Statement of Work (SOW), GFP Attachment, and SF1449.