IPTV DECODERS
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 Research Laboratory (NRL) in Washington, DC, is seeking quotations for IPTV Decoders and associated equipment, software licenses, and service programs. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside combined synopsis/solicitation issued as a Request for Quotations (RFQ) on a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) basis. Quotations are due by February 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
NRL requires the procurement of new equipment, specifically:
- EP 6 Decoders (QTY 100), along with separate remotes (QTY 100), IR extenders (QTY 20), and power supplies (QTY 30).
- IPTV Middleware Licenses (QTY 20), each for 5 decoders, to be set in IPTV mode.
- A Gold Service Program (QTY 1), an annual contract covering 14% of total purchased products, including 24/7 phone support, critical software updates, and 48-hour advanced hardware replacement.
- A Service/Warranty Catch Up Fee (QTY 1), for bringing expired service plans current, capped at 2 years or $15,000.
All items must be "BRAND NAME OR EQUAL" in accordance with FAR 52.211-6. Vendors must be an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), an OEM authorized dealer, distributor, or reseller, and provide documentation from the manufacturer confirming authorization. All equipment must be new and covered by the manufacturer's warranty. Delivery will be to the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory, 4555 Overlook Avenue, S.W., Bldg. 49, Washington, DC 20375.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 13.003(b)(1))
- NAICS Code: 334310 (Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing) with a 750-employee size standard
- PSC: 5895 (Miscellaneous Communication Equipment)
- Quotation Due: February 9, 2026, 5:00 PM EST
- Published Date: February 4, 2026
Evaluation Factors
Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quotation is most advantageous to the Government, based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach. Offers will be ranked by price, and the lowest-priced technically acceptable offer(s) will be selected. The Government may evaluate options by adding their total price to the basic requirement.
Submission Instructions
Quoters must submit one copy of their technical and price quote via email. Submissions must include the company's DUNS Number and CAGE Code. All questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted via email. Quoters must include a statement accepting the solicitation's terms and conditions or list any exceptions with rationale. An active registration in SAM.gov is required for award.