Montena Optical Link
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 Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) is soliciting quotations for a Montena Optical Link under RFQ N0017826Q6703. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity seeks to procure specific Montena Technology SA products to ensure compatibility with existing laboratory systems. Quotations are due by March 31, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST.
Scope of Work
NSWCDD intends to procure Montena Technology SA products, including:
- Two (2) MOL2000T2 Point-to-point fibre optic links (80 Hz - 3.5 GHz, SMA(f) connectors).
- Two (2) FO2C200RU Ruggedized dual fiber-optic cables (200m length).
- One (1) FO2C500RU Ruggedized dual fiber-optic cable (500m length).
- Associated shipping to Dahlgren, VA. The material must be fully compatible (form, fit, and function) with current laboratory systems, with proprietary rights limiting competition. Purchasing these specific optical links will ensure technical compatibility, exact test excitation, and avoid additional labor costs for hardware and software updates.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ), Firm Fixed-Price.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.104-1).
- NAICS Code: 335921 (1000 employees size standard).
- PSC/FSC Code: 7G21 - Digital Network Communications Hardware.
- Quotations Due: March 31, 2026, 12:00 p.m. EST.
- Anticipated Award: By April 30, 2026.
- Delivery: Within 8 weeks from the date of award.
- Published: March 24, 2026.
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. This is a "Brand Name or Equal" acquisition, but proprietary rights limit competition to Montena Technology SA products. Offerors must submit documentation from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) confirming their status as an authorized reseller or distributor. Quotations without this documentation may not be considered. All costs, including shipping and any tariffs, must be included in the quoted price. Offerors are encouraged to provide pricing data to support fair and reasonable pricing determination. Firms must be registered in SAM.gov to be eligible for award.
Additional Notes
Questions regarding this solicitation should be submitted via email to Jessica Gallagher (jessica.b.gallagher2.civ@us.navy.mil), referencing Synopsis/Solicitation Number N0017826Q6703 in the subject line, prior to the RFQ closing.