Noise Transmission Testing
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Air Warfare Center, Weapons Division, China Lake, CA intends to procure Noise Transmission Testing services. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS Code 541380 (Testing Laboratories) with a size standard of 750 employees. The objective is to provide instrumented, verified sound transmission figures for specified rooms and assemblies. Quotes are due June 2, 2026, at 04:00 PM PST.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves conducting comprehensive noise transmission testing, including:
- Noise Isolation Class (NIC) tests for up to 146 wall/door/roof assemblies.
- Full perimeter and interior sound testing for seven (7) rooms.
- Door assembly testing for 25 door assemblies.
- Utilization of a precision sound level meter and professional grade loudspeaker.
- Delivery of a full report on testing results within 30 days, in PDF and/or Microsoft Excel format.
- Contractor personnel may require credentials (DBIDS, Tier 1 background check) for base access.
- Prohibitions on bringing cell phones or other electronic data systems into test areas.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: Delivery from June 30, 2026, to November 30, 2026.
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business.
- NAICS Code: 541380 (Testing Laboratories).
- Offer Due Date: June 2, 2026, 04:00 PM PST.
- Published Date: May 21, 2026.
Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated based on Price, Delivery Date, and Capability Matching. Award will be made without discussions. The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 by reference or attachment.
Additional Notes
- All responsible sources must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (www.sam.gov). Entities must ensure their SAM registration is active, as the government cannot award to an entity without an active registration. A notarized letter identifying the authorized Entity Administrator is required for new and updated SAM registrations.
- Invoicing and payment will be processed through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF); Apple products are not compatible with the WAWF system.
- Early delivery is accepted and authorized at no additional cost to the Government.
- Vendors and technical contacts must coordinate base access prior to arrival.