OpŸcal Spectrum Analyzer
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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 U.S. Army Contracting Command-Redstone is conducting market research through a Special Notice / Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for a brand name or equivalent Optical Spectrum Analyzer High Performance model. This item is intended as a replacement for aging equipment at the Army Primary Standards Laboratory (APSL), Redstone Arsenal, AL. This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal. Responses are due by March 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
The government seeks information on sources capable of providing one (1) Yokogawa AQ6370E-20 Optical Spectrum Analyzer High Performance Model or an equivalent. Key specifications include:
- Wavelength range: 600 to 1700 nm
- Wavelength accuracy: ±0.01 nm
- Wavelength resolution: 0.02 nm
- Close-in Dynamic range: 78 dB typ.
- Level range: +20 to -90 dBm
- Features: Up to 2x faster measurement (SMSR mode), Sharper spectrum measurement (HCDR mode), Large touchscreen LCD.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice / Request for Information (RFI)
- NAICS Code: 334515 (Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals)
- Set-Aside: TBD
- Response Due: March 24, 2026, by 7:00 PM ET
- Published: March 18, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Interested parties must respond to this RFI by providing:
- Full company name
- Business size and socio-economic status (if applicable)
- Point(s) of Contact (POCs) details (name, position, office, phone, email)
- CAGE Code
- Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)
Responses should be submitted via email to Lisa Armes (lisa.s.armes.civ@army.mil) or Wanda Little (wanda.k.little.civ@army.mil). No phone calls will be accepted. Responses will be used for market research to determine potential sources; not responding does not preclude future participation if a solicitation is issued.
Place of Performance
Army Primary Standards Laboratory (APSL), Building 5435 Fowler Road, Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898, United States.