QRE Shock and Vibration Testing

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis and solicitation for QRE Shock and Vibration Testing services. The government is procuring these services as a firm-fixed-price contract. Bidders are instructed to review the attached Performance Specification and associated solicitation documents.

The solicitation outlines specific CLINs (Contract Line Item Numbers) for various vibration and shock testing, including:

• Vibration Test #1 through #8
• Shock Testing #1 through #8
• DATA (CLINs 0011 and 1007)

Bidders are encouraged to propose alternative CLIN structures if they are more economically advantageous.

• Contract type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but options to extend services and contract term are included (FAR 52.217-8 and FAR 52.217-9).

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Quote Submission Deadline: Wednesday, 18 March 2026, by 1500 (3:00 p.m.) Pacific Standard Time (PST).

• Submission Method: Via email to nicholas.s.roberts8.civ@mail.mil.

• Evaluation Factors: Quality of the product and Price.

• Award Basis: Best value to the Government.

• Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside is included (FAR 52.219-6).

• Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is required.

• The government may reject any or all quotations and reserves the right to cancel the solicitation.

• No reimbursement for proposal preparation costs.

• Several FAR and DFARS provisions and clauses are applicable, some with authorized deviations. These are listed in the document.

• Attachments include:

  • DMEA Statement of Work (SoW) No. 26-6B0
  • S&V Test Plan
  • S&V Test Plan S-DTD

Statement of Work (SOW)

To perform Shock and Vibration testing on DMEA's SatCom Systems to ensure their capability to function and survive in adverse operational environments.

• Conduct vibration testing on specified SatCom Systems using provided fixtures.

• Conduct shock testing on specified SatCom Systems using provided fixtures.

• Provide recommendations for tailoring DMEA-provided test plans for contractor equipment.

• Advise on fixturing required to integrate Devices Under Test (DUTs) with test equipment.

• Summarize all test results in a final technical report for each test cycle/run.

• Vibration and shock test execution must be scheduled within 30 days of DMEA's request.

• DMEA Engineers will be allowed to prepare concurrent electrical monitoring equipment and observe tests.

• Test reports are required within five (5) days of test completion and must include parameters, analysis of results, faults, anomalies, and technical conclusions.

• Not explicitly stated, but implies testing will be conducted by the contractor.

• All materials provided by DMEA for test execution must be returned upon completion of testing.

• The contractor must provide a date/time for testing execution.

• Option vibration and shock tests are also defined.

• Specific data items (CDRLs) are listed, including technical reports and final reports, with distribution statements and government rights noted.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Sole Source Justification for a new firm fixed price requirement to procure shock and vibration testing of Satellite Communication (SatCom) devices, enclosures, and systems. The Defense Microelectronics Activity (DMEA) is fabricating these devices for DoD Customers and requires testing to ensure they function in adverse operational environments.

This justification indicates that the government intends to procure shock and vibration testing services. It identifies Martin Test Labs as the only known source with the necessary equipment, expertise, and proximity to DMEA for this specific testing. While the document states the intent to post on SAM.gov for quotations from responsible sources, it highlights a sole-source approach due to limited identified capabilities. Bidders interested in providing such testing services should note this justification and monitor SAM.gov for potential future opportunities or to understand the basis for this sole-source determination.