RADIO FREQUENCY TRANSMISSION
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 Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane has issued a sole source solicitation (N0016426Q0074) for Radio Frequency Transmission Switches, part number N7-413D481T, NSN 5985-01-231-7941. The proposed contract action is with Ducommun Labarge Technologies Inc., the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), as they are unwilling to sell data rights. These switches are vital for the AN/ALM-233 countermeasure test sets used to maintain AN/ALQ-184 Electronic Countermeasures PODs on A-10 and F-16 aircraft, supporting U.S. Air Force fleet defense missions. A delay in procurement would negatively impact mission effectiveness. Offers are due March 20, 2026, at 6:00 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for an initial quantity of four (4) Radio Frequency Transmission Switches, with two (2) options for three (3) additional switches each, to be purchased in subsequent years. Key technical specifications for the switches include:
- Series Type: N
- Number of positions: 7
- R.F. connector: SMA (4)
- Power Terminals: Solder (1)
- Voltage: 12-15 Vdc (6)
- Circuit options: Latching with self de-energizing circuitry (D)
- Frequency range: DC to 15.0 GHz (4)
- Polarity: Common plus(+) (8)
- Special options: Bracket termination (50 ohms) (1T)
DFARS 252.211-7003, Item Identification and Valuation, is applicable.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order (Request for Quote under FAR Part 12.201)
- Solicitation Number: N0016426Q0074
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Sole Source)
- Issue Date: March 2, 2026
- Offer Due: March 20, 2026, 6:00 PM Eastern Time
- Period of Performance: Initial award plus two one-year option periods for additional quantities.
Evaluation
While specific evaluation factors are not detailed, Section M references "Evaluation of Options." All responsible sources may submit a capability statement or proposal, which will be considered by the agency. This information will primarily be used to re-evaluate the justification for sole source or limitation of sources and potentially change the acquisition strategy to a competitive procurement.
Additional Notes
Contractors must be properly registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Payment will be made via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). Delivery is FOB Destination, and inspection/acceptance will occur at NSWC Crane, IN.