SOLE SOURCE-IMA

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of Integrated Microwave Assemblies (IMAs). The government is procuring these items on a sole source basis from CAES Mission Systems LLC, Woburn, MA, under the authority of FAR 13.106-1, due to the items being peculiar to this manufacturer. However, other responsible sources may submit a capability statement for consideration.

• Procurement of Integrated Microwave Assembly (IMA) Attenuator, part number MD-170K001, as per Drawing 561R638-V, CDRL, SOW, and DD254.

• Quantity: 10 Each.

• Delivery: FOB Destination, Crane, IN.

• Partial and accelerated delivery is acceptable at no additional cost to the Government.

• The contractor shall provide DoD unique identification or a DoD recognized unique identification equivalent.

• CMMC Level 2 (Self) is required for award.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery is expected within 12 months from the date of award.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Quotations must be submitted by close of business on 12 May 2026.

• The solicitation is for information and quotations; it is not an order.

• Capability statements from other responsible sources will be considered.

• Evaluation criteria are not detailed in this section.

• This is not a Small Business Set-Aside.

• Sole source procurement from CAES Mission Systems LLC.

• The document contains Distribution Statement D and Export Controlled Data.

• Electronic submission of payment requests and receiving reports is required via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a sole source synopsis for the purchase of an Inertial Measurement Unit (IMA) by the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane. The government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source, CAES Mission Systems LLC, due to the items being peculiar to one manufacturer. The solicitation is issued under the authority of FAR 13.106-1.

• CLIN 0001: 10 units of IMA, Part Number: MD-170K001.

• This is a sole source procurement.

• The solicitation number is N00164-26-Q-0140.

• Offers shall be e-mailed to trista.m.ray.civ@us.navy.mil.

• All required information must be received on or before 12 MAY 2026, 4:00 PM Eastern Time.

• All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, which will be considered. However, the determination to compete is at the Government's discretion.

• This is a sole source/brand name only procurement.

• Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Contractors must also be registered in the Joint Certification Program (JCP) to receive controlled attachments.

• Controlled attachments will be posted concurrently with the solicitation.

• Vendors are responsible for monitoring https://sam.gov for any amendments.

• Changes made after the closing date will only be provided to offerors who submit a quote.

Statement of Work (SOW)

This Statement of Work (SOW) is for the purchase of parts supporting the AN/ALQ-218 Tactical Jamming System Receiver (TJSR), and its variants and derivatives. These parts are intended for use in Depot Repairs.

• Procurement of 10 units of the Limited Attenuator Switch, part number MD-170K001.

• The attenuator is a critical component for the Navy's EA-18G Growler aircraft, providing advanced electronic attack capability by locating and disrupting enemy communication channels.

• Not explicitly stated, but implied to be for Depot Repairs.

• Shipping address: Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC), Crane Division, Code WXS, Bldg. 3330C, 300 Highway 361, Crane, IN 47522-5001.

• The contractor must maintain a SECRET facility security clearance.

• The contractor must maintain a SECRET level of safeguarding for classified information/material.

• The contractor must protect critical information and observe OPSEC requirements.

• The contractor will assist in modernizing classified systems, which may involve classified testing, and the generation/receipt of classified material.

• The contractor shall provide the Integrated Microwave Assembly(s) in accordance with manufacturer source control drawings.

• The contractor must adhere to strict guidelines regarding counterfeit parts and material, obtaining parts only from authorized sources or suppliers meeting specific counterfeit avoidance criteria.

• The contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer of any issues with obtaining critical or high-risk materiel from authorized sources and take mitigating actions.

• The contractor must report instances of counterfeit and suspect counterfeit materiel.

• CLIN 0001: Purchase of Limited Attenuator Switch.

• Unit Price: $34,988.87

• Total Price: $349,888.70

• Support of the AEA-18G Program.

• Technical Points of Contact: Cody Coulter (cody.l.coulter.civ@us.navy.mil, 812-854-4896) and Daniel Steele (daniel.r.steele10.civ@us.navy.mil, 812-854-5067).