USAGM Audio Processing and Monitoring Equipment
Overview
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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. Agency for Global Media (USAGM), through its Office of Contracts, is soliciting offers for Audio Processing and Monitoring Equipment to support the Kuwait Expansion Project at the Kuwait Transmitting Station. This requirement includes four additional transmitters and associated audio program chain equipment for the master control room. The acquisition is set aside for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB). Offers are due by February 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
USAGM requires the supply of specific audio equipment, categorized as "Non-Capitalized Goods," on a Firm Fixed Price basis. Key deliverables include:
- ORBAN XPN-AM Audio Processor (Manufacturer Part no.: XPN-AM) - Quantity: 4
- BELAR AMMA-2 Precision DSP-Based AM Modulation Monitor/Analyzer (Manufacturer Part no.: AMMA-2) - Quantity: 4
- FOSTEX-RM3 1U Stereo Rack Mount Monitor System (Manufacturer Part no.: RM-3) - Quantity: 4
- KEYSIGHT 53210A Frequency Counter / RF Counter (Manufacturer Part No.: 53210A) - Quantity: 4
- Freight charges to JCM Logistics, Sterling, VA 20166 - Quantity: 1
Delivery for freight charges is expected within 6 months.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotation for Commercial Items)
- Set-Aside: 100% Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
- NAICS Code: 334310 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 750 Employees
- Offer Due Date: February 25, 2026, 12:00 PM ET
- Published Date: February 17, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be made on a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Offerors must complete blocks 12, 17, 23, and 24 of the Standard Form 1449.
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates by reference FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5. FAR 52.212-3 is attached. Invoices are to be submitted electronically via the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Payment Program (IPP).