Voltage Input Module and Controller
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 Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane is soliciting for Voltage Input Modules and Controllers, specifically National Instruments (NI) NI-9205 cards and CompactRIO controllers. This is a sole source procurement with National Instruments Corp., although other offerors may submit quotes for consideration. The contract will be Firm Fixed Price, and offers are due by April 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time.
Purpose & Context
NSWC Crane requires specific NI-9205 Voltage Input Modules and CompactRIO Controllers (CRIO-9045) for use in existing laboratory battery test stations. The government's intent is to award to National Instruments Corp. as a sole source, justified by the critical need for compatibility with current customized LabView software and hardware. Switching vendors would necessitate significant investment in new software development, hardware replacement, and training. An urgent delivery by July 2026 is noted.
Scope of Work & Key Requirements
The procurement includes:
- Item 0001: 3 Each - VOLTAGE INPUT MODULE, C Series, NI-9205, 250 kSPS, 16 bit, 32 Inputs, CompactDAQ/RIO Systems, D-SUB, P/N 779357-01.
- Item 0002: 3 Each - CONTROLLER, CompactRIO, CRIO-9045, Intel Atom E3930, 1.3 GHz, 2 Cores, 2GB RAM, 4GB HD, 8 Slots, Linux, P/N 785623-01. Both items are specified as "Brand Name Only" to National Instruments Corp. or its authorized distributors. DFARS 252.211-7003 (Item Identification and Valuation) is applicable. Accelerated or partial deliveries are acceptable at no additional cost.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent).
- Period of Performance: Delivery is required within 7 weeks from the date of award.
- Place of Performance/Delivery: NSWC Crane, 300 Highway 361, Crane, IN 47522-5001.
- Payment: Will be processed via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).
Submission & Evaluation
- Solicitation Issue Date: April 15, 2026.
- Offer Due Date: April 24, 2026, 12:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Submission Method: Offers must be e-mailed to Heather Summers at heather.r.summers3.civ@us.navy.mil.
- Evaluation: While the government intends to negotiate with National Instruments Corp., other offerors may submit quotes. These will be reviewed, but the determination not to conduct a competitive procurement is at the government's discretion, primarily to assess the feasibility of competition.
- Cybersecurity: Contractors must meet CMMC Level 1 (Self) requirements prior to award.
- Registration: Offerors must be properly registered in SAM.gov.
Additional Notes
This solicitation is issued under FAR Part 13, with synopsis exception FAR 5.202(a)(13). Interested vendors are responsible for monitoring sam.gov for any amendments.