WAVEFORM GENERATOR
Overview
Buyer
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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 is seeking to procure ten (10) Arbitrary Waveform Generators (AWG), specifically Part Number 670C-4C-2256M-HV4-GPIB or equivalent. This is a sole source procurement with an intent to award to BNC Corp, but all responsible sources are invited to submit capability statements. The requirement is for devices with specific technical characteristics for use in Aegis test sets. Offers are due by June 8, 2026, at 11:00 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
NSWC Crane requires ten AWGs with advanced capabilities to provide synchronized pulses to modulators and test equipment within Aegis test sets. Key technical requirements include:
- Channels: 4 independently controlled analog channels (minimum).
- Output: Up to 12Vpp on 50ohm, with -6V to +6V offsets.
- Sampling Rate: 100Msa/s (minimum), ideally 600Msa/s.
- Interfaces: GPIB and LAN for communication, supporting SCPI.
- Memory: 256Ms (minimum).
- Waveform Generation: Ability to play complex waveforms (sequences/segments) and synchronize them across all 4 channels for continuous playback.
- Control: Remote control via GPIB/LAN, and a physical screen/buttons for manual control.
- Resolution/Jitter: 16 bits vertical resolution (minimum), jitter less than 2 picoseconds (minimum).
- Options: HV4 (High voltage output) and GPIB USBTMC option.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price Request for Quotes (RFQ).
- Quantity: 10 Each.
- Delivery: 6 weeks from the date of award, F.O.B. Destination. Early and partial deliveries are acceptable.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- NAICS Code: 334515.
- Product Service Code: 6115 (Generators And Generator Sets, Electrical).
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: June 8, 2026, 11:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Submission Method: Offers shall be e-mailed to rose.m.brown44.civ@us.navy.mil.
- Sole Source Justification: The government intends to sole source to BNC Corp (Berkeley Nucleonic Corp) due to their unique ability to meet specified characteristics and compatibility with existing Aegis test sets. However, responsible sources may submit capability statements for consideration.
- Evaluation Factors: While not explicitly detailed, evaluation will likely consider technical compliance, price, and past performance.
- Registration: Contractors must be properly registered in SAM.gov.
Additional Notes
This solicitation is issued under FAR 12.201-1 for commercial items using simplified procedures. Amendments will be posted on SAM.gov. Payment and invoicing will be processed through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). Inspection and acceptance will occur at NSWC Crane.