C & X-Band 300W Amplifier
Overview
Buyer
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Set Aside
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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 Department of the Air Force, 56 CONS CC at Luke Air Force Base, AZ, is soliciting proposals for the acquisition of one C & X-Band 300W Amplifier. This opportunity is a 100% Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Set-Aside. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical capability, past performance, and price, with technical and past performance combined being equally as important as price. The deadline for questions is June 4, 2026, and proposals are due by June 8, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) C & X-Band 300W Amplifier. Detailed technical specifications, known as Salient Characteristics, are provided in an attached document. Key technical requirements include: GaN Pulsed amplification, a frequency range of 5.5GHz - 10.5GHz, an output power greater than 55dBm (300W), a maximum duty cycle of 15%, and an operating temperature range of -20C to +65C. The amplifier must be a connectorized module with specific dimensions and connector types. Delivery is requested by November 30, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Solicitation Number: FA488726Q0027
- Set-Aside: 100% Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
- NAICS Code: 334220 (Size Standard: 1250 employees)
- Product Service Code: 5996 (Amplifiers)
- Questions Due: June 4, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT
- Proposals Due: June 8, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT
- Published: May 29, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be based on an evaluation of:
- Technical Acceptability: Including Quality Assurance & Pedigree and Supply Chain Resilience.
- Past Performance: Considering Recency, Relevancy, and Quality.
- Price: Evaluated for Reasonableness, Completeness, and Unbalanced Pricing. Technical and Past Performance, when combined, are equally as important as Price.
Submission Instructions
All questions and quotes must be submitted via email to Aniyah Jackson (aniyah.jackson@us.af.mil) and Thomas Jobe (thomas.jobe@us.af.mil). Quotes received after the specified deadline will not be considered.