FA2543BuckleyRAWSATCALS

Sources Sought / Market Research

This document is a Sources Sought notice issued by the Buckley Space Force Base (BSFB) 460th Contracting Squadron for market research purposes. The government is seeking information from vendors regarding a "Test System with ILS, DOD ATG Kit / Calibration Certificate with Test Data / 5-Year Total Hardware Warranty & Calibration." The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code identified is 334511.

• This is not a solicitation or a request for quotes; the government is not seeking quotes or accepting unsolicited quotes at this time.
• The results of this market research will help determine the method of procurement for a future solicitation.

Vendors interested in this requirement should submit questions and express their interest and capability in writing via email no later than May 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM Mountain Time.

1. Fastest delivery time after award.
2. Capability to provide the supplies detailed in the Statement of Need, including technical capability, compliance with Air Force regulations, integration with current radio systems, and a recent similar delivery.
3. Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) or estimated cost range for delivery.
4. Alternative NAICS codes.
5. Required certifications for end-user use or installation.
6. Availability on pre-priced contract vehicles and contract/schedule numbers.
7. Offer of bulk quantity discounts and applicable quantities.
8. Standard commercial warranty and extended warranty options.
9. Company information (name, address, POC, contact details, CAGE/DUNS, contract vehicle number).
10. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification.
11. Feasibility of delivering required test sets within 60 days after receipt of order (ARO) and by July 30, 2026.
12. Confirmation of authorized re-seller status and GSA schedule listing (not open market).

• Contract Specialist: SSgt Ethan Sullivan (ethan.sullivan@spaceforce.mil)
• Contracting Officer: Lt Andrew Flamm (andrew.flamm.1@spaceforce.mil)

Statement of Need (SON)

To procure test sets for the maintenance of Air Traffic Control and Landing Systems (ATCALS) at Buckley Space Force Base. These systems are critical for flight safety and FAA certification, requiring flight inspections every eighteen months.

• Procure three (3) test sets for essential maintenance of ATCALS equipment.

• The test sets must be compatible with various systems including AN/FRN-45C (TACAN), CM300/350 UHF & VHF Transceiver Radios, AN/FSC-127 (ETVS), AN/GRN-29/30/31 (ILS), PRC-113 Transceiver Radio, and Transmission Impairment Measurement Set (TIMS).

• The test system must be developed for the USAF Test System and include preloaded procedure documents for radios, predefined setup files, and a complete cable and adapter kit.

• The test set must be a fully integrated unit including a power meter, RF frequency counter, modulation analyzer, audio generator, level meters, spectrum analyzer, and oscilloscope.

• The test set must support 6 GHz range extension, Cable and Antenna Analysis (DTF/VSWR/IL/RL), and Vector Network Analyzer functions.

• The test sets must be capable of performing maintenance functions for specified ATCALS systems.

• The test set must improve both speed and accuracy in the testing process.

• Calibration certificates with test data are required.

• Delivery is required no more than 60 days after receipt of order (ARO).

• The required delivery date is no later than 30 July 2026.

• The specific delivery address will be provided upon contract award.

• A 5-year total hardware warranty and calibration is required.

• The test set must be set up in the USAF PMEL system for annual calibration.

• Accessories must include a hard transit carrying case, soft carrying case, internal battery, antenna kit, backpack carrying case, automotive power adapter, external battery charger, GNSS/GPS antenna, microphone, and calibration accessories.

• A USAF Kit Cable Kit, Test and Alignment Procedures, and Predefined Set Up Files are required, including specific cables and adapters.