PHYSICAL SCALE MODELING TESTING SYSTEM
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Research Laboratory (NRL) is soliciting quotations for a National Instruments Physical Scale Modeling (PSM) Testing System. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside on a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) basis. The procurement is for new, brand-name equipment only, requiring vendors to be OEM or authorized distributors. Quotations are due May 21, 2026, at 07:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The NRL requires a comprehensive PSM Testing System, including specific National Instruments (NI) PXIe modules, interfaces, cables, and chassis. Key components include:
- NI PXIe-4302 Voltage Input Modules (13 Each)
- PXIe-8394 MXI-Express DaisyChain Interfaces (3 Each)
- MXI-Express Cable, Gen 3 x8, Copper, 3m (2 Each)
- PXIe-1095, 18-slot 3U PXI Express Chassis (2 Each)
- NI PCIe-8398 MXI-Express for PXI Express (2 Each)
- MXI-Express Cable, Gen 3 x4, Fiber Optic, 30m (1 Each)
All equipment must be new, brand-name only, and covered by the manufacturer's warranty. Vendors must be an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or an authorized dealer/distributor/reseller, providing documentation of authorization. DFARS 252.211-7003 (Item Unique Identification and Valuation) applies to items with a Government unit acquisition cost of $5,000 or more.
Contract Details
- Type: Request for Quotations (RFQ), Firm Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS: 334118 (Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing), Size Standard: 1000 employees
- PSC: 6640 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies)
- Delivery: Required on or before June 30, 2026, to U.S. Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, DC. FOB Destination is preferred.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotations Due: May 21, 2026, at 07:00 AM EST.
- Submission Method: Email to richard.a.key2.civ@us.navy.mil.
- Required Documents: One copy of the price quote with a signed/dated SF1449, company DUNS Number, and CAGE Code. Offerors must state acceptance of terms or list exceptions with rationale.
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quotation is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and other factors. Options will be evaluated by adding their total price to the basic requirement.
- Registration: Contractors must have an active registration in SAM.gov.
Government Point of Contact
- Name: Richard Key
- Email: richard.a.key2.civ@us.navy.mil
- Phone: 202-875-9213