Solicitation- Vector Network Analyzer Extender Head Drivers
Overview
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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 National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), under the Department of Commerce, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (NB672010-26-01408) for Vector Network Analyzer Extender Head Drivers. This unrestricted acquisition seeks three (3) units of specialized electronic measuring and testing instruments. The Government intends to award a single firm-fixed-price purchase order. Quotations are due by May 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM MST.
Scope of Work
NIST requires three (3) Vector Network Analyzer Extender Head Drivers (CLIN 0001) with specific technical specifications, including a frequency range of 100 kHz to 22 GHz, a dynamic range of 133 dB, and compatibility with VDI extender heads (WR6, WR5, WR3). Deliverables must meet or exceed all minimum requirements outlined in the attached Specifications document.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- NAICS Code: 334515 – Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (Small Business Size Standard: 750 employees)
- Place of Performance/Delivery: NIST-Boulder, CO (80305) or NIST-Gaithersburg, MD.
- Delivery Timeline: No later than 24 weeks after release of order.
- Warranty: 1-Year Base Manufacturer Warranty (includes Labor, Parts, Travel, Cost and Liability for Returns).
- Calibration: 3-Years Calibration Plan (includes Labor, Spare Parts, Consumables, Travel, Shipment, Software Updates, Manuals).
- Eligibility: Quoters must have an active SAM.gov registration, an Export Control Classification Number (ECCN), and an active Unique Entity Identification Number (UEI) at the time of award.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotation Submission Deadline: May 13, 2026, 5:00 PM MST.
- Inquiries Deadline: May 8, 2026, 5:00 PM MST.
- Submission Method: Electronic via email to Daniel.kent@nist.gov.
- Quotation Structure: Must be divided into three volumes:
- Volume I: Technical Quotation (technical description, manufacturer details, country of origin, authorization to sell, delivery confirmation).
- Volume II: Price Quotation (solicitation number, point of contact, UEI, firm fixed price per line item, aggregate price, shipping/delivery costs).
- Volume III: Terms and Conditions (review and complete required information).
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible quoter whose quotation is the lowest priced, technically acceptable. Technical capability will be evaluated based on submitted information, not prototypes. Price will be assessed for reasonableness.
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses effective through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2026-01, with a class deviation for the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO). Bidders must pay close attention to specific requirements such as the "Buy American-Free Trade Agreements-Israeli Trade Act Certificate Alternate II" (FAR 52.225-4) and electronic invoicing via the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). The place of acceptance for supplies and services is NIST Gaithersburg, MD.