The provided materials describe an Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) awarded by the U.S. Air Force (USAF) to Tampa Microwave, LLC, a small business manufacturer of microwave and radio frequency products. The contract has a ceiling value of $132,100,000 and a period of performance through July 31, 2025.
Under this IDC, the USAF has issued multiple firm fixed-price delivery orders to Tampa Microwave for the procurement of SDN-LITE terminals, accessories, modems, and spare parts to support the Air Force's secure satellite communications networks and programs. The total value of these delivery orders exceeds $50 million, with individual contract values ranging from tens of thousands to over $23 million. Tampa Microwave, a subsidiary of the defense contractor Thales, has demonstrated its ability to meet the USAF's requirements for advanced electronic equipment and components, often without the use of small business set-asides despite its status as a small business. The contract awards highlight Tampa Microwave's position as a key supplier of specialized communications technology to the U.S. military.
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