Sources Sought Synopsis C26-109E Linear Power RF Amplifier.pdf

Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) Template For Competitive Acquisition Efforts

C26-109E Linear Power RF Amplifier

CAUTION:

This market survey is being conducted to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements for qualification and production of the C26-109E Linear Power RF Amplifier for use by United States Air Force (USAF) personnel. Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Below is a document containing a description of the C26-109E Linear Power RF Amplifier requirement and a Contractor Capability Survey, which allows you to provide your company’s capability.

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2. If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company’s capability in meeting these requirements. Failure to provide documentation may result in the government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities. If you lack sufficient experience in a particular area, please provide details explaining how you would overcome the lack of experience/capabilities in order to perform that portion of the requirement (i.e., teaming, subcontracting, etc.)

a. Identify any areas of work that your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Business.

3. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research.

Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged.

4. Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to the following:

• Mark Todd - mark.todd.7@us.af.mil

• Paul Mullins - paul.mullins.2@us.af.mil mailto:mark.todd.7@us.af.mil mailto:paul.mullins.2@us.af.mil

PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION

The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the production data/repair data, expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet qualification requirements for the C26-109E Linear Power RF Amplifier.

1. Delivery Speed is the highest priority for this requirement.

2. One (1) each RF Linear High-Power Amplifier.

3. It shall be used to receive a small level RF signal (100 milliwatts) and amplify it to approximately 150 Watts.

• The 150 Watt signal will be used to test the insertion-loss/signal-integrity of the

Transmit Diplexer Circuitry of the aircraft and verifies that it can handle high power RF signals from the aircraft.

4. The equipment shall allow the Government to test the Transmit Diplexer Circuitry as if it were operating in the aircraft.

5. The equipment can be rack mounted

• Power requirements shall be a standard 120v wall power outlet.

CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY

Part I. Business Information

Please provide the following business information for your company/institution and for any teaming or joint venture partners:

• Company/Institute Name:

• Address:

• Point of Contact:

• CAGE Code:

• Phone Number:

• E-mail Address:

• Web Page URL:

• Size of business pursuant to North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code:

Based on the above NAICS Code, state whether your company is: 335999

• Small Business (Yes / No)

• Woman Owned Small Business (Yes / No)

• Small Disadvantaged Business (Yes / No)

• 8(a) Certified (Yes / No)

• HUBZone Certified (Yes / No)

• Veteran Owned Small Business (Yes / No)

• Service Disabled Veteran Small Business (Yes / No)

• Central Contractor Registration (CCR). (Yes / No)

• A statement as to whether your company is domestically or foreign owned (if foreign, please indicate the country of ownership).

Written responses, no facsimiles or e-mails please, must be received no later than close of business 04/22/2026. Please email two (2) your response to:

Attn: Mark Todd & Paul Mullins

• Mark Todd - mark.todd.7@us.af.mil

• Paul Mullins - paul.mullins.2@us.af.mil

Questions relative to this market research should be addressed to:

Attn: Mark Todd & Paul Mullins

• Mark Todd - mark.todd.7@us.af.mil

• Paul Mullins - paul.mullins.2@us.af.mil mailto:mark.todd.7@us.af.mil mailto:paul.mullins.2@us.af.mil mailto:mark.todd.7@us.af.mil mailto:paul.mullins.2@us.af.mil

Part II. Capability Survey Questions

A. General Capability Questions:

1. Describe briefly the capabilities of your facility and the nature of the goods and/or services you provide. Include a description of your staff composition and management structure.

2. Describe your company's past experience on previous projects similar in complexity to this requirement. Include contract numbers, a brief description of the work performed, period of performance, agency/organization supported, and individual point of contact (Contracting Officer or Program Manager).

3. What quality assurance processes and test qualification practices does your company employ? Please provide a description of your quality program (ISO 9001, AS9100, etc.)

4. Describe your company's capabilities for expediting shipping for the required system.

5. Are there specific requirements in the documentation that we provide that would currently preclude your product from being a viable solution to our requirement?

6. Provide an estimate (not quote) for the proposed power amplifier. Please include an estimate on lead time for shipment.

B. Commerciality Questions:

1. Are there established catalog or market prices for our requirement? If you offer this product and/or service to both U.S. Government and commercial sources, is the same workforce used for both the U.S. Government and general public? Is our requirement offered to both under similar terms and conditions? Briefly describe any differences.

2. Describe your standard warranty and return process for goods and services furnished to the government for items similar in nature to this requirement.