CBU RF Switch Sources Sought Notice final.pdf

PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION

This Sources Sought Synopsis announcement is issued solely to identify potential small business sources that possess the technical capability and qualifications in meeting the Government’s minimum needs for two(2) radio frequency (RF) 16 x 16 distributive matrix switches to provide the required switching interface between the GOES intermediate frequency distribution switches (RIFDS, TIFDS, RXDS, TXDS) and the rack-mounted spectrum analyzer. This network is located at the NESDIS Consolidated Backup (CBU) facility in Fairmont, WV. The custom-designed, LabVIEW-based monitoring and control software was written specifically to interface with the ETL Systems Inc. matrix switch P/N: VTR-71- B5B5-1616.

Brief Background:

The Government anticipates approving a Brand Name justification for sole make/model of the above CBU Spectrum Monitoring RF Switches. The Government’s delivery schedule shall not exceed 60 days from the date of award.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1. CBU Spectrum Monitoring RF Switch Requirements

1) The NOAA Wallops CDAS requires two (2) RF matrix switch in the following configuration, as specified below. The below sole make/model requirement needed to ensure that the devices are compatible with the existing network:

a. Line Item 0001: Two (2) 16 x 16 IF / Extended L-band Victor Matrix. P/N: VTR-71- B5B5-1616, Manufacturer: ETL Systems Inc.

THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE/PROPOSAL (RFQ). It is a market research tool being used to determine potential small business firms capable of providing the products and/or services described herein prior to determining the method of acquisition and issuance of a Request for Quote (RFQ). The contractor must be able to meet this sole make/model requirement. The NAICS code for this acquisition is 334515 with a small business size standard of 750 employees.

The results of this Sources Sought will be used to determine the method of soliciting this requirement, i.e., 100% set-aside for Small Business, Sole Source, or on an Unrestricted basis.

After review of the submitted Sources Sought, The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Office of Satellite and Product Operations (OSPO) will release a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation to Industry regarding the acquisition strategy/decision (i.e. Unrestricted, Small, Small Disadvantaged, 8(a), Women-Owned, HUBZone, Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Set Aside, Sole Source). It is anticipated that the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation will be posted in February 2025. The resulting Contract will use Firm Fixed Price (FFP) provisions.

It is requested that interested businesses respond via e-mail, with CBU Spectrum Monitoring RF Switches in the Subject line, with a brief capabilities statement package (no more than 5 pages in length, single spaced, 10-point font minimum) demonstrating their ability to meet the minimum requirements to Eileen Daigle, Contracting Officer (email: eileen.daigle@noaa.gov) and Lillie Joseph, Contract Specialist

(email: Lillie.joseph@noaa.gov), by 2:00 pm EST on January 21, 2025. Questions or comments must be submitted by 2:00 pm EST on January 16, 2023 . Absolutely no requests for extensions will be honored. Late responses will not be considered. The Technical Capability Statement must address, at a minimum, the following:

Section 1: Introduction. Identify the Sources Sought Number

Section 2: Corporate Description.

Name of Company and address Confirmation of Company size status under NAICS Code 334515

Ownership, including whether: Small, Small Disadvantaged (SDB), 8(a), Women-Owned, HUBZone, or Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Business

Two points of contact, including: Name, title, phone, and e-mail address

CAGE Code and UEI Number

Section 3. Past/Current Performance. Provide one (1) example of prior/current corporate experience providing radio frequency (RF) 16 x 16 distributive matrix switches described in the Minimum Requirements section within the last three years, including contract number, organization supported, indication of whether as a prime or subcontractor, contract values, and Government point of contact with current telephone number..

Section 4. Technical Response. Provide a brief capability statement that addresses the Government’s minimum requirements.

DISCLAIMER

THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST

FOR QUOTE NOR IS IT A REQUEST FOR SAMPLE PRODUCT SUBMITTAL. THIS DOES NOT

CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE

GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS

UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCMENT. NO

FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO THIS

ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL

DESCRIPTION IS PURELY VOLUNTARY.