10 SOPS RF Digitizers

The United States Air Force 50th Contracting Squadron at Schriever Space Force Base is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of providing RF Digitizers for the 10th Space Operations Squadron (10 SOPS) to support a backup microwave communication link at Laguna Peak. The procurement specifically seeks four distinct RF products: two VHF/UHF Digital Transmitters (Tx-6100-120M and TX-6200-120M), a Quad Channel RF Digital Receiver (RX-6400), and an RF Digital Receiver (Rx-6000-02), all with frequency ranges of 30-6000MHz and 10GE SFP+ interfaces. Key requirements include that all equipment must be new, vendors must have a U.S. office, and products must comply with the Buy American Act. Interested firms must submit electronic responses limited to 10 pages by August 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM Mountain Time, demonstrating technical capabilities, manufacturing capacity, and compliance with detailed specifications outlined in the Statement of Work. Responses will be evaluated based on technical compliance with specifications, manufacturing capabilities, and the ability to provide products equivalent to or better than Midwest Microwave Solutions equipment.

This opportunity does not currently designate any set-aside categories, though the government is actively seeking responses from small businesses, including 8(a), HUBZone, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned small businesses, and reserves the right to consider a small business set-aside based on responses received. Midwest Microwave Solutions appears to be referenced as the incumbent or baseline provider, with the government seeking equivalent or superior alternatives to their RF digitizer products. The solicitation requires delivery within 180 days after receipt of order, with final delivery to the 10th Space Operations Squadron at Point Mugu, California. While specific contract values are not disclosed, the procurement involves sophisticated RF communication equipment with precise technical specifications including specific frequency accuracy, noise figure requirements, gain control parameters, and phase noise characteristics. All responding vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database and provide comprehensive company information including foreign ownership details and socioeconomic status certifications.