Astronics Virtual Machine Environment (VME) eXtensions for Instrumentation (VXI) Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA) Carrier Package

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION #:    N0017825Q6301

Submitted by: Curtis Taylor

NAICS Code: 334515

FSC Code: 7K20

Anticipated Date to be published in SAM.gov: 23 July 2025

Anticipated Closing Date: 13 August 2025

Contracts POC Name: Curtis Taylor

Telephone: 540-634-0623

Email Address:  curtis.d.taylor2.civ@us.navy.mil

Code and Description: 0626-04 Astronics Virtual Machine Environment (VME) eXtensions for Instrumentation (VXI) Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA) Carrier Package

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.   

Synopsis/Solicitation N0017825Q6301 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).  The synopsis/solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Regulation as indicated in the attached SF1449.  The SF1449 form is being utilized to generate the applicable clauses from the Standard Procurement System. 

This requirement is not eligible for small business set-aside.

Material must be TAA compliant.

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), intends to procure on a Brand Name or Equal basis for Astronics Test Systems, Inc. manufactured products. Extensive testing has been performed with the requested VXI FPGA carrier specifications, and determined they meet the form, fit, and function capability requirements with existing systems to ensure performance and stringent timing requirements will be met. Selection of a different manufacturer’s equipment would require significant up-front and long-term testing to ensure no risk is involved in a different design and logistics support and would require requalification.   Astronics Test Systems, Inc. is located in Irvine, CA. 

Please include shipping/freight cost to Dahlgren, VA 22448-5114. Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) will be utilized for award in accordance with FAR Part 13.  The order shall be firm fixed price.  

All responsible offerors must submit, with their offer, the representation required in paragraph (c) of FAR solicitation provision 52.212-3. Offerors must complete the following representations when the resulting contract is for supplies to be delivered or services to be performed in the United States or its outlying areas, or when the contracting officer has applied FAR Part 19. All offerors may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency.  The completion and submission to the Government of an offer shall indicate the Offeror’s unconditional agreement to the terms and conditions in this solicitation. Offers may be rejected if an exception to the terms or conditions set forth in this solicitation is taken.

At time of proposal submission please submit any historical data as well as published pricing.  The contractor shall provide documentation from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) confirming they are an authorized reseller or distributor of the brand-name item(s) quoted. Offers submitted without such documentation may not be considered for award.  Award will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable.

To be eligible for award, firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).  Offerors may obtain information on registration in SAM by calling 866-606-8220, or via the Internet at https://www.sam.gov.

Quote is due 13 August 2025, no later than 12:00 a.m. EST with an anticipated award date by 26 September 2025.  Questions and responses regarding this synopsis/solicitation may be submitted by e-mail to curtis.d.taylor2.civ@us.navy.milprior to the RFQ closing.  Email should reference Synopsis/Solicitation Number
N0017825Q6301 in the subject line.

Attachments –

-SF1449: Solicitation for Commercial Items