Combine Synopsis Solicitation for Atomic Clock for USNO

The United States Naval Observatory (USNO) Clock Development Division, through the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, is seeking to procure specialized electronic components from Stanford Research Systems (SRS) to build two new fountain atomic clocks. The procurement includes eight line items comprising SIM900 mainframes with RS-232 computer interfaces, rack mount kits, PID controllers, analog summing amplifiers, blank SIM modules, and function generators that must exactly match the design specifications of six previously built clocks. This is structured as a firm, fixed-price commercial procurement under NAICS code 334519 with a sole-source justification, as SRS is identified as the only vendor capable of providing these specialized components without requiring additional research and development. The government will evaluate offers based on price reasonableness and reserves the right to determine whether to compete the procurement on a full and open competitive basis. Electronic quotes were originally due by 2:00 PM EST on August 1, 2025, though the current solicitation deadline is September 4, 2025.

This procurement does not utilize any small business set-aside designations and is being pursued as a sole-source acquisition with Stanford Research Systems as the intended contractor based on their unique capability to provide components that match existing clock designs. While the total estimated contract value is redacted in the documentation, the procurement encompasses specific quantities including 4 SIM900 mainframes, 4 rack mount kits, 8 PID controllers, 2 analog summing amplifiers, multiple SIM modules, 4 function generators, and 2 double rack mount kits. The contract includes a 4-month period of performance from the date of award, with delivery required to the U.S. Naval Observatory in Washington, DC. The procurement falls under the small business size standard of 600 employees for NAICS 334519, and contractors must submit comprehensive quotation packages including completed solicitation documents, price information, and required representations and certifications.