RFI - Fiber Optics Test Kit

The Department of the Army, specifically the Army Contracting Command at Aberdeen Proving Ground's Tobyhanna Division, is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) for Fiber Optic Test Kits, Part Number 2326/15S. The RFI seeks to gather information from potential vendors capable of manufacturing a sophisticated fiber optics test kit with detailed technical specifications, including multimode and single-mode testing capabilities, power measurement ranges, and compliance with TIA, ISO, and IEC standards. Interested vendors must submit their company capabilities by Wednesday, 23 April 2025 at 12:00 PM EST, providing comprehensive details such as company name, address, point of contact, CAGE code, NAICS, business size, and SAM registration. The submission should be emailed to melissa.hoffman4.civ@army.mil, with the understanding that this is an information-gathering exercise only and does not guarantee a future contract. The government is targeting a Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order under NAICS code 335921 for Fiber Optic Manufacturing.

The solicitation does not indicate any specific set-aside designations and is open to a broad range of potential vendors. The anticipated manufacturer delivery timeline is 4-6 weeks after order placement, with the test kit required to meet stringent technical specifications including a power measurement range of -75 to +15 dBm, testing capabilities for fiber lengths up to 12 km in Multimode and 100 km in Single-Mode, and a high-contrast 3.5" color touch-screen LCD. The device must be compact, weighing under 2 pounds and measuring no larger than 9" x 7" x 3", with included battery and 120 VAC charger. Vendors must provide two sets of commercial manuals and offer a minimum one-year warranty for parts and labor. While no specific award value is mentioned, the procurement suggests a specialized, high-precision testing instrument for military telecommunications infrastructure. Responses marked as proprietary will be handled confidentially, and non-response will not preclude future solicitation participation.