High Power Broadband RF Amplifiers

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking two high power broadband RF amplifiers with matching heatsink assemblies for their Communications Technology Laboratory's Radio Frequency Technology Division. The amplifiers must operate across a frequency range of 0.2 GHz to 35 GHz with greater than 42 dB typical small signal gain, greater than 33 dBm saturated power, and include specific technical requirements such as 50 Ohm input/output impedance and female 2.92 mm RF connectors. Each amplifier requires a corresponding heatsink assembly capable of dissipating 100 watts of heat with an aluminum or copper design and attached fan. The government will evaluate quotes using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method, and quotes are due by 2:00 PM Mountain Standard Time on July 11, 2025. Questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted within five days of the posting date to lia.arthofer@nist.gov.

This procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside under solicitation number NB6720102502215. The contract requires delivery of two amplifier units and two heatsink assemblies within 90 days after receipt of order, with a final delivery deadline of October 1, 2025. All equipment must be new, performance-checked by the manufacturer, and shipped to NIST's facility at 325 Broadway, Boulder, Colorado 80305. Payment terms are 100% upon receipt and acceptance with Net 30-day payment terms, and NIST anticipates completing acceptance within seven business days of receipt. The amplifiers must be housed in sealed metal packages measuring 300 mm x 200 mm x 55 mm, and no additional installation, training, calibration, or maintenance services are currently required beyond the base manufacturer warranty.