Microwave Signal Generator

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), specifically the Communications Technology Laboratory's Radio Frequency Technology Division, is seeking to procure one microwave signal generator through solicitation NB672010-25-02159. The equipment must meet precise technical specifications including a frequency range of 100 kHz to 67 GHz, minimum 8 dBm output power, 1.85 mm coaxial output connector, and modulation capabilities for AM, FM, and PM functions. All equipment must be new, as used, refurbished, prototype, or remanufactured items will not be considered for award. The government will evaluate quotations using a lowest price technically acceptable approach, considering technical capability and price as the primary evaluation factors. Quotations must be submitted electronically to Clifford Nicholson by the August 25, 2025 deadline.

This procurement is being conducted on an unrestricted basis with no set-aside designations applied, falling under NAICS code 334516 for Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing with a size standard of 1000 employees. The solicitation does not identify any incumbent contractors or provide specific budget ranges or award values. The single unit of equipment is required to be delivered to the NIST-Boulder location in Colorado within 60 days after order release, with on-site acceptance expected within 7 business days. The procurement is being conducted under FAR 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures as a Request for Quotation, and offerors must maintain current registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award. No additional training, installation, or calibration requirements are specified in the technical requirements.