Phase Noise and AM Noise Analyzer

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), under the Department of Commerce, is seeking to procure a high-performance Phase Noise and AM Noise Analyzer to support first article testing at the National Weather Service's Radar Operations Center. The analyzer must meet stringent technical specifications including RF input frequency capabilities from 1 MHz to 3.5 GHz, support for continuous and pulsed signal testing, VCO characterization, and jitter analysis with advanced phase noise sensitivity measurements ranging from -85 dBc/Hz at 10 Hz to -168 dBc/Hz at 1 MHz. This acquisition falls under NAICS code 334515 for Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals. The government will evaluate proposals based on technical capability and pricing as the two primary factors, with award going to the responsible contractor offering the best value using a lowest price technically acceptable methodology. Contractors must submit their quotes via email to Jennifer Hildebrandt by 1500 hours EST on August 6, 2025.

This solicitation does not utilize any set-aside designations and is an unrestricted acquisition with a size standard of 750 employees. The government files do not identify any incumbent contractors or provide specific budget ranges for this procurement. The requirement is for one Phase Noise and AM Noise Analyzer unit, and contractors must provide detailed technical specifications and complete pricing in U.S. dollars including shipping costs. The place of performance is Norman, Oklahoma 73069, where the equipment will support the National Weather Service's Radar Operations Center operations. The government intends to award a firm-fixed price purchase order, and all submissions must comply with the technical requirements outlined in the Statement of Need and the standard federal acquisition provisions and clauses included in the solicitation documents.