This is for the procurement of the Band 5 Directional Coupler (NSN 5985-01-224-1170EW) in support of the AN/ALQ-131 Electronic Attack Pod.

This is a notice of intent that WR-ALC anticipates issuing a Firm Fixed Price contract   for the procurement of the Band 5 Directional Coupler (NSN 5985-01-224-1170EW, part number 585R197H03) in support of the AN/ALQ-131 Electronic Attack Pod.

This requirement will be acquired utilizing Full and Open Competition Procedures.  

This contract will require the Contractor to successfully qualify two first article units, produce qualification reports, and manufacture assets in accordance with Government approved test requirements and specifications, and will be due 270 days ARO. The Government has 45 days to approve/disapprove the first articles and test report. Production units will be due 180 days after first article approval.  This action is anticipated to result in an award of a new contract, which will be a five-year, Firm Fixed Price requirements type contract.

The estimated solicitation issue date will be 5 June 2017 with an estimated response date of 5 July 2017.  For additional information or to communicate concerns, if any, concerning this acquisition, please contact the buyer Joe Kiefer, AFSC/PZABB-R at joseph.kiefer.3@us.af.mil.  No telephone requests.  NO HARD COPIES WILL BE ISSUED.