Notice of Sole Source to Amplifier Research Corp for Amplifier,1.0-2.5GHz,125W

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6 –Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation will be posted for less than fifteen (15) days in accordance with FAR 5.203(a)(2).This requirement is being solicited under NAICS Code 334310 - Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing, Small business size standard 750 employees. RFQ Number is N6660424Q0281.The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) purchase order to Amplifier Research Corp. on a Sole Source basis in accordance with FAR 13-106-1(b) for the below product. Amplifier Research Corp is the only known manufacturer and sole distributor of the RF

Amplifier. This amplifier is used in land based test sites, established to facilitate testing and certification of ships' electromagnetic transmitting and receiving equipment. The various sites perform in excess of 750 tests per year in maintaining compliance with US Navy requirements, and provide the surface Fleet with troubleshooting assistance. An integral requirement is to provide consistently uniform testing at each site. This requirement for uniform testing is necessary to ensure that vessels can be tested at any site without a concern for variability in test results from site to site. Uniformity in testing is achieved by maintaining commonality of design, configuration, equipment and procedures across all sites. The notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation, which shall be considered by the agency. Information received will normally be considered for the purposes of determining whether to conduct a competitive requirement in the future.CLIN 0001 – Item Description: Amplifier 125S1G2z5M3, 125 Watt CW,1-2.5GHz Part Number 10049865 Quantity 1 UnitDelivery: F.O.B. Destination 10 weeks after date of contract (ADC), Fort Story, Virginia Beach, VA 23459-5089.Notes:Offerors shall include price, shipping costs, and the following additional information with the submissions: point of contact (including phone number and email address), Offeror CAGE, SAM UEI, and shall include a validity date of no less than 60 days from due date for receipt of offers.In accordance with DFARS Clause 252.211-7003, the contractor shall provide a unique item identifier (UID) for all delivered items for which the Government’s unit acquisition cost is $5,000.00 or more.The Government’s method of payment will be electronic payment via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the most current Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC).The following clauses and provisions apply to this solicitation:- FAR 52.209-11, Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under any Federal Law (FEB 2016)- FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors--Commercial Products and Commercial Services- FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation – Commercial Items;- FAR 52.212-3 ALT 1 – Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items Alternate 1- FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items;- FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items;The following DFARS clauses apply to this solicitation:252.204-7008, Compliance with Safeguarding Covered Defense Information Controls 252.204- 7009, Limitations on the Use or Disclosure of Third-Party Contractor Reported Cyber Incident Information252.204-7012, Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting 252.204-7015, Notice of Authorized Disclosure of Information for Litigation Support252.204-7018, Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services apply to this solicitation.Full text of incorporated FAR/DFARS clauses and provisions are may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.govThis solicitation requires an active registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of quote submission, pursuant to applicable regulations and guidelines. Registration information can be found at www.sam.gov.The quote may be submitted via email to the email address below and must be received on or before Thursday March 28, 2024 at 2:00PM EDT. Offer received after the closing date are considered to be late and will not be considered for award. For information on this acquisition contact Michelle Weigert at michelle.e.weigert.civ@us.navy.mil