60--RIO Orion Laser Modules

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Quotes are being requested via this synopsis and a written solicitation will not be issued. Requisition Number W81EWF23629664 is being issued as a request for quotes (RFQ) with the intent to award as a simplified acquisition. The solicitation document and incorporated provision and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-65. This requirement is a 100% set-aside for small business under NAICS Code 334413 (SIC 3674 ) with a size standard of 500 Employees. All cost associated with delivery to Vicksburg, MS shall be included in the quote. Fiber optic applications will be a key component of research and field support. This research will perform the multiple roles of supporting in-theatre sensor deployment, field testing, laboratory testing, and in-house research and development in the area of fiber optic acoustic sensors. Much of the work involves researching new applications using fiber optic cables as sensors as well as supporting the deployment of fiber optic cables. BRAND NAME REQUIREMENT-See attached brand name justification The government requires the following specifications for RIO Orion Laser modules SPECIFICATIONS FOR LASER MODULES The lasers shall have wavelengths in C-band as defined in table 1 below. We require laser sources with low noise and narrow line width. Lasers shall be of solid state design and can be easily integrated with other optical components. Lasers shall be from a manufacturer with a proven track record of providing products for seismic & acoustic sensing for the oil and gas industry, telecommunications, and defense and security applications. Each laser provided in an integrated package. We require lasers at the following channels and wavelengths: ITU Channel # Frequency [GHz] Wavelength [nm] Quantity C33 193,300 1550.92 1 C34 193,400 1550.12 1 C35 193,500 1550.32 1 C36 193,600 1548.52 1 C37 193,700 1547.72 1 Table 1 ITU channels, frequencies, and wavelengths of lasers. Note that the channels are spaced 100 GHz. Lasers will have the following characteristics: - Output Power: 10 mW (minimum) - Single longitudinal mode - Phase Noise: Grade 4 - Linewidth: 3 kHz (Lorentzian) - SM Output Fiber - FC/APC connector - Direct Modulation: Active - Operating temperature: 0 to 70 oC - SPI Communication - Individual laser modules purchased at the following channel numbers: C33, C34, C35, C36, and C 37 An accessory Kit will be provided which includes external power supply (if required), Aardvark 9pin to USB converter or similar, and cable harness and instruction manual. Line Item 0001: Laser Module ITU Channel Number C33, Frequency 193,300 (GHz), Wavelength 1550.92 (nm) Quantity 1, Unit: Each, Unit Price: _______, Total Amount_______ Line Item 0002: Laser Module ITU Channel Number C34, Frequency 193,400 (Ghz), Wavelength 1550.12 (nm) Quantity 1, Unit: Each, Unit Price: _______, Total Amount_______ Line Item 0003: Laser Module ITU Channel Number C35, Frequency 193,500 (Ghz), Wavelength 1550.32 (nm) Quantity 1, Unit: Each, Unit Price: _______, Total Amount_______ Line Item 0004: Laser Module ITU Channel Number C36, Frequency 193,600 (Ghz), Wavelength 1548.52 (nm) Quantity 1, Unit: Each, Unit Price: _______, Total Amount_______ Line Item 0005: Laser Module ITU Channel Number C37, Frequency 193,700 (Ghz), Wavelength 1547.72 (nm), Quantity 1, Unit: Each, Unit Price: _______, Total Amount_______ Line Item 0006: Accessory Kit will be provided which includes external power supply (if required) Aardvark 9pin to USSB converter or similar, and cable harness and instruction manual Quantity 1, Unit: Each, Unit Price: _______, Total Amount_______ Award shall be made to the responsible offeror whose quote is determined to be Lowest Price Technically Acceptable. FAR Provision 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. 52.212-2 Evaluation, Award will be made to the offeror with the lowest evaluated price who meets or exceeds technical standards. Offerors shall include technical data on items quoted. 52.214-21 Technical/ Descriptive Literature, applies to this acquisition. Offerors must include a completed copy of FAR Provision 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items, with its offer. FAR Clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. FAR Clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The clauses cited within the clause as indicated below are applicable: FAR clauses 52.219-6, 52.222-3, 52.222-19, 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.222-36, 52.225-1, 52.223-18, 52.225-3, 52.225-13, and 52.232-33. Award can only be made to contractors registered in the SAM web page, https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/ . Quotes are due 1 March, 2013 by 1200 hrs (12:00 pm) Central Standard Time. Quotes will only be accepted by email: contact@example.gov . Faxed quotes will not be accepted. For information concerning this solicitation contact Vendeck Davis at +1 (555) 000-0000, or use the above email address. This requirement is 100% set-aside for small business under NAICS Code 334413. Offerors should check the FedBizOpps website often for new solicitations and/or changes (AMENDMENTS) to existing ones.