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The Naval Research Laboratory intends to award a sole-source, firm-fixed price purchase order to Mu-Del Electronics LLC under Simplified Acquisition Procedures per FAR Part 13.106-1(b), with a maximum value not exceeding $250,000, for the procurement of two dual input/output block downconverters identified by NSN 7540-01-152-8067 and PSC 6150. The acquisition is justified as non-competitive due to the determination that only this one responsible source can meet the agency’s requirements, and no formal solicitation or competitive process is being conducted. Interested parties may respond within three calendar days of the notice’s publication with evidence demonstrating that competition would be advantageous, but such responses are solely for the government’s consideration in determining whether to pursue competition and do not guarantee any future opportunity or reimbursement for costs incurred. The contract will be performed in Washington, District of Columbia, with no options, special contract requirements, security clearances, or key personnel provisions specified, and the purchasing office is located at 20375-5328, Washington, DC. All correspondence must reference solicitation number N00173-26-Q-5526 and be directed to Erik Wells at erik.wells2.civ@us.navy.mil. The acquisition is classified under NAICS code 334419 with a size standard of $47 million, and while packaging, marking, and inspection standards are not explicitly detailed, compliance with standard Department of Defense logistical practices is implied. The notice does not include pricing details, payment instructions, invoicing procedures, or formal contract clauses, as it serves only as a pre-solicitation announcement under simplified acquisition thresholds and does not constitute a binding offer or request for proposals.

General Info

Sole-source contract to Mu-Del Electronics for Block Downconverters up to $250,000, no competition sought, deadline July 31, 2026.

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Department Of Defense → Naval Research LaboratoryView Agency

NAICS

334419 - Other Electronic Component ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, 20036, USA

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Continuation Sheet for N00173-26-Q-5526 Downconverters

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Naval Research Laboratory
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OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA
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The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) hereby formally announces the intent to award a firm-fixed price purchase order on a sole source basis utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13.106-1(b) for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold of $250,000 to Mu-Del Electronics LLC.   The contractor will be required to provide Block Downconverters.  (See Attached Inquiry of Availability).


               


This Notice of Intent is NOT a request for competitive proposals.  This is NOT a solicitation or request for offers.  No solicitation package is available and telephone requests will not be honored.  Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. 



The North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) for this requirement is 334419 with the size standard of 47,000,000.   The Federal Supply Code (FSC) / Product Service Code (PSC) procurement is 6150.



Interested parties may identify their interests and capability to respond to this requirement within 3 calendar days of the publication of this notice.  Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government.   Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct a competitive procurement.  A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed purchase order based upon response to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government.  No reimbursement for any cost connected with providing capability information will be provided.



The point of contact is: Erik Wells, email: erik.wells2.civ@us.navy.mil. 


Please reference this Notice of Intent number on your correspondence and in the “Subject” line of your email.    

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