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High-Frequency Dielectrics and Substrate Supply

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SBIR / STTR

Response Deadline12/02/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity with the United States Air Force involves the supply of specialized low-loss dielectric materials and substrates for RF photonics projects. The scope of work includes the manufacture of high-frequency laminates, specifically ceramic or PTFE-based substrates, that adhere to strict loss tangent and permittivity requirements. The provider is responsible for delivering raw material sheets or pre-cut substrates along with necessary certifications for material purity and tolerance. This is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 326199, specifically targeting firms with fewer than 500 employees in alignment with SBIR/STTR mandates. The solicitation was posted on November 4, 2026, with a response deadline of December 2, 2026.

General Info

US Air Force small business subcontract for specialized RF photonics dielectric materials and substrates.

Agency

Department of Defense → United States Air Force

NAICS

326199 - All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of DAF27TZ02-DV006.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Wideband Antenna for RF Photonics Modules

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Timeline

PostedNov 4

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Response DeadlineDec 2

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Response Deadline

12/02/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTCin 26 days

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AgencyDepartment of Defense → United States Air Force

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Organization / AgencyDepartment of Defense → United States Air Force

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Supplies specialized low-loss dielectric materials and substrates for prime contractors on Department of the Air Force RF photonics projects. Manufactures high-frequency laminates, including PTFE-based or ceramic substrates, meeting specific permittivity and loss tangent requirements. Provides material purity and tolerance certifications. Delivers raw material sheets or pre-cut substrates.

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