Precision RF Power Transfer Standard – Type N, Open-Circuit

The contract requires the design and production of three compact, lightweight Type N open-circuit RF power transfer standards with low reflection characteristics, specifically intended for reference use in metrology laboratories. These standards must meet stringent precision requirements to ensure accurate and traceable power measurements, making them critical for calibration and validation workflows in high-accuracy RF environments. The devices must be engineered for minimal signal reflection to maintain measurement integrity across a defined frequency range, and their form factor should prioritize portability and ease of integration into existing metrology setups without compromising performance. The solicitation is issued as a subcontract under the Department of Commerce, NIST, with a response deadline of May 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The work falls under NAICS code 334516, which covers the manufacturing of other electronic components and related equipment, indicating the need for specialized RF engineering and precision manufacturing capabilities. While no set-aside provisions or specific point of contact are detailed, the emphasis on metrology-grade instrumentation suggests that proposers must demonstrate proven experience in developing standards-compliant RF hardware with documented traceability, quality assurance protocols, and a track record of delivering high-reliability test equipment to government or research institutions.