Radio-Frequency Power Amplifiers

The contract involves research and development support provided by the Institute for Telecommunication Sciences (ITS) to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). ITS conducts fundamental radio science research that underpins NTIA’s policy decisions and spectrum management efforts, while also addressing telecommunications challenges faced by federal agencies, state and local governments, private sector entities, and international organizations. The scope includes tackling emerging issues in telecommunications, information technology, and security, as well as contributing to the development of standards that promote the competitiveness of the U.S. communications and IT industries. The specific solicitation, titled "Radio-Frequency Power Amplifiers," is a small business set-aside under NAICS code 334516, posted by the Department of Commerce’s Office of the ESA in Washington, D.C., with the performance location in Boulder, Colorado. The solicitation was issued on August 21, 2025, with a response deadline of August 29, 2025. Interested small businesses can contact Erika Crawford via email for further details. The contract aims to support advancements in RF power amplifier technology, crucial for telecommunications infrastructure and spectrum efficiency.