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Receive Microwave (And Associated Power Supplies)

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The United States Government is conducting market research to identify qualified industry sources capable of designing and producing X-Band Receive Microwave Assemblies along with associated power supplies, under the NAICS code 334511. This effort is not a solicitation and no funding is available for response preparation; all submissions are voluntary and intended solely to inform the government’s future acquisition strategy. Interested parties are encouraged to submit detailed capability information through the provided Contractor Capability Survey, which includes responses on technical expertise, production capacity, and past performance relevant to microwave assemblies. The work is expected to occur at Warner Robins Air Force Base in Georgia, and potential contractors should anticipate collaboration with military, civilian, and national partner personnel. Small businesses are specifically encouraged to respond, even if they do not possess full capability to fulfill the entire requirement, as the government will evaluate teaming arrangements, joint ventures, or subcontracting partnerships to determine viable paths for small business participation. Responses should clearly outline any alliances, including supporting documentation such as letters or emails indicating roles and responsibilities of each party. Small businesses are also asked to identify any portion of the work that could be set aside exclusively for small business performance. No set-aside decision has been made, and the government retains full discretion over the procurement approach. All inquiries must be submitted in writing to the designated points of contact—Brandon Jones, Elizabeth Fuller, and Robert Cowden—no later than August 22, 2026.

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U.S. government seeks qualified suppliers for X-Band microwave assemblies, encourages small businesses to respond with capability details by August 22, 2026.

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Department Of Defense → FA8507 Alcmc EskcView Agency

NAICS

334511 - Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing View NAICS

Place of Performance

Warner Robins, GA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

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Sources Sought Notice for X-Band Receive Microwave Qualification and Production

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8507 Alcmc Eskc
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OfficeROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA
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Office AddressROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA
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The United States Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements for qualification and production of X-Band Receive Microwave Assemblies.



Security Requirements: The level of security clearance and amount of foreign participation in this requirement has not been determined; however, the Contractor should anticipate working with teams consisting of military, civilian, national partners, and contract personnel from various services and agencies.



DISCLAIMER: THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY.  THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP), REQUEST FOR QUOTE (RFQ) OR AN INVITATION FOR BID (IFB). IN ACCORDANCE WITH FAR 15.201(e), THIS NOTICE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY. THE GOVERNMENT MAY USE THE INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM RESPONSES TO THIS NOTICE IN DETERMINING ITS ACQUISITION APPROACH.  THE ISSUANCE OF THIS NOTICE DOES NOT RESTRICT THE GOVERNMENT ACQUISTION APPROACH.



The documents below contain a description of the RMA requirements, technical data package, and a Contractor Capability Survey. The Survey allows Contractors to provide their company's capability.



Attention Small Business Respondents who are interested in participation for this effort:



1. No set aside decision has been made; however, the USG will determine the final strategy after thorough analysis of the small business responses and other market research available, considering the demonstrated interest and capability. Please ensure that you provide a thorough response to each question. If you company does not currently possess the full capability required to fulfill the entire requirment, what teaming/partnership/joint venture/subctonracting arrangements do you have in place to fulfill the Government's needs? Provide evidence of this arrangement e.g. emails, letter, etcl. that demonstrate a united response to this Sources Sought is highly encouraged, but not required. The evidence should state the type of arrangement and the role each member will fulfill. If you are only interested in being a subcontractor to the future awardee, state the portion of the work your organization has capability of fulfilling.



2. Identify any areas of work that your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Businesses.



Both Large and Small Businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research. Joint Ventures or Teaming Arrangements are encouraged.



Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to Brandon Jones, Contracting Officer, AFLCMC/ESGK-R (brandon.jones.96@us.af.mil) and Elizabeth Fuller (elizabeth.fuller.2@us.af.mil), Lead System Engineer, and Robert Cowden (robert.cowden.ctr@us.af.mil). Contract or Acquisition Specific questions shall be soley directed to the Contracting Officers. All questions shall be submitted in writing. Responses shall be received no later than the date identified in this posting.

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