RF Switches

PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE NOTICE CAREFULLY AS IT CONSTITUES THE ONLY NOTICE THAT WILL BE ISSUED.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

The Request for Quote (RFQ) Number is N66604-26-Q-0312. This requirement is being solicited as a small business set-aside, Brand Name requirement for Dow-Key Microwave products. Part Number 581J-430822 manufactured by Dow-Key Microwave is the only item that satisfies all system design requirements. Since the Dow-Key switches are integrated into the current system design, alternates with similar specifications but even minor alterations would not be acceptable. Changes to these items would require significant system redesign and engineering, additional qualification testing, and re-installation, which would cause unacceptable costs and schedule delays for the Government.

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this acquisition is 335314; the Small Business Size Standard is 750 employees. Offerors must be Dow-Key Microwave authorized distributors and provide proof of authorized distributor status in order to be considered acceptable.

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) intends to award a Firm Fixed Price Type purchase order for the below items:

CLIN 0001: Quantity of eighteen (18) Dow-Key Microwave brand RF Switches Single Pole Eight Throw (SP8T) SW, 8MP-L-28-SMA-I-DB25P, Part #: 581J-430822;

CLIN 0002: Option 01 for additional quantity of thirty five (35) Dow-Key Microwave brand RF Switches Single Pole Eight Throw (SP8T) SW, 8MP-L-28-SMA-I-DB25P, Part #: 581J-430822;

CLIN 0003: Option 02 for additional quantity of forty (40) Dow-Key Microwave brand RF Switches Single Pole Eight Throw (SP8T) SW, 8MP-L-28-SMA-I-DB25P, Part #: 581J-430822;

Delivery is F.O.B. Destination to Newport, RI 02841. Delivery shall occur on or before eighteen (18) weeks after date of award. Please include any applicable shipping charges.

The Government’s evaluation method is Lowest Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the latest Federal Acquisition Circular. The following FAR clauses and provisions apply to this solicitation:

52.203-19, Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements.

52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance.

52.204-19 Incorporation by Reference of Representations and Certifications.

52.209-10, Prohibition on Contracting With Inverted Domestic Corporations.

52.209-11, Representation by corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax 

52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors Commercial Items.

52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items.

52.217-5, Evaluation of Options.

52.222-3, Convict Labor.

52.222-19, Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies.

52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Veterans.

52.222-36, Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities.

52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons.

52.223-23, Sustainable Products.

52.226-8, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving.

52.232-8, Discounts for Prompt Payment.

52.232-11, Extras.

52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Award Management.

52.232-39, Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations.

52.232-40, Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors.

52.233-1, Disputes.

52.233-3, Protest after Award.

52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim.

52.240-90 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications.

52.240-91, Security Prohibitions and Exclusions.

52.243-1, Changes-Fixed Price.

52.244-6, Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services.

52.249-1, Termination for Convenience of the Government (Fixed-Price) (Short Form).

The following DFARS provisions and clauses apply to this solicitation:

252.203-7000 Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials.

252.203-7002 Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights

252.204-7003 Control of Government Personnel Work Product.

252.204-7008, Compliance with Safeguarding Covered Defense Information Controls

252.204-7009, Limitations on the Use or Disclosure of Third-Party Contractor Reported Cyber Incident Information,

252.204-7012, Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting (DEVIATION 2024-O0013, Revision 1)

252.204-7018, Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications

Equipment or Services

252.204-7024 Notice on the Use of the Supplier Performance Risk System

252.211-7003 Item Identification and Valuation 

252.215-7013 Supplies and Services Provided by Nontraditional Defense Contractors

252.225-7000 Buy American—Balance of Payments Program Certificate.

252.225-7001 Buy American and Balance of Payments Program.

252.225-7002 Qualifying Country Sources as Subcontractors.

252.225-7013, Duty-Free Entry.

252.225-7048, Export-Controlled Items.

252.232-7010 Levies on Contract Payments.

252.243-7001, Pricing of Contract Modifications.

252.247-7023 Transportation of Supplies by Sea.

The following FAR clause applies by full text:

FAR 52.217-7 Option for Increased Quantity-Separately Priced Line Item.

The Government may require the delivery of the numbered line item, identified in the Schedule as an option item, in the quantity and at the price stated in the Schedule. The Contracting Officer may exercise the option by written notice to the Contractor within One Year after date of Contract Award. Delivery of added items shall continue at the same rate that like items are called for under the contract, unless the parties otherwise agree.

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Full text of incorporated FAR/DFARS clauses and provisions are available at www.acquisition.gov/far 

The method of payment is via Electronic Payment through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). In accordance with DFAR Clause 252.211-7003, the contractor shall provide a unique item identifier (UID) for all delivered items for which the Government’s unit acquisition cost is $5,000.00 or more.

This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award, pursuant to applicable regulations and guidelines. Registration information can be found at www.sam.gov 

The quote shall include price, delivery terms, and the following additional information with submission: point of contact (including phone number and email address), contractor cage code, and contractor Unique Entity Identification (UEID). Offerors must be Dow-Key Microwave authorized distributors and provide proof of authorized distributor status in order to be considered acceptable. A quote received after the closing date and time specified may be ineligible for award. 

The quote may be submitted via email to the email address below and must be received on or before Monday, 22 June 2026 at 1400 eastern time. Offers received after the closing date are considered to be late and may not be considered for award. For information on this acquisition, contact Franklin Patton at franklin.k.patton2.civ@us.navy.mil.