SAM #480758

BNL Solicitation for 100.625 MHz 350kW Solid-State RF Power Amplifier System for EBIS Project

Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL), managed by Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) for the Department of Energy, is seeking a high-power RF amplifier system for its Electron Beam Ion Source (EBIS) Project. - Government Buyer: - Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA), managing Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) - Products/Services Requested: - 100.625 MHz RF Power Amplifier System (350kW), with an option for a second identical unit - Must be a Solid-State Power Amplifier (SSPA) capable of 300 kW pulsed RF power - Includes design, manufacturing, testing, delivery, installation, integration, and performance verification - System must be modular, with redundant RF power amplifier modules (RF-PAs), and comprehensive control/protection systems - Must fit within a 10x12 ft space and replace existing tetrode tube amplifiers - Includes consumables and field-replaceable units for 2 years of operation - Must comply with BSA technical specification spec_CAD-1376 and relevant safety/quality standards (IEC, OSHA, NFPA, UL) - Warranty of 2 years after site acceptance testing - Deliverables include detailed design reviews, acceptance test procedures, and documentation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System reliability, maintainability, and modularity are emphasized - Both local and remote control interfaces required - Strict compliance with safety and quality standards - Optional second amplifier unit may be exercised within six months of initial acceptance, subject to funding - Small business set-aside under NAICS 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing) - No specific OEMs or part numbers are named in the notice or attachments.

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SYNOPSIS / NOTICE OF PROPOSED CONTRACT ACTION This is not a Solicitation (Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), or an Invitation for Bid (IFB)). This is a Synopsis ONLY.

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This announcement shall NOT be construed as a commitment by Brookhaven Science Associates LLC (BSA) to award a Subcontract. Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) reserves the right to use any and all information submitted by, or obtained from, an interested party in any manner BNL determines is appropriate, including, but not limited to, the creation of a solicitation.

Description: BNL is a Department of Energy (DOE) National Laboratory multidisciplinary research facility, located on Long Island, New York. BNL intends to compete the subject requirement, to be utilized within the United States.

BNL requires a 100.625 MHz (350kW) RF Power Amplifier System to be used by the Electron Beam Ion Source (EBIS) Project, and which includes the RF power amplifier unit, delivery, installation, integration, and performance verification. An optional quantity of one (1) additional RF power amplifier unit will be included, subject to the availability of funds.

Please see attached DRAFT Statement of Work (SOW) and DRAFT Technical Specifications (TECH SPEC) for details.

Solicitation Information: This requirement will provide for total small business set-aside. BNL intends to issue solicitation RFQ 480758 in support of this requirement in August 2026. BNL expects to make one (1) award.

The anticipated award contract type is a Firm Fixed Price contract. At this time, BNL anticipates an estimated award date in September 2026.

The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 334220, Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (Size Standard 1,250 employees).

Delivery Date: BNL requires site acceptance testing of the RF amplifier system at approximately 70 weeks (16 months) and the second optional unit, if exercised, at approximately 26 weeks (6 months). The overall period of performance shall not to exceed approximately 96 weeks (22 months) after award of contract.

Attachment(s): 1A. DRAFT – Statement of Work, dated 7/6/2026 1B. DRAFT – Technical Specifications, dated 7/6/2026

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