SAM #15F06726Q0000311

FBI Sole Source Procurement of Radio Frequency Uplink Filter and Retina Filter System

This opportunity involves the FBI's procurement of specialized radio frequency filtering equipment for operational technology and tracking purposes. - Agency: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Operational Technology Division (OTD), Information Technology Acquisitions Unit (ITAU) - Sole source procurement from K&L Microwave, LLC (Microwave Products Group, Dover Corporation) - Main products: - Radio Frequency (RF) Uplink Filter (no part number specified) - Retina Filter System (Part Number: SPCL-00746) - Key technical features for RF Uplink Filter: - Real-time control of uplink/downlink filtering across multiple channels - Low noise figure, configurable gain/filter modes, USB and GUI control - Antenna consolidation, multiple received path outputs - Delivery location: Quantico, VA (ERF Building 27985A) - Security requirements: DOJ personnel security clearances, IT system security, no non-U.S. citizen access - Electronic invoicing required via Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) - Period of performance: 26 weeks from award for RF Uplink Filter; Retina Filter System delivery by August 27, 2026 - NAICS code: 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing) - Other vendors may submit capability statements, but procurement is justified as sole source - Estimated contract value likely in the $50,000–$150,000 range for specialized RF equipment - Potential competitors include other RF filter manufacturers such as Mini-Circuits, L3Harris, and Anatech Electronics

Description

READ THIS NOTICE CAREFULLY AS IT CONSTITUTES THE ONLY NOTICE THAT WILL BE PUBLISHED.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) intends to award a sole‑source, firm fixed‑price contract to K&L Microwave, LLC, 2250 Northwood Dr, Salisbury, MD 21801, for one (1) Radio Frequency Uplink Filter. Complete technical specifications and performance requirements are provided in the Statement of Work.

This notice is being published in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 5.201. It will be distributed solely through the System for Award Management (SAM.gov). Interested parties are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for any updates. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing).

The FBI intends to negotiate and award to only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302‑1(b)(1), “Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements.” This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotations; however, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement and quotation for consideration.

Submissions must be sent via email to:

Dylan Hankins, Contracting Officer Email: dehankins2@fbi.gov

Responses are due no later than Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM Central Time. Only emailed responses will be accepted. Telephone inquiries will not be considered.

Information received will be evaluated solely to determine whether a competitive procurement is appropriate. The Government’s decision to compete or not compete the proposed action based on responses to this notice is entirely at the Government’s discretion.

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