Opportunity

SAM #N00173-27-Q-1301397808

NRL Request for Magneto-Optic Electromagnet System

Buyer

NRL

Posted

October 06, 2026

Respond By

October 15, 2026

Identifier

N00173-27-Q-1301397808

NAICS

334516, 334419

The Naval Research Laboratory is seeking an electromagnet system for magneto-optic use, including a C-frame magnet, poles, connecting cable, and power supply. - Government buyer: Department of the Navy, Naval Research Laboratory (NRL); delivery to NRL in Washington, DC. No specific office is identified. - Requested equipment: - 1 C-frame Electromagnet, part number 5403; 76 mm; Drawing No. 11901200 Rev H. - 2 poles, part number 17901700; 10 mm face diameter, for models 5403/5405. - 1 current and interlock cable, part number 16907-0051-8; connects the AST power supply to the 5403 electromagnet; 50 A, 5 m. - 1 AST Power Supply, part number AST40-85D1C-E21; 40 V, 85 A, 1U, analog current/voltage, EtherCAT control; supports the specified single- and three-phase input ranges. - OEMs and vendors: No manufacturer, OEM, or vendor is named in the provided notice or attachment. The reference to an AST power supply is part of the product name/model information and does not identify a company. - The notice permits brand-name-or-equal equipment. Equipment must be new and include the manufacturer’s warranty; reseller offers require manufacturer documentation confirming authorization. - This is a total small-business competition. FOB destination is preferred, and the notice describes evaluation as lowest price, technically acceptable.

Description

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.6, "Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items," as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued.

This solicitation is a Request for Quotations (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2026-01         Effective: 03/13/2026.

This is a Total Small Business competitive announcement in accordance with 19.502-2 (a) on a Firm-Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) basis. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 334516. The associated Federal Supply Code (FSC) / Product Service Code (PSC) procurement is 6650. The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), located in Washington, DC, is seeking to purchase: Magnet for magneto optic.

Quotation Requirements All interested companies shall provide quotations for the following:                See specification attachment

Supplies: BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. Items must be brand name or equal in accordance with FAR 52.211-6. This procurement is for new equipment ONLY, unless otherwise specifically stated. No remanufactured or "gray market" items are acceptable. All equipment must be covered by the manufacturer's warranty.

Vendor shall be an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), an OEM authorized dealer, an authorized distributor, or an authorized reseller for the proposed equipment/system such that OEM warranty and service are provided and maintained by the OEM. All software licensing, warranty, and service associated with the equipment/system shall be in accordance with the OEM terms and conditions. Offerors are required to submit documentation from the manufacturer stating that they are an authorized distributor for the specific items being procured.

Note: Maintenance Renewals — The performance period for maintenance renewals (software licenses, services, etc.) must begin on or after the date of contract award. The performance period cannot be back dated. If reinstatement fees are required, they must be listed on separate line items.

Delivery Information Delivery Address: U.S. Naval Research Laboratory4555 Overlook Avenue, S.W.Bldg. 49, Shipping/ReceivingCode 3400Washington, DC 20375

FOB DESTINATION IS THE PREFERRED METHOD Estimated Delivery Time:                                     For FOB ORIGIN, please provide the following information: FOB Shipping Point:                                                       Estimated Shipping Charge:                                                    Dimensions of Package(s):                                                            Shipping Weight:                                                                  

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS All Quoters shall submit 1 (one) copy of their technical and price quote. Include your company DUNS Number and Cage Code on your quote. All quotations shall be sent via e-mail.

GOVERNMENT POINT OF CONTACT Purchasing Agent Name: Marche HamptonEmail: Marche.T.Hampton.civ@us.navy.mil Please reference this combined synopsis/solicitation number on your correspondence and in the "Subject" line of your email. ALL QUESTIONS REGARDING THE SOLICITATION SHALL BE SUBMITTED VIA EMAIL.

System for Award Management (SAM). The government intends to award a purchase order as a result of this combined synopsis/solicitation that will include the terms and conditions set forth herein. Award may be made without discussions or negotiations, therefore prospective contractors shall have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (www.sam.gov) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 4.1102 and Part 52.204-7 when submitting a response to this solicitation.

The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:

Lowest Price Technically Acceptable — Offers will be ranked lowest to highest according to price. A price analysis will be conducted to determine whether the lowest price will result from a single award or multiple awards. Based on the price analysis, the lowest price offer or multiple offers will be forwarded to the requiring activity for technical evaluation (offers, in accordance with the specifications, will be deemed either technically acceptable or technically unacceptable). If the lowest price offer or offers is found technically acceptable and the pricing determined fair and reasonable by the Contracting Officer, evaluation will be deemed complete and award will be made based on the lowest price offer(s). If the lowest price offer is determined technically unacceptable, another analysis will be conducted amongst the remaining offers to determine if a single or multiple awards will provide the lowest price. The lowest price offer(s) will be sent for technical evaluation. This process is repeated in order of price until an offer or combination of offers is deemed technically acceptable and price is determined fair and reasonable.

Table A-1. Technical Acceptable/Unacceptable Ratings Acceptable: Quote meets all the minimum requirements/specifications as stated or provided in the RFQ specifications. Unacceptable: Quote does not clearly meet the minimum requirements/specifications as stated or provided in the RFQ specifications.

Options. When applicable, the Government will evaluate offers for award purposes by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. The Government may determine that an offer is unacceptable if the option prices are significantly unbalanced. Evaluation of options shall not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s).

Terms and Conditions. To facilitate the award process, all quotes must include a statement regarding the terms and conditions herein as follows: "The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document without modification, deletion, or addition." OR "The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document with the exception, deletion, or addition of the following:" Exceptions. Quoter shall list exception(s) and rationale for the exception(s).

Submission shall be received not later than the response date listed above. Late submissions shall be treated in accordance with the solicitation provision at FAR 52.212-1(f). E-mailed submissions are accepted and are the preferred form of submission. Receipt will be verified by the date/time stamp on fax or e-mail.

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