Bid guide
How to bid on NRPC50 50 GHz Power Standard Calibration Kit for the Dept of the Air Force
What the Air Force is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Air Force is conducting market research to identify potential sources for two Rohde & Schwarz NRPC50 Power Standards with the B1 Verification Standard option. These specialized calibration kits are essential for supporting critical calibration operations within the Air Force Metrology Calibration Program (AFMETCAL).
Specifically, at least one of these standards will be used at the Air Force Primary Standards Laboratory (AFPSL) to calibrate Rohde & Schwarz NRP50T Power Sensors. The equipment must meet exact specifications for precision and seamless integration into existing AFPSL procedures and systems. The system should also allow for reprogramming calibration factors in the NRP50T sensors. The Air Force is looking for new, not reconditioned, remanufactured, or used, units.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Request for Information (RFI), not a solicitation for a contract. The deadline for responses is August 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Early responses are encouraged.
Responses to this RFI are for market research purposes only. They are not considered offers and cannot be accepted by the government to form a binding contract. The Air Force will use the information gathered to assess market capabilities and inform future acquisition planning. There are currently no funds available for this potential acquisition.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses that can supply high-precision technology equipment, specifically Rohde & Schwarz NRPC50 Power Standards with the B1 Verification Standard option, or an equivalent product that meets all salient characteristics, measurement uncertainties, and precision requirements. Vendors should be capable of demonstrating full equivalency, accuracy, and interoperability with AFPSL systems.
Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this market research. Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are also encouraged. If you lack experience in a particular area, you should explain how you would overcome this, such as through teaming or subcontracting.
How to respond
To respond, you must provide documentation supporting your company's capability to meet these requirements. If you believe you have an equal product, you must provide detailed technical specifications demonstrating full equivalency, accuracy, and interoperability with AFPSL systems.
Your response should include: your business size and socioeconomic status (if applicable), manufacturer information, sales history (including commercial sales), whether your product is commercial or modified, GSA schedule or other government contract details (if applicable), technical capabilities with commercial literature/brochures and warranty information, details of similar awards, whether you accept government purchase cards, point of contact information, CAGE Code, SAM listing verification, domestic or foreign ownership status, estimated time needed to submit a technical proposal if a solicitation is issued, estimated prices for one unit and the total quantity with any discounts, and estimated delivery time. Submit all responses via email to [email protected]. If email is not possible, you can fax to 937-713-5841 or mail to 813 Irving-wick Dr W., Horton Building, Heath OH 43056-1199. Reference 27E-632A-RF in all correspondence. Only .pdf, .doc, or .xls documents should be attached to your email.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Focus on clearly demonstrating your product's technical capabilities and how it precisely meets or exceeds the specified requirements for the Rohde & Schwarz NRPC50 Power Standard with the B1 Verification Standard option. If offering an 'equal' product, provide comprehensive data to prove its equivalency, accuracy, and interoperability with existing Air Force systems.
Ensure all requested administrative information, such as business size, socioeconomic status, CAGE Code, and SAM registration, is accurate and complete. Providing an estimated price and delivery time, even for an RFI, shows preparedness and helps the agency with their planning. Clearly mark any proprietary information to ensure it is safeguarded.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Dept of the Air Force; the original posting controls.