Department of Defense, Television-Audio Support Activity (T-ASA), Contracts Division, 3116 Peacekeeper Way, McClellan AFB, CA 95652- 1068

59 -- COUPLERS SOL MDA112-98-Q-0079 POC Chongae Makiya, Purchasing Agent, (916)364-4221 or Richard H. Talbert, Contracting Officer, (916)364-4221 This is a combined Synopsis/Request for Quotation (RFQ) for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only quotation; quotes are being requested and a written quotation will not be issued. The quotation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 97-2. The Television Audio Support Activity (T-ASA) intends to procure the following items: L/I 0001: One hundred (100) each, Coupler, Next Level Systems (previously called Jerrold) P/N FFT8-17K, Directional; eight 17DB taps; impedance 75 OHM, flat 5-450 MHZ Freq. response; 1GHZ bandwidth; w/surge resistor (SR) messenger mount (10 each per box). L/I 0002: Fifty (50) each, Switch, Pico Macom P/N AB-2, coaxial, dual cable system; 'F' connectors; bandwidth DC TO 900MHZ 75 OHM impedance, 90DB isolation between cables, insertion loss: 0.2DB, return loss: 16DB, absolute indication of cable selection: either 'a' or 'b' is indicated, NEVER BOTH; universal brown, high impact plastic case; die-case frame. L/I 0003: One hundred (100) each, Next Level Systems P/N FFT8-10TK/SR, Coupler, Directional, multi-tap; value 104; eight-port, backward compatibility, 1GHZ bandwidth, brass 'F' ports, power passing, swivel center conductor seizure mechanism. L/I 0004: One hundred (100) each, Coupler, Next Level Systems P/N FFT8-20K/SR, Directional, multi-tap, value 20.1, eight-port, backward compatibility, 1GHZ bandwidth, brass 'F' ports, power passing, swivel center conductor seizure mechanism. L/I 0005: One hundred (100) each, Coupler, Next Level Systems P/N FFT8-23K/SR Directional, multi-tap, value 22.5, eight-port, backward compatibility, 1GHZ bandwidth, brass 'F' ports, power passing, swivel center conductor seizure mechanism. L/I 0006: One hundred (100) each, Coupler, Next Level Systems P/N FFT8-26K/SR, Directional, multi-tap, value 26.1; eight-port, backward compatibility, 1GHZ bandwidth, brass 'F' ports, power passing, swivel center conductor seizure mechanism. L/I 0007: One hundred (100) each, Coupler, Next Level Systems P/N FFT8-29K/SR, Directional; multi-tap, value 29.2, eight-port, backward compatibility, 1GHZ bandwidth, brass 'F' ports, power passing; swivel center conductor, seizure mechanism. L/I 0008: One hundred (100) each, Coupler, Next Level Systems P/N FFT8-32K/SR, Directional, multi-tap, value 32.3, eight-port, backward compatibility, 1GHZ bandwidth, brass 'F' ports, power passing, swivel center conductor seizure mechanism. L/I 0009: One hundred (100) each, Coupler, Next Level Systems P/N FFT8-35K/SR, Directional, multi-tap, value 35.0, eight-port, backward compatibility, 1GHZ bandwidth, brass 'F' ports, power passing, swivel center conductor, seizure mechanism. L/I 0010: One hundred (100) each, Coupler, Next Level Systems P/N FFT8-14K, Directional, eight 14DB taps, 750-OHM impedance; plat 5 -- 1000 MHZ frequency response, 1GHZ bandwidth, w/surge resistor (SR), messenger mount. L/I 0011: Fifty (50) each, Arrestor, Pico Macom P/N GRB-AR Ground block; reduces damage from static or lightning on coaxial cable to microprocessor-based equipment; passed DC, uses gas spark arrestor, weatherized housing for outdoor application. L/I 0012: Fifty (50) each, Coupler, Next Level Systems P/N FFT2-35K, Directional; two-port, brass 'F' connector ports, 35K-OHM. L/I 0013: Fifty (50) each, Splitter, Next Level Systems P/N SSP-3K, Hybrid; AC power-passing, two-way device; 1GHZ bandwidth die cast 360 aluminum alloy housing, strand and pedestal mounting swivel center conductor seizure mechanism; rotatable faceplate, equipped with removable shorting base to reduce fuse blowing, radio frequency: 5-100 MHZ, nominal insertion loss: 4.4DB, isolation, 18DB minimum, terminal match: 16DB minimum, current capacity: 10AMPS maximum. Date of delivery is within 30 days after contract award. Ship to: McClellan AFB, CA. The suggested supplier and part numbers are provided for reference only. All responsible sources may submit a quote which shall be consider by the agency, responses to this notice should be provided in writing. Offers may be mailed to Television Audio Support Activity, Directorate of Contracting, ATTN: T-ASA/DOC/SP (Chongae Makiya), 3116 Peacekeeper Way, McClellan AFB, CA 95652-1068, or if using courier services deliver to: Television Audio Support Activity, ATTN: T-ASA/DOC/SP (Chongae Makiya), 10481 Armstrong Ave., Bldg. 2500, RM 113, Mather, CA 95655. Facsimile responses are acceptable, FAX number is (916) 364-4209. All responses to this notice should make reference to Request for Quotation MDA112-97-Q-0079. The award will be made to the responsive, responsible offeror submitting the lowest priced technically acceptable offer and meeting all terms and condition set forth in this solicitation. Addendum to FAR 52-212-1, Instructions to Offerors, Commercial items: The Offeror who propose to furnish an equal item, submit descriptive literature under separate cover by Faxs or mail to buyer listed herein by offer due date. Offeror shall include a completed copy of the provision 52-212-3, Offeror Representations and Notifications-Commercial Item and clauses 52-212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, DFARS 252.212-7001 also apply 252.225-7001, 252.225-7007 and 52.232-5111, Mandatory Information for Funds Transfer Payment, 52.233-5112, Agency Protests. Standard commercial warranty is required. Offers must be submitted not later than 10 days from the this notice is published. Point of contact in this office is Chongae Makiya, (916) 364-4221. This Acquisition is 100% Set-Aside for Small Business. (0343)

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