The Solicitation number is F1S0AX8178B004. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared IAW the format in FAR Subpart 12.6 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. This is a request for quotation (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-26 and DFARs Change Notice (DCN) 2008-08-12. NAICS is 334515 and the size standard is 500 employees;

This acquisition is a 100% small business set aside. The AFFTC/PKE, Edwards Air Force Base, CA is seeking to purchase the following Products
3 axis antenna positioning system.

DESC: This 3 axis antenna positioning system purchase must be directly compatible with our existing OrbitFR 959 Spectrum collection system and our Orbit AL4806- A and AL4806-C positioner controllers, as in hardware interface, wiring interface and connectivity.

1. MODEL: AL-4316-1
Description: Specifications for the AL-4316-1 - AZ/EL Positioner
Parameter Units Positioner Model
AL-4316-1
Outline Dimensions Drawing No. 10-2099
Bending Moment m-kg 4,149
ft-lbs 30,000
Vertical Load kg 13,608
lbs 30,000
Delivered Torque Azimuth m-kg 387
ft-lbs 2,800
Delivered Torque Elevation m-kg 2,766
ft-lbs 20,000
Withstand Torque Azimuth m-kg 581
ft-lbs 4,200
Withstand Torque Elevation m-kg 4,149
ft-lbs 30,000
Turntable Diameter mm 870
in 34.25
Weight kg 1,044
lbs 2,300
Height at 0° Elevation 5 mm 1,150
in 38.9
Central Thru-Hole Diameter (Az) 6 mm 165
in 6.5
Drive Power - AZ hp 3/4
Drive Power - EL hp 3/4
Nominal Speed - AZ rpm 0.5
Nominal Speed - EL deg/min 20
Rotary Encoder/Synchro Accuracy - AZ deg ±0.03
Rotary Encoder/Synchro Accuracy - EL deg ±0.04
Direct Encoder / Inductosyn® Accuracy AZ deg ±0.005
Direct Encoder / Inductosyn® Accuracy EL deg ±0.005
Maximum Backlash - AZ deg 0.04
Maximum Backlash - EL deg 0.03
Elevation Limit-to-Limit Travel deg +92 -45
Rotary Encoder Option EN001
Direct Incremental Encoder Opt. 4 EN002
Direct Absolute Encoder Opt. 4 EN003
Inductosyn® Encoder Option 4 1N001U, 1N001E
Slip Ring Option SR102U, SR202U, SR302U, SR402U, SR502U
Rotary Joint Options RJ12U, RJ18U, RJ40U
Stow Lock Option ST002E
Leveling Screw (set) Option LS002-4
Other Options MM002, EX002, TH002

Dimensions for the AL-4316-1
Parameter Units Positioner Model
AL-4316-1
Outline Dimensions Drawing Number 10-2099
B (Overall Height) mm 989
in 38.94
C (Radius of EL Rotation) mm 234.6
in 9.24
d1 (PCD1) mm 457.2
in 18
d2 (PCD2) mm 711.2
in 28
d3 (Thread Size) mm M20-2.5
in 3/4-10UNC
d3 (Number of Places) 12
L (Width) mm 1,625
in 64
M (Maximum Distance) mm 928
in 36.5
N (Turntable Diameter) mm 870
in 34.25
P (EL Structure Width) mm 1,194
in 47

2. MODEL: AL-4830-1-24-22-F-V-760-1P
Description: Model Tower: 22' height, 24" slide travel, fiberglass with an AL-760-1P Polarization. 22 ft length tower made of non-metallic material that must interface with ORBIT'S linear table and roll axis positioner. At this length of 22 ft, the maximum load cannot be less than 350 lbs at 90-degree position. This is used to place and test an antenna / antenna system in the quiet zone of the Anchoic Chamber.

2b. AL-760-1P Polarization

Electromecahanical Specifications for AL-760-1P
Parameter Units Positioner Model
AL-
760-1P
Outline Dimensions Drawing No. 05-614
Bending Moment m-kg 415
ft-lbs 3,000
Operating Load kg 909
lbs 2,000
Delivered Torque m-kg 70
ft-lbs 500
Withstand Torque m-kg 82.9
ft-lbs 600
Drive Power hp 1/3
Max. Speed rpm 15
Rotary Encoder/Synchro Accuracy deg ±0.04
Direct Encoder / Inductosyn® Accuracy deg ±0.005
Maximum Backlash deg 0.2
Turntable Diameter mm 320
in 12.6
Central Thru-Hole Diameter Option mm 76
in 3 6

Width mm 267
in 10.5
Weight kg 64
lbs 140
Rotary Incremental Encoder Opt. EN001
Direct Incremental Encoder Opt. 4 EN002
Direct Absolute Encoder Opt. 4 EN003
Inductosyn® Encoder Opt. 4 1N001L
Slip Ring Options SR051L, SR101L, SR201L, SR301L
Rotary Joint Options RJ12L, RJ18L, RJ40L
Leveling Screw (set) Options N/A
Other Options MM001, EX002, TH002
Interface for CR Feed TI001

Dimensions for AL-760-1P
Parameter Units Positioner Model
AL-
760-1P
Outline Dimensions Drawing Number 05-0614
A Overall Height mm 468
in 18.42
B Center Distance mm 255
in 10.04
C Overall Width mm 261.5
in 10.29
D Turntable Diameter mm 319
in 12.57
E PCD1 mm 289
in 11.38
F Mounting Threads of PCD1 mm 6xM10-1.5
in 6x3/8-UNC
G Thru Hole mm 63.5
in 2.5
H Internal PCD2 mm N/A
in N/A
I Mounting Threads of PCD2 mm N/A
in N/A
J Length mm 372
in 14.65
K Mounting Holes PCD mm N/A
in N/A
L Distance Between Mounting Holes mm 452
in 17.80
M Distance Between Mounting Holes mm 160
in 6.3
N Mounting Holes Diameter mm 6xM12-1.75
in 6x1/2-UNC
O Distance Between Mounting Holes mm N/A
in N/A

3. Integration and Installation.

The DRG series double-ridged waveguide horns are linearly polarized antennas ideally

Interested parties who believe they can meet all the requirements for the items described in this synopsis are invited to submit in writing a complete quote including delivery FOB destination Edwards AFB CA 93524. Offerors are required to submit with their quote enough information for the Government to evaluate the minimum requirements detailed in this synopsis.

CONTRACTORS MUST COMPLY WITH FAR 52.204-7 CENTRAL CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION AND DFARS 252.204-7004, ALTERNATE A. INTERESTED CONTRACTORS CAN ACCESS THE CLAUSES BY INTERNET URL: http://farsite.hill.af.mil. TO REGISTER WITH THE CCR, GO TO URL: http://www.ccr.gov/ . ONLINE REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS APPLICATION (ORCA) MUST BE COMPLETED. USE OF ONLINE REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS APPLICATION (ORCA) BECAME MANDATORY 1 JANUARY 2005. CONTRACTORS CAN ACCESS ORCA THROUGH CCR BY INTERNET URL: http://www.ccr.gov/ .

The following provisions and clauses apply: Clause 52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal, Provision 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors--Commercial; Clause 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items, the following factor shall be used to evaluate offers: Lowest price technically acceptable offer; clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items; clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders--Commercial Items (to include: 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity; 52.222-35, Affirmative Action for Special Disabled and Vietnam Era Veterans; 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers; 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era); Clause 52.232-33 Mandatory information for electronic funds transfer payment. The following DFARs clauses apply to this acquisition: Clause 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisition of Commercial Items; 252.225-7001 Buy American Act and Balance of Payment Program: The following AFFARS clauses apply to this acquisition: Clause 5352.223-9000, Elimination of Use of Class I Ozone Depleting Materials, 252.211-7003, Item Identification and valuation; 252.232-7010. Levies on Contract Payments; 5352.201-910, Ombudsman; 5352.242-9000,

Offers are due at the Air Force Flight Test Center, Directorate of Contracting, 5 South Wolfe Avenue, Building 2800, Edwards AFB, CA, 93524, not later than September 22, 2008 at 12:00 pm PST. E-mail address: Nathan.hansing@edwards.af.mil.