REQUIREMENTS

1. The Broadband Biconical (aka Bicon) antennas are used for EMI/EMC testing and Antenna Pattern testing.
2. Quantity: Four (4) each.
3. To Ship FOB Destination to Edwards AFB, CA 93524
4. Reference estimated shipping charges for items.

SPECIFICATIONS:

1. Broadband Biconical Antenna
a. Provide 30 MHz - 1000 MHz Compact Bicon Antenna
b. Quantity: 4 each
c. Description: 30 - 1000 MHz Antenna, Compact Bicon
d. Model Number: 3182
e. Mfg Part Number: ETS-Lindgren3182-Antenna, Compact Bicon, 30 to 1000 MHz

2. Frequency Range
a. 30 - 1000 MHz

3. Antenna Factor:
a. 30 MHz. 26, 100 MHz. 12, 200 MHz. 18, 300 MHz 19, 400 MHz. 23, 500 MHz. 26, 600 MHz. 28, 700 MHz. 28, 800 MHz. 32, 900 MHz. 34. 1000 MHz. 33
b. Gain dBi must track Antenna Factor conversions (Gain dBi and Antenna Factors are both required)
c. See Attachment No. 1 for more information

4. Radiation Pattern
a. Bicon must have antenna pattern performance of a dipole antenna.
b. Elements must be optimized to avoid any splitting of the main radiation beam in the elevation cut.

5. Electrical Specifications
a. VSWR Ration (Avg): <2.5:1
b. Maximum Continuous Power: 200 Watts CW input
c. Impedance (Nominal): 50 Ω
d. Connectors: Type N

6. Physical Specifications
a. Length: 53.34 cm (21.00 inches)
b. Width/Diameter: 41.30 cm (16.26 inches)
c. Height: 62.7 cm (24.69 inches)
d. Weight: Under 10.0 lbs estimated

7. Warranty
a. Model 3182 Broadband Biconical Antenna Warranty two (2) years

8. Calibration
a. 1 Meter, 3 Meter and 10 Meter calibrations required.

Interested parties who believe they can meet or exceed all of the requirements described in this notice are requested to submit, in writing, appropriate documentation, literature, brochures, and other pertinent information to demonstrate that the stated requirements can be fulfilled. Responses must include the following: Name and address; size of business; CAGE Code; and whether they are a large, small, small-disadvantaged, 8(a), HUB-zone, disabled veteran- or woman-owned business.
The applicable NAICS code is 334220. The size standard, as defined by the U.S. Small Business Administration, is 750. THIS NOTICE IS FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government, nor will the Government pay for information solicited. Respondents will not be notified of the results of the evaluation. No solicitation currently exists; therefore, please do not request a copy of a solicitation. A formal solicitation is expected to be released on or about 5 April 2010, and will be made available on FedBizOpps. It is the responsibility of each interested party to monitor this site for the release of the solicitation or synopsis. Respondents deemed fully qualified will be considered in any resultant solicitation for the requirement. The Government reserves the right to consider the type of business set-aside, competition, and contract based upon responses hereto. Questions should be emailed to Roberta Ross at [email protected]. Responses should be submitted to the email address above, or mailed to: AFFTC/PKEW, Attn: Roberta Ross, 5 South Wolfe Ave, Bldg. 2800, Edwards AFB, CA 93524-1185, or faxed to Attn: Roberta Ross, 661-277-0470. All responses shall be received not later than 3:30pm (PST) Wednesday, 31 March 2010.