This is a combined synopsis/solicitation 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 solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This requirement is set-aside for small business only. The NAICS Code is 334413, Size Standard not to exceed 500 employees.

Solicitation/Purchase Requisition number F2KBAD7290A001 is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). This document incorporates provisions and clauses that are in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-25 effective 22 April 2008

The Government intends to award the following line item or its equal:

(CLIN 0001) High Power Polarization Dependent Fiber Isolator, Wavelength: 1064 nm, Fiber(Insput and Output): Nufern FUD-3460 Single Clad PM fiber: 10/130/250. OFR to polish, endcap per SCD 400-150A (-2) and AR coat. Transmission along slow axis of PM fiber only, engry in fast axis in mechanically blocked in the isolator body, Isolation: 30-38dB, Insertion Loss: +-1.5dB, Per +-18 dB*, Power Handling: 100 Watts cw, Rated for 10W in the forward and reverse direction. Calcite Polarizers Specifications for Operation W 20-26C, 45C Max recommended.
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DESIRED DELIVERY DATE: 1 August 2008 FOB: DESTINATION. Inspection and acceptance: DESTINATION.

The following provisions and clauses apply to this procurement: FAR 52.211-6, FAR 52.212-1,
52.219-28 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items. In accordance with the FAR 13.106-1(a)(2) offerors are notified that award will be made on the basis of price and technical suitability. FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certification-Commercial Items (all offerors shall include a completed copy of this provision with their proposal); FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items; FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items. [in paragraphs (b) and (c) the following clauses apply 52.219-6;52.222-3; 52.222-19; 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52-222-36, 52.225-13, 52.232-33; FAR 52.252-1, 52.252-2, Clauses and provisions may be accessed in full text at http://farsite.hill.af.mil/;

AFFAR 5352.223-9001; DFAR 252.212-7001 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items. [in paragraph(s)
(a) and (b) the following clause(s) apply 252.225-7001, 252.225-7036 Alt I, 252.232-7003, 252.247-7023 Alt III] 252.204-7004 Alt A, 252.225-7002.

All payments are to be paid via the Internet through the Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) system. WAWF may be accessed at https://wawf.eb.mil. WAWF training may be accessed online at http://www.wawftraining.com. Payment information may be accessed using the DFAS website at https:www.dfas.mil. Your purchase order/contract number or invoice will be required to inquire status of your payment.

All quotes are due no later than 5 June 2008 (Eastern Standard Time) 3:00pm. Quotes may be emailed (preferred) to [email protected], or, mailed to 377 CONS/LGCA, ATTN:
Denise Zambrano, 2000 Wyoming Blvd., SE, Bldg 20604, Kirtland AFB, NM 87117, or, faxed to
(505) 846-8925 ATTN: Denise Zambrano or call 846-4529 for ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

Be advised that all interested parties must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) Database in order to receive an award. If you are not registered you may request an application at (888) 227-2423 or through the CCR website at http://www.ccr.gov.