Digital Backplane Assembly — Dept of Defense

The United States Government seeks potential sources possessing the expertise, capabilities, and experience to qualify and produce an X-Band Digital Backplane Assembly. The buyer provides a technical data package, a description of requirements, and a Contractor Capability Survey to gather information on company capabilities. Both large and small businesses may participate, and the buyer encourages joint ventures or teaming arrangements. Small businesses must address their capabilities, any teaming or subcontracting arrangements, or their interest in serving solely as a subcontractor. The buyer has not yet determined the final acquisition strategy, set-aside decisions, security clearance levels, or foreign participation limits. This notice serves strictly as a sources sought market research announcement and does not constitute a request for proposal, request for quote, or solicitation. The buyer offers no funds to pay for response preparation and holds no obligation to award a contract based on submitted information. Interested parties may direct questions to Contracting Officer Brandon Jones and Elizabeth Fuller.