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U.S. Department Of Defense·District of Columbia

Truewave - XL Ocean Single Mode Fiber

Closes 9/18/2026$500k – $2MRequest for Quotation
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Description

The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) in Washington, DC is issuing a full‑and‑open competitive RFQ for the purchase of TrueWave®‑XL Ocean Single‑Mode Fiber (uncoloured fiber) in a quantity of 200 kilometers. The solicitation requires brand‑name or equal, OEM‑authorized distributors, new equipment only, and manufacturer warranty. Evaluation will be on a Lowest‑Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, with price and technical compliance as the two factors. Offerors must be SAM‑registered, provide standard contract line item pricing, and submit quotations via email to the designated Purchasing Agent. No remanufactured or gray‑market items are acceptable, and any maintenance renewal line items must begin after award. • Item: TrueWave®‑XL Ocean Single‑Mode Fiber (200 km) • Delivery to NRL, 4555 Overlook Ave., Bldg. 49, Washington, DC 20375 • Contract type: Firm‑Firm Fixed‑Price, LPTA award • Required: OEM or authorized dealer status, warranty, SAM registration • Submission: Email quotation (price, expiration, tax ID, CAGE, DUNS, payment terms) to James Chappell • Evaluation: Lowest price that meets technical specs; optional line items may be considered but are not obligating

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Contact

James Chappell(Purchasing Agent)

[email protected]

(202) 923-1418

Key dates

Opened
9/14/2026
Closes
9/18/2026

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Quotation
Industry
Telecommunications
NAICS
334519
Solicitation №
N00173-26-Q-1301370874A

Budget estimate

$500,000 – $2,000,000

Based on typical market prices for specialty submarine‑grade single‑mode fiber, the cost per kilometer can range from $2,500 to $10,000 depending on volume, warranty, and shipping. For 200 km, the total contract value is therefore estimated between roughly $500,000 (low‑end, bulk pricing) and $2,000,000 (high‑end, premium warranty and expedited delivery). The final amount will depend on the vendor’s pricing strategy, any optional services, and the inclusion of shipping/handling costs.

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