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Purchase of a Mobility Enhanced Spectrum Analyzer (MESA) and DopeScope   2

ID: W50S8525QA010 • Type: Solicitation

Description

This solicitation is for a Brand Name Mobility Enhanced Spectrum Analyzer (MESA 2.0) and Dopescope is required by the Army Counterintelligence Service (CGCIS) and Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM).Research Electronics International (REI) is the manufacturer and supplier of the MESA available to the US Government, to meet performance standards set by the military services and the Department of Defense. The specification requirements of the MESA and Dopescope are as follows:

  • displays a full range of frequency data to 6GHz (*12GHz with the Down Converter Antenna)
  • Sweep modes:
    • Spectrum Analyzer: zoom, screen lock, frequency span, start/stop frequencies, resolution bandwidth, center frequency
      • I/Q Recording: captures raw I/Q data for external analysis
      • SmartBarsTM: displays new or increased RF energy in a bar graph
    • Mobile Bands: displays RF in specific bands (i.e. Wifi, GSM, etc.), includes new Jammer/Interference Detection feature with current production models
    • WiFi: displays nearby access points, clients, RSSI, signal data, channel, and more
    • Bluetooth : displays nearby pairing activity
  • Display Features: Persistence, Raster Waterfall, Spectral Power Histogram (RSSI), Peak Trace, Average Trace, Patent Pending Cached Peak
  • MCP (Multi-Carrier Probe): Carrier Current, Visible Light/IR, Ultrasonic, Audio Transformer, and Acoustic Leakage
  • Antenna Probe Recognition automatically detects REI antennas/probes and adjusts display
  • Audio Demodulation: AM/FM
  • Alerts: haptic, audible, and visible
  • Remote Access: Ethernet port for VNC remote access
  • Signal List Generation: Manual or automatic depending on the mode
  • GPS: Removable USB, that captures and saves GPS data

Including These applications:

  • Audio: Built-in speaker and external headphones with adjustable volume control.
  • Microphone port for Acoustic Leakage Probe and Audio Transformer
  • Data Ports: 2 USB 2.0 Type-A ports for software upgrades, file storage, file transfer
  • Detect RF WiFi, Bluetooth , cell phones, illicit transmissions
  • Interference detection & troubleshooting
  • RF research and development
  • Wireless industry developers
  • Intelligence protection
  • Communications Site Surveys
  • Eavesdropping detection
  • RF emissions analysis
  • Spectrum misuse investigation

Specifications:

RECEIVER

Sweep Speed: >200 GHz/second
Operating Freq. Range: 10 kHz - 6 GHz /*12 GHz
Resolution Bandwidth Variable depending on span: 0.0380 kHz to 312.5 kHz
Instantaneous Bandwidth: 25 MHz
DANL - Noise Floor: 312.5 kHz RBW with Pre-amp: -90 dBm, 9.765 kHz RBW with Pre-amp: -110dBm
Attenuation: 0 dB, 10 dB, 20 dB, Auto
Preamp: +15 dB
Detection Types: RF, Carrier Current, Acoustic Leakage, IR/Visible Light, Ultrasonic
Spurious Free Dynamic Range: 81.6 dB
Receiver Type: Swept-tuned Superheterodyne
Audio Demodulation AM/FM demodulation with filter options: Auto, 200 kHz, 20 kHz, 5 kHz
Input Port: QMA connector (RF input) for included and auxiliary RF antennas

POWER

Supply AC: 100-240V/50-60Hz; single rechargeable Li-ion battery (includes 1 spare)
Run Time: ~3 hours (typical) per battery
Charge time: ~3 hours per battery (typical)

MECHANICAL

Unit Dimensions: 5 x 8 x 2 in /13 x 20 x 5 cm
Unit Weight: 2.4lbs/1.1kg including battery
Case Dimensions: 6 x 15 x 18.5in / 16 x 38 x 47cm
Case/Contents Weight: 15lbs. / 6.8kg

ENVIRONMENTAL

Operating temperature: -10 to 53 C
Battery charging temperature: 5 to 37 C
Storage temperature: -20 to 60 C

Please refer to Attachments/Links:

1) Contracting Officer's Approval Abensence of Competition Memorandrum (Brand Name Justification)

2) W50S85-25-Q-A010 Solicitation (Mesa & Dopescope)

3) W50S85-25-Q-A010 Solicitation's Associated Provisions and Clauses

This solicitation is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and quotes will be technically evaluated for conformance in accordance with the specifications listed. The government intends to award a contract to the lowest priced technically acceptable quote without discussions. The government, however, reserves the right to conduct discussions if deemed in the best interest of the government.

Offerors are to include a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3 Alt 1, Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial Items with their offer. This can be completed electronically at https://sam.gov/.

The clause FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items in its latest edition applies to this solicitation.

The clause FAR 52.232-18 52.232-18 Availability of Funds (is applicable) Funds are not presently available for this contract. The Government's obligation under this contract is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds from which payment for contract purposes can be made. No legal liability on the part of the Government for any payment may arise until funds are made available to the Contracting Officer for this contract and until the Contractor receives notice of such availability, to be confirmed in writing by the Contracting Officer.

Background
This solicitation is issued by the Army Counterintelligence Service (CGCIS) and Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) for the procurement of a Brand Name Mobility Enhanced Spectrum Analyzer (MESA 2.0) and Dopescope. Research Electronics International (REI) is identified as the manufacturer and supplier of the MESA, which meets performance standards set by military services and the Department of Defense.

Work Details
The contract requires the delivery of a Mobility Enhanced Spectrum Analyzer (MESA 2.0) and Dopescope with the following specifications:
- Frequency Range: 10 kHz - 6 GHz (*12 GHz with Down Converter Antenna)
- Sweep Speed: >200 GHz/second
- Resolution Bandwidth: Variable from 0.0380 kHz to 312.5 kHz
- Detection Types: RF, Carrier Current, Acoustic Leakage, IR/Visible Light, Ultrasonic
- Display Features: Persistence, Raster Waterfall, Spectral Power Histogram (RSSI), Peak Trace, Average Trace
- Audio Demodulation: AM/FM with filter options
- Alerts: Haptic, audible, and visible alerts
- Remote Access: Ethernet port for VNC remote access
- GPS capability with removable USB for data capture.
Additional applications include RF research and development, communications site surveys, eavesdropping detection, and spectrum misuse investigation.

Overview

Response Deadline
May 9, 2025, 3:00 p.m. EDT Due in 10 Days
Posted
April 10, 2025, 2:01 p.m. EDT
Set Aside
Small Business (SBA)
Place of Performance
Selfridge ANGB, MI 48045 United States
Source
SAM

Current SBA Size Standard
1350 Employees
Pricing
Likely Fixed Price
Evaluation Criteria
Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA)
Est. Level of Competition
Average
Signs of Shaping
99% of obligations for similar contracts within the Department of the Army were awarded full & open.
On 4/10/25 Department of the Army issued Solicitation W50S8525QA010 for Purchase of a Mobility Enhanced Spectrum Analyzer (MESA) and DopeScope due 5/9/25. The opportunity was issued with a Small Business (SBA) set aside with NAICS 334511 (SBA Size Standard 1350 Employees) and PSC 6350.
Primary Contact
Name
Arnold H.Singleton   Profile
Phone
(586) 239-5917

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
DEPT OF DEFENSE > DEPT OF THE ARMY > NGB > W7NF USPFO ACTIVITY MIANG 127
FPDS Organization Code
2100-W50S85
Source Organization Code
500044282
Last Updated
April 10, 2025
Last Updated By
arnold.singleton@us.af.mil
Archive Date
May 24, 2025