ALS AIP RF Amplifier Replacement

The Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) is seeking information from potential bidders for the replacement of two existing tube-based ALS Sub-Harmonic Buncher (SHB) pulsed RF amplifier systems with new solid-state based pulsed RF High Power Amplifiers (HPAs). The new HPAs should be capable of operating at approximately 125 MHz and 500 MHz, with a peak power of 25 kW. Bidders are requested to provide relevant technical documentation, examples of similar HPAs, an estimated budgetary quotation, and an estimated delivery schedule. They are also encouraged to include any additional technical insights, design features, or value engineering considerations that highlight the strengths and uniqueness of their pulsed RF HPA solutions. Key points to consider: • The replacement of two existing tube-based ALS Sub-Harmonic Buncher (SHB) pulsed RF amplifier systems • The new HPAs should be solid-state based and capable of operating at approximately 125 MHz and 500 MHz • The peak power of the new HPAs should be 25 kW • Bidders should provide relevant technical documentation, examples of similar HPAs, an estimated budgetary quotation, and an estimated delivery schedule • Bidders are encouraged to include any additional technical insights, design features, or value engineering considerations that highlight the strengths and uniqueness of their pulsed RF HPA solutions