Brand Name Keysight Technologies Inc Technical Support, Subscription, Software Upgrades and Support
ID: N00173-25-RFI-CC01Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORYWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA

NAICS

Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515)

PSC

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC PROPERTIES MEASURING AND TESTING INSTRUMENTS (6625)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/194d55388e3c4701ac3411f29827c4e7/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential sources for technical support, subscription services, and software upgrades related to Keysight Technologies Inc products. The objective of this Request for Information (RFI) is to assess industry interest and capabilities to fulfill these requirements, which are crucial for the effective measurement and testing of electrical signals. Interested parties are invited to submit a capability statement by May 21, 2025, detailing their qualifications and relevant resources, with responses directed to Carrie Cawley at carrie.a.cawley.civ@us.navy.mil. This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee of a future contract.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Carrie Cawley
    carrie.a.cawley.civ@us.navy.mil
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