25-SIMACQ-N60-0001 FieldFox Handheld Microwave Analyzer
ID: N6339425Q4010Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDING OFFICERPORT HUENEME, CA, 93043-5007, 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/b61fefd2d2684f8fa6c825b8dba7ea5a/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 28, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 28, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 7, 2025, 7:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Surface Warfare Center at Port Hueneme, California, is seeking market information through a Sources Sought Notice for the procurement of handheld microwave analyzers and related items from Keysight Technologies. The objective is to identify vendors capable of supplying these commercial items, which are critical for measuring and testing electrical signals, and to gather insights on capabilities, business size, estimated costs, and any potential procurement issues. This market research will inform the decision on whether to set aside the procurement for small businesses or pursue full and open competition. Interested vendors must submit their responses by April 7, 2025, to the designated contacts, Jorge Ortiz and Brian Carpenter, via their provided email addresses.

Point(s) of Contact
Jorge Ortiz
jorge.u.ortiz.civ@us.navy.mil
Brian Carpenter
brian.a.carpenter14.civ@us.navy.mil
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25-SIMACQ-N60-0001_FieldFox_Handheld_Microwave_Analyzer_SAM_Sources_Sought_3282025.pdf
Mar 28, 2025, 3:06 PM UTC
The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division, issued a Sources Sought Notice to gather market information for the procurement of specific commercial items from Keysight Technologies. This market research aims to identify interested vendors capable of supplying items such as handheld microwave analyzers, USB power sensors, and calibration modules. The notice outlines the required product specifications, quantities, and instructions for vendors to submit their capabilities, business size, estimated costs, and any potential issues regarding the procurement. The responses received will help the government decide whether to set aside the procurement for small businesses or pursue full and open competition. Importantly, no funding is currently available, and this notice does not constitute an official solicitation or contract award. Interested parties must submit their responses by April 7, 2025, in specified formats to the designated point of contact.
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