Notice of Intent to Sole Source to Keysight Technologies, LLC
ID: 80TECH24Q0051(Rev)Type: Special Notice
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA IT PROCUREMENT OFFICEGreenbelt, MD, 20771, USA

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

PSC

ELECTRICAL HARDWARE AND SUPPLIES (5975)

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https://sam.gov/opp/36bfc9de746a4d0bac97492259999fb8/view
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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) intends to award a sole-source contract to Keysight Technologies, LLC for the delivery, installation, and commissioning of two Direct Current (DC) Bi-Directional Power Supplies, along with associated hardware and software. This procurement is justified under FAR 6.302-1, indicating that only one responsible source is available to meet NASA's specific technical requirements. The contract will encompass not only the power supplies but also various related systems, including a Data Acquisition System and Scienlab Measurement and Control Modules, highlighting the critical role these components play in NASA's operations. Interested parties may submit a statement of capabilities by September 20, 2024, to the primary contact, Seliste Acres, at seliste.c.acres@nasa.gov, although this announcement is not a solicitation for competitive quotes.

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    seliste.c.acres@nasa.gov
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    Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source - Keysight.pdf
    NASA's Information Technology Procurement Office (ITPO) intends to award a sole-source contract to Keysight Technologies, Inc. for the delivery, installation, and commissioning of specific hardware and software components related to Direct Current Bi-Directional Power Supplies. This action is justified under the FAR 6.302-1 regulation as there is only one responsible source available. The procurement includes two Keysight DC Bi-Directional Power Supplies and various related systems and modules, such as a Data Acquisition System and several Scienlab Measurement and Control Modules. In addition to hardware, the contractor will provide project installation, commissioning services, and standard warranties. Although this announcement is not a solicitation for competitive quotes, other parties may submit a statement of capabilities if they can meet the requirement, which must be received by September 20, 2024. The sole-source nature of this contract underscores the specific expertise and products that Keysight Technologies can provide to fulfill NASA's needs effectively.
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