VDAT Keysight Support Equipment - Robins AFB
ID: 12800Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8571 MAINT CONTRACTING AFSC PZIMROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1672, USA

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

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No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/opp/2967411eab7442198cbdb2203b1cdf06/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Air Force, is seeking information from qualified vendors regarding the provision of Various Diagnostic and Testing (VDATS) kits manufactured by Keysight Technologies for Robins Air Force Base in Georgia. The procurement aims to secure a consistent supply of specialized testing equipment, including digital multimeters, load modules, and power sensors, which are essential for enhancing operational capabilities within the military framework. This opportunity is part of a multi-year acquisition plan, with a period of performance extending up to 60 months, and interested parties are encouraged to respond with their ability to provide a quote for a forthcoming formal Request for Quotation (RFQ). For further inquiries, vendors may contact Margaret Gaskill at margaret.gaskill.1@us.af.mil or Valerie Evans at valerie.evans.1@us.af.mil.

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    Margaret Gaskill
    margaret.gaskill.1@us.af.mil
    Valerie Evans
    valerie.evans.1@us.af.mil
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    The document outlines a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) for the acquisition of Various Diagnostic and Testing (VDATS) kits manufactured by Keysight Technologies. The kits listed include the DA Kit, RF Kit, AB-20 Kit, and others, with specific part numbers, expected annual quantities (BEQ), and Contract Line Item Numbers (CLIN). The acquisition plan spans multiple years, detailing a period of performance from contract award through up to 60 months. Key information includes a comprehensive equipment list, covering parts such as digital multimeters, load modules, and power sensors, essential for the operation of the kits. The contact for this RFP is Jamie Carroll from the 581st Special Warfare Engineering Squadron, indicating a military application for the kits. Overall, the purpose of this RFP is to secure a consistent supply of specialized testing equipment to enhance operational capabilities, demonstrating an ongoing commitment to technological advancement within the military framework. The structured format of the document allows for easy reference to individual kits and their specifications, streamlining the procurement process.
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