BRAND NAME – Keysight Equipment
ID: N0016425Q0588Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC CRANECRANE, IN, 47522-5001, USA

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Other Electronic Component Manufacturing (334419)

PSC

ANTENNAS, WAVEGUIDES, AND RELATED EQUIPMENT (5985)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane, is seeking to procure specific Keysight equipment under solicitation number N00164-25-Q-0588. The procurement includes various models of Keysight products, such as multifunction switches and calibration units, with a total quantity of 22 items required. This sole source procurement emphasizes Keysight Technologies as the exclusive supplier, aligning with federal regulations that promote small and women-owned businesses in government contracting. Interested vendors must submit their offers via email to Trista Ray by April 22, 2025, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time, and ensure compliance with the Trade Agreements Act (TAA) and registration in the System for Award Management (SAM).

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    The document outlines a federal solicitation for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) involving a contract for commercial products and services, primarily aimed at acquiring items from Keysight Technologies. The requisition identifies specific items, including multifunction switches and calibration units, along with associated technical support and warranties. The procurement is marked as sole source, emphasizing Keysight as the exclusive supplier under specific procurement regulations. Key details include a delivery timeline of 2 to 13 weeks and guidelines for invoicing, inspection, and payment procedures through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system. The acquisition aligns with federal mandates to promote small and women-owned businesses in government contracting. The document encapsulates compliance with various federal acquisition regulations, including clauses on whistleblower rights, child labor, and pricing arrangements. Overall, it serves as a formal request to solicit competitive proposals from qualified vendors while ensuring adherence to required legal and regulatory frameworks.
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