Rohde & Schwarz brand-name FSWX Signal Analyzer and Vector Signal Generator

This document is a Justification and Approval (J&A) for other than full and open competition, authorizing the sole-source acquisition of Rohde & Schwarz signal analysis and generation equipment for the Naval Research Laboratory’s (NRL) Tactical Electronic Warfare Division (TEWD). The procurement includes an FSW3-B18 CF Express Card, an FSW32-B24 RF preamplifier, an SMW200A Vector Signal Generator, and associated hardware and software options. The justification cites 41 U.S.C. 1901(e)(2) and FAR 12.102, permitting sole-source acquisitions for commercial items. Rohde & Schwarz equipment is uniquely capable of replicating complex electromagnetic emissions simultaneously from a single platform. Utilizing alternative brands would require purchasing additional hardware and developing new software, resulting in over $420,000 in redundant costs and unacceptable project delays. Market research confirmed that although Rohde & Schwarz has five authorized resellers, none could supply the required items through GSA Federal Supply Schedules. The acquisition cannot be set aside for small businesses because the original equipment manufacturer is a large business, and no Non-Manufacturer Rule waiver exists under NAICS 334515. The Contracting Officer has determined the pricing to be fair and reasonable, and the procurement will be funded using FY26 RDT&E funds.

This federal solicitation (No. N0017326QTS12) is a combined synopsis/solicitation issued by the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) Tactical Electronic Warfare Division. Operating as a full and open competition, the procurement seeks a brand-name Rohde & Schwarz FSWX Signal Analyzer and an SMW200A Vector Signal Generator, along with specific hardware options, licenses, and shipping services. The Government intends to award a single Firm Fixed-Price contract. Key procurement details include: * **NAICS Code:** 334515 (Size Standard: 750 employees) * **Response Deadline:** September 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST * **Delivery Timeline:** 10 months from the date of award to the NRL facility in Washington, DC. To be considered for an award, quotes must be submitted electronically and include product literature, standard commercial warranties, and official manufacturer authorization confirming the vendor is an authorized reseller. Additionally, vendors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). The evaluation and basis for award will utilize a comparative analysis based on three factors: technical compliance with specifications, supplier risk assessment (utilizing the Supplier Performance Risk System), and cost/price. Technical compliance is the most critical factor, followed by supplier risk, with both factors being significantly more important than price. The Government intends to select the best-suited contractor from initial offers without conducting exchanges.