Sources Sought - Agilent 8753ES Network Analyzer Procurement
ID: FA821325QDS33Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8213 AFLCMC EBHKHILL AFB, UT, 84056-5820, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

GUNS, OVER 125MM THROUGH 150MM (1020)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8974ca1653cc435aa80c6a77d29cbf39/view
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    The Department of the Air Force is conducting a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify potential sources for the procurement of two Keysight/Agilent 8753ES S-parameter Network Analyzers and one Keysight/Agilent 85033E calibration kit, which are essential for testing the DSU-33D/B Proximity Sensor. This procurement aims to assess market capabilities and determine if the effort can be competitive or designated as a Small Business Set-Aside, with a focus on suppliers within the NAICS code 334515, which pertains to instrument manufacturing for measuring electrical properties. The equipment is critical for military technology applications, ensuring precise testing capabilities that meet specific performance requirements. Interested parties are required to submit their responses by March 27, 2025, to David "Nick" Padgett at david.padgett@us.af.mil, with no financial obligation incurred by the government for the responses.

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    David "Nick" Padgett
    david.padgett@us.af.mil
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    Draft PD_Agilent Network Analyzers Response.docx
    The U.S. Air Force is seeking to procure two Keysight/Agilent 8753ES S-parameter Network Analyzers and one calibration kit for testing the DSU-33D/B Proximity Sensor. The analyzers must meet specifications including a frequency range from 30kHz to 6GHz, a dynamic range of up to 110 dB, and capabilities for electronic calibration and pass/fail testing. Additional options for frequency extension and a high-stability frequency reference are available. The delivery locations are specified at Hill Air Force Base, with contact points provided for coordination. Standard commercial warranty applies to the equipment. This Request for Proposal (RFP) indicates the Air Force’s need for precise testing equipment to support military technology applications and underscores the importance of adhering to specific performance requirements.
    Sources Sought - Agilent Network Analyzer.docx
    The document is a Sources Sought Synopsis under Solicitation Number FA8213-25-Q-DS33, aimed at identifying potential sources for acquiring specific electronic testing equipment. The focus is on market research to determine if there are capable suppliers, assessing if the effort can be competitive or designated as a Small Business Set-Aside. The targeted NAICS code is 334515, which pertains to the manufacturing of instrument systems for measuring electrical properties. The government seeks two Keysight/Agilent 8753ES S-parameter Network Analyzers and one Keysight/Agilent 85033E calibration kit to support the testing of the DSU-33D/B Proximity Sensor. Interested parties are requested to respond by providing their company details, qualifications, experience with government funding processes, and whether they meet small business criteria. Additional inquiries include information on SAM registration and warranty specifics for the products. Responses are required by March 27, 2025, with submissions directed to the designated point of contact at the U.S. Air Force. The notice clarifies that it is purely for information gathering, with no financial obligation on the part of the government for responses received.
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