ALQ-131 BC5 Equipment Purchase
Overview
Buyer
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NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ FA8523-26-Q-B001) for the procurement of Keysight Technologies Inc. E8257D PSG analog signal generators and N9030B PXA Signal Analyzers. This acquisition supports the Electronic Combat International Security Assistance Program (ECISAP) Office at Robins Air Force Base, GA. Quotes are due by May 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the procurement of:
- Two (2) Keysight E8257D PSG analog signal generators.
- Two (2) Keysight N9030B PXA Signal Analyzers.
- An option for three (3) additional E8257D PSG analog signal generators and three (3) additional N9030B PXA Signal Analyzers, exercisable within twelve (12) months after contract award.
All items must meet the detailed technical specifications outlined in the Purchase Description, including specific options and accessories. Delivery is required within 17 weeks ARO (After Receipt of Order) to Building 231 at Robins AFB, GA.
Contract Details
- Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) for commercial products, resulting in a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract.
- Set-Aside: This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns.
- NAICS: 334516 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies).
- Clauses: Incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, including DFARS 252.225-7013 (Duty-Free Entry) and 252.211-7003 (Item Unique Identification and Valuation). The Government will provide a duty-free entitlement certificate.
- Payment: Payment requests and receiving reports must be submitted electronically via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).
- Warranty: 1-year manufacturer's limited standard warranty for parts and materials.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission: Offers must be submitted via email to thomas.royal.1@us.af.mil and latoya.williams.13@us.af.mil.
- Due Date: May 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
- Pricing: Quotations must be unconditional Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) for both base and all option quantities. All provisional fees, tariff surcharges, and conditional language must be removed.
- Evaluation Factors: Award will be based on:
- Technical: Offerors must be authorized sources and meet all technical specifications.
- Delivery Schedule: Ability to meet the required 17-week delivery.
- Price: Total evaluated price for base and options will be the basis for award among technically acceptable offers.
Additional Notes
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation; no separate written solicitation will be issued. All other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged by the amendment.