PTC Digital Multimeter (DMM), Keysight 3458A
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), through its DCSO-COLUMBUS-DIVISION-2 office, is soliciting quotes for two (2) Keysight 3458A Digital Multimeters for the DLA Product Test Center (PTC) in Columbus, Ohio. This requirement is set aside for Small Businesses and seeks new, not refurbished, equipment with specific technical specifications. This solicitation, SP4706-26-Q-0016, replaces a previous one, and vendors who previously submitted quotes must resubmit. Quotes are due by May 22, 2026, at 11:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for two (2) new Keysight 3458A digital multimeters. Key specifications include:
- Precision: At least 8.5 digits.
- Accuracy: At least 8ppm.
- Measurement Capabilities: Up to 1kV, 1GΩ, 1.5A peak, and 2MHz; capable of measuring 2-wire/4-wire Ohm resistance, AC/DC voltage/current, frequency, and period.
- Features: Front and rear unit input terminals, GPIB Interface, and a power cord.
- Compatibility: Must be a drop-in replacement compatible with custom software used by EPTC.
- Documentation: NIST Traceable Calibration Certificate and ISO 17025 accredited calibration certificate with data and uncertainties are required.
- Packaging: Must comply with ASTM D3951.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Set-Aside: Small Business.
- Period of Performance: Delivery is required within 30 days from the date of award.
- Place of Delivery: Defense Supply Center Columbus, 300 North James Road, Bldg 17-3, Mark for: DLA Product Test Center, Bldg 11-7 (TE Lab), Attn: Kyle Palmer, Columbus, Ohio 43213.
- Offer Due Date: May 22, 2026, 11:00 PM EST.
- Published Date: May 18, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Quotes must be emailed to the Contracting Officer, Elizabeth Dickstein, at Elizabeth.Dickstein@dla.mil. The email subject line must be "SP4706-26-Q-0016 Digital Multimeters". Emailed quotes cannot exceed 15 MB; larger submissions must be divided into multiple emails.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis.
- Discussions: The Government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right to conduct them if deemed necessary. Offerors are encouraged to submit their best technical and price offer upfront.
- Invoicing: Payment will be processed through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system.
Important Notes
This solicitation SP4706-26-Q-0016 replaces SP4706-26-Q-0006 due to a change in the procurement form. Vendors who previously submitted quotes are asked to resubmit. Review the PWS and solicitation for updated provisions and clauses. A signed copy of the solicitation is not required. All shipping costs must be included in the contracted price.