ALQ-131 BC5 Equipment Purchase
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 Department of the Air Force, AFLCMC ESKA, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) 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. This opportunity is not set-aside for small business concerns. Offers are due by March 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
This Request for Quotation (RFQ) seeks to acquire:
- Two (2) Keysight Technologies Inc. E8257D PSG analog signal generators.
- Two (2) Keysight Technologies Inc. N9030B PXA Signal Analyzers.
Additionally, there is 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 equipment must meet the technical specifications detailed in the Purchase Description document, including specific options and accessories for each model.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ), Firm Fixed Price.
- Set-Aside: Not set-aside.
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies).
- Response Due: March 26, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT.
- Published: March 18, 2026.
- Delivery: Required within 17 weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO) to Building 231 at Robins AFB, GA.
- Warranty: 1-year manufacturer's limited standard warranty for parts and materials.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the offeror whose proposal is most advantageous to the Government, based on a comparative evaluation of:
- Technical: Offerors must demonstrate they are an authorized source (OEM or authorized reseller) and meet all technical specifications.
- Delivery Schedule: Offerors must meet the required 17-week delivery schedule.
- Price: The total evaluated price, which may include the option quantities, will be the basis for award among technically acceptable offers.
Additional Notes
This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Offers must be submitted electronically via email. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, accessible at www.acquisition.gov. Payment requests and receiving reports must be submitted electronically via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).