KEYSIGHT BPA
Overview
Buyer
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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 Navy, Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), intends to establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for evaluation, repair, and calibration services for Keysight equipment. The agency intends to procure these services from Keysight Technologies, Inc. on a sole-source basis due to the proprietary nature of the instruments and lack of authorized resellers. However, all responsible offerors are invited to submit proposals for consideration. Proposals are due by May 27, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST.
Scope of Work
The BPA will cover comprehensive services for Keysight hardware used by NSWCDD for measurement and testing data collection. Services include:
- Evaluation: Identifying necessary repairs, testing units, determining component needs, and providing cost estimates.
- Repair: Performing general maintenance, addressing issues, and furnishing labor, material, and equipment to adjust and calibrate repaired hardware in accordance with ISO 17025 standards.
- Calibration: Providing labor, material, and equipment to adjust and calibrate Keysight hardware to ISO 17025 standards, including Uncertainty Bands. Services will be performed at the vendor's facility.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (FAR Part 12).
- Solicitation Number: N0017826Q1603 (RFQ).
- Period of Performance: November 30, 2026, to November 29, 2031 (five years).
- Maximum Per Order: $250,000.00.
- Government Minimum/Maximum: $500,000.00 (overall BPA).
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted. The agency intends a sole-source award to Keysight Technologies, Inc.
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance).
- Published Date: May 13, 2026.
- Proposal Due Date: May 27, 2026, by 12:00 p.m. EST.
Deliverables & Requirements
Key deliverables include Calibration Certificates/Reports (CDRL A001) submitted with returned equipment, tracking information for shipments, and certificates made available via the contractor's online portal. All services must adhere to ISO 17025 standards. Costs must include shipping to Dahlgren, VA, and any tariffs. Payment will be firm fixed-price per call, Net 30 via WAWF.
Evaluation
Award will be made on a comparative best value basis, considering technical capability, past performance, and price. The Government may select the quotation offering the greatest overall value, not necessarily the lowest price.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award. Questions should be submitted via email to Diana.m.moses4.civ@us.navy.mil, referencing the solicitation number.