Keysight E8257D Signal Generator
SOL #: 80NSSC26931887QCombined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
National Aeronautics And Space Administration
National Aeronautics And Space Administration
NASA SHARED SERVICES CENTER
STENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS, 39529, United States
Place of Performance
Edwards, CA
NAICS
Other Computer Related Services (541519)
PSC
Telephone And Telegraph Equipment (5805)
Set Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Original Source
Timeline
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Posted
May 13, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 20, 2026, 9:00 PM
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 National Aeronautics And Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center is soliciting quotes for the procurement of a refurbished Keysight E8257D Signal Generator. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires delivery to Edwards, CA. Quotes are due by May 20, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. CT.
Scope of Work
This Request for Quotation (RFQ) seeks a refurbished Keysight E8257D PSG Analog Signal Generator with the specific configuration 520 / 1E1 / 1EU / UNT. Key specifications include:
- Frequency Range: 250 kHz to 20 GHz
- Output Power Range: -135 dBm to +7 dBm (with step attenuator)
- Modulation Options: AM, FM, PM (Option UNT)
- Quality Requirements: ISO 9001 certified, Certificate of Conformance required.
- Performance Standards: Frequency Resolution 0.001 Hz, Output Power Level Resolution 0.01 dB, Accuracy ±1.0 to ±1.5 dB, Phase noise ~-126 dBc/Hz @ 10 kHz offset (10 GHz carrier), Harmonics < -55 dBc, Non-harmonics (spurious) ≤ -80 dBc, Switching Speed ~7–10 ms.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (TBD)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Delivery: 4 weeks upon receipt of order (FOB Destination)
- Published Date: May 13, 2026
- Response Date: May 20, 2026, by 4:00 p.m. CT
Submission & Evaluation
- Technical Questions Due: May 18, 2026, by 12:00 p.m. CT via email to tracy.g.bremer@nasa.gov.
- Quote Submission: Email to tracy.g.bremer@nasa.gov.
- Quote Validity: 30 days.
- Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Offers not deemed technically acceptable will be removed from consideration.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered at www.sam.gov and provide Cage Code/UEI and ARO Delivery Time.
Additional Notes
- Place of Performance: NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center, Bldg 4876 Warehouse #6, Lilly Drive, Edwards, CA 93523.
- Payment Terms: NET 30.
- Export Control: Compliance with ITAR and EAR is required. Contractors are responsible for obtaining necessary export licenses.
- Contact: Tracy Bremer (tracy.g.bremer@nasa.gov).
People
Points of Contact
Tracy BremerPRIMARY
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Posted: May 13, 2026