Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Keysight Technologies , Inc
Overview
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Set Aside
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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) / Information Technology Procurement Office (ITPO) has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Keysight brand Radio Frequency (RF) Channel Emulation Hardware and Vector Signal Analysis (VSA) test licenses. NASA/ITPO intends to award a contract to Keysight Technologies Inc. under the authority of FAR 6.103-1(b) – One Responsible Source. Interested organizations must submit capabilities by June 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Requirement
This requirement is for the purchase of specific Keysight brand RF Channel Emulation Equipment and VSA Test Set Licenses for the Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, TX. The detailed Bill of Materials (BOM) specifies components including:
- Core Platform: F8800B PROPSIM F64 platform with 8 CU slots.
- Channel Units & Options: Various units with signal bandwidths (e.g., 200MHz, 400MHz) and RF options (e.g., 450MHz - 7.25GHz).
- Software Licenses: Perpetual licenses for MIMO extension, Satellite and Aerospace Tools, AWGN interference generator, Shadow fading, Integrated lab setup calibration, Signal Capture, Signal Waveform Playback, and Channel Studio GCM features.
- Support & Services: Technical HW Support Plan, Software license support, and Solution Engineer Professional Services.
- Additional Equipment: WaveJudge products (LTE, 5G NR, WLAN), FieldFox 44 GHz Microwave Analyzer with options, ECal module, connectors, and rackmount kits.
- Support Plans: KeysightCare Technical Support and Assured First Year Support.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Authority: FAR 6.103-1(b) – One Responsible Source
- Acquisition Method: Commercial product or service using FAR Part 12
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 12, 2026, 10:00 AM EST
- Published: June 1, 2026
Sole Source Justification
NASA/ITPO states that Keysight Technologies Inc. is the only provider capable of delivering the required Keysight brand RF Channel Emulation and VSA test licenses that meet the technical performance, integration, and schedule requirements for NASA.
Action for Interested Parties
Organizations interested in challenging this sole source intent may submit their capabilities and qualifications electronically to seliste.c.acres@nasa.gov by the response deadline. Submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the acquisition can be conducted on a competitive basis. The decision to proceed with a sole source remains at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman information is available at the provided NASA link.