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), specifically DCSO-COLUMBUS-DIVISION-2, has issued a Presolicitation notice for Keysight 3458A Digital Multimeters (DMMs). This notice seeks to identify interested parties capable of providing three (3) new Keysight 3458A DMMs, including specific technical requirements, upgrades, and accessories, for the Defense Supply Center Columbus (DSCC) in Columbus, OH. A formal solicitation is anticipated to be posted at a later date. Interested parties should respond to this pre-solicitation by May 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the provision of three (3) new Keysight 3458A digital multimeters. Key requirements include:
- Must be a drop-in replacement for the current DMM, compatible with custom software.
- Salient characteristics: at least 8.5 digit precision, accuracy of at least 8ppm, measurability up to 1kV, 1GΩ, 1.5A peak, 2MHz.
- Ability to measure 2-wire and 4-wire Ohm resistance, AC/DC voltage and current, frequency, and period.
- Front and rear unit input terminals.
- Provision of NIST Traceable Calibration Certificate and ISO 17025 accredited calibration certificate with data and uncertainties.
- Required Upgrade: GPIB Interface.
- Included Accessories: Power cord.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (formal solicitation to follow)
- Set-Aside: Not specified.
- Delivery (anticipated): 30 days from the date of award.
- Shipping: Costs are to be included in the contracted price.
- Pre-solicitation Response Due: May 4, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
- Published: April 17, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation (Anticipated for Future Solicitation)
- Invoicing and payment will be processed through the Defense Finance and Accounting Service via the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system.
Additional Notes
This is a pre-solicitation notice for planning purposes. Interested parties should contact the listed Point of Contact for this pre-solicitation. The place of performance is the Defense Supply Center Columbus, 300 North James Road, Columbus, Ohio 43213.