Keysight UXA Signal Analyzer
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVAIR.NAVAIR NAWC WD.NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER · Response deadline: Wed, 28 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWC WD) is seeking to acquire a Keysight UXA Signal Analyzer, a high-performance test and measurement instrument used for analyzing complex electronic signals. Signal analyzers in this class are widely used in defense and aerospace applications for tasks such as radar testing, electronic warfare system verification, communications system characterization, and general RF/microwave signal analysis. The UXA series is Keysight's flagship X-series signal analyzer, known for wide bandwidth capability, low phase noise, and deep dynamic range—specifications that matter for advanced military avionics and weapons systems development.
As a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, this notice functions as both the government's announcement of its buying need and the formal request for offers, meaning qualified vendors can respond directly to this notice without awaiting a separate solicitation release. see the solicitation for detailed technical specifications, warranty terms, and any required calibration or support services.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWC WD) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N6893627Q0010 |
| NAICS | 334515 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | October 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM Pacific Time |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
NAICS 334515 covers "Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals," a category that includes spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, and related precision electronic test equipment. With no set-aside designated, this contract is open to all responsible bidders regardless of business size or socioeconomic status.
Who can bid
Any responsible business—small or large—may bid on this full-and-open procurement. Because this falls under NAICS 334515 with no small business set-aside, the government will evaluate all offers without preference based on contractor size.
To compete, you typically need:
- Experience supplying manufacturer-authorized or genuine OEM test equipment to government or comparable commercial customers
- Ability to meet any specified warranty, calibration, and technical support obligations
- Adequate financial capacity to fulfill a Department of Defense contract
- Current registration in SAM.gov with active status
- Any required cybersecurity or DFARS compliance applicable to defense procurements
If you represent a small business, note that NAWC WD will not receive small business credit for this award, which may affect agency outreach patterns but does not restrict your eligibility to bid.
How to put together a competitive bid
Given the specificity of "Keysight UXA Signal Analyzer," the government likely has an exact model or configuration in mind. Practical steps for a strong offer:
Verify your supply chain. Confirm you are an authorized Keysight distributor or can source genuine, US-government-configured equipment with full manufacturer warranty. Gray-market or unauthorized resellers face disqualification risk on defense contracts.
Match exact configurations. Signal analyzers have numerous options—frequency range, analysis bandwidth, preamplifiers, measurement applications. Cross-reference the solicitation's part numbers or specifications precisely; deviations typically require explicit approval.
Address total lifecycle cost. Competitive bids often differentiate on delivery schedule, included calibration services, training, spare probes or accessories, and post-warranty support. The government may evaluate these as part of best-value tradeoff.
Demonstrate relevant past performance. Cite similar DOD or aerospace contracts for precision test equipment. CPARS ratings and customer references carry weight.
Ensure compliance responsiveness. Review for FAR/DFARS clauses, Trade Agreements Act compliance, and any NIST SP 800-171 or CMMC requirements. Noncompliance with mandatory clauses is a common basis for rejection.
Submit through proper channels. Follow the notice's instructions for electronic submission, likely through SAM.gov or as directed in the full solicitation.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N6893627Q0010. The posted date was October 21, 2026, with offers due October 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM Pacific Time—a relatively short response window typical of streamlined commercial-item acquisitions. Verify the place of performance, any technical CLIN structure, and evaluation methodology in the complete document. Given the deadline proximity, act promptly to assess requirements and confirm your ability to respond.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →