26-WXR-0130_non_Comp_Redacted.pdf

This is a Memorandum to the File documenting a decision to restrict competition for a commercial acquisition under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT). The contracting officer, Morgan Helton, has determined that only one source is reasonably available for this procurement, precluding open competition in accordance with RFO FAR 12.102(a) and RFO DFARS 212.

The requirement involves back-up test equipment from Keysight Technologies, Inc. (Colorado Springs, CO; CAGE Code 7ZXR5) to perform isolation testing and Doppler Range mapping of RF signals. The specific items needed are a Keysight E8257D Signal Generator and N4691D ECal module, with delivery required by December 18, 2026. The sole-source justification is based on multiple factors: exclusive licensing agreements (Keysight is the OEM for both devices), brand-name requirements due to existing test infrastructure, and unusual and compelling urgency. The contracting officer documents that the Keysight equipment has been tested and proven effective for the Navy's RF testing requirements, and procurement of similar items from other vendors would require significant design engineering and architecture updates. Failure to obtain the equipment by the deadline would result in critical mission capability loss for the US Navy, preventing laboratory certification and deployment of active decoy rounds to the Fleet and creating operational risk. The memorandum was signed on July 14, 2026.