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J&A No.: J&A13.501-25-EM03 o 10 Gigabit Ethernet I/O interface with 14 trigger ports (Part No. N5193A-CC4);

Quantity 1 o Commercial calibration certificate with test data (Part No. N5193A-UK6); Quantity 1 o Startup assistance daily (Part No. N5193A-PS-S20); Quantity 1

• Value Discount Bundle: Includes options 520; AT2; CC4; PM1; SS4; UNT; WC1; EP1; FR1

(Part no. N5193A-030)

• UXG SSD drive tray assembly with 512 GByte SSD (Part No. 1CC150A); Quantity 2

Delivery is required approximately 12 weeks after receipt of the order. The Government’s minimum needs have been verified by the certifying technical and requirement personnel. The estimated dollar value is , which will be funded by the FY25 RDT&E funds.

4. Statuary Authority Permitting Other than Full and Open Competition

The authority for permitting other than full and open competition is 41 U.S.C. 1901(e)(2), implemented by FAR 13.501(a).

☒ 41 U.S.C. 1901 ☐ 41 U.S.C. 1903

5. A statement demonstrating the unique qualifications of the proposed contractor, brand name, or the nature of the action requiring use of the authority.

Keysight Technologies, Inc. UXG Agile Signal Generator system was identified as the only brand name system capable of meeting the Government’s minimum requirements for this effort.

The NRL’s Tactical Electronic Warfare Division (TEWD) requires the UXG Agile Signal Generator system because it is the standard platform currently used by other branches within the Division and across the broader Navy community. These units are critical for generating specific test waveforms associated with numerous classified projects. The integrated Keysight ecosystem enables seamless file sharing and waveform reproduction across multiple UXG systems and organizations, ensuring consistency and interoperability. As such, the UXG is not only essential for current efforts but also represents a key asset for future initiatives.

The source for the specific equipment listed in Paragraph 3 has been selected to allow the overall system to meet TEWD’s configuration and compatibility requirements. This equipment was identified as the only equipment possessing the form, fit, and/or function to meet the Government’s requirement. Attempting to utilize any other brand equipment would result in additional labor costs for re-writing existing software, system training for end-users, and the likelihood of ongoing technical difficulties due to synchronization issues. This would result in unacceptable delays estimated at one quarter to one half a man year or $190,000.00.

6. Description of Efforts Made to Solicit Offers from as Many Offerors as Practicable

Market research was performed through contacting knowledgeable individuals in Government, conducting internet searches, and contacting the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), Keysight.

The Contract Specialist, contacted the Account Manager at Keysight supporting the NRL, via telephone on 10 July 2025. During this discussion, confirmed that Keysight utilizes three (3) authorized resellers, Tevet, Technical Communities (dba

TestMart), and NCSA (dba Tra-Cal), for its equipment. Technical Communities (dba TestMart) was the only vendor authorized to sell the required equipment via GSA; however, their GSA contract expired on 02 February 2025. Additional communication via email with Technical Communities

(dba TestMart)’s VP of Government Services, revealed that TestMart’s GSA schedule has yet to be renewed due to many changes within GSA this calendar year. In accordance with FAR 8.004, agencies are encouraged to consider satisfying requirements from or through non-mandatory sources, which includes the use of Federal Supply Schedules (e.g. GSA), before considering commercial sources in the open market. Since there are no vendors presently authorized to resell Keysight’s equipment via GSA, the Government intends to procure the required equipment on a brand name basis via SAM.gov.

This acquisition does not meet the requirement at FAR 19.502-2(b), and therefore will not be set-aside for small businesses. Additionally, the Non-Manufacturer Rule (NMR) requires small businesses to either manufacture the product itself, supply a product manufactured by another small business if it is a nonmanufacturer, or supply the product of any sized manufacturer if the Small

Business Administration (SBA) has granted a waiver to the NMR. Keysight, the OEM, is a large business, and the SBA has not granted a waiver under NAICS 334515.

7. Determination of Fair and Reasonable Cost

The Contracting Officer will determine that the anticipated cost to the Government for the equipment covered by this J&A is fair and reasonable through adequate price competition (FAR

13.106-3(a)(1)), or through the methods described at FAR 13.106-3(a)(2).

8. Actions to Remove Barriers to Future Competition

For the reasons set forth in Paragraph 5, NRL has no plans at this time to compete future contracts for the type of equipment covered by this document. Code 5762 routinely monitors the commercial marketplace using the internet and publications to stay informed on current state-of-the-art laboratory equipment alternatives that could be used to further work at NRL. If another potential source emerges, NRL will assess whether competition for future requirements is feasible.

CERTIFICATIONS AND APPROVAL

TECHNICAL/REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION

I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance, which are included in this Justification and its supporting acquisition planning documents, except as noted herein, are complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.

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LEGAL SUFFICIENCY REVIEW

I have determined that this Justification is legally sufficient.

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CONTRACTING OFFICER CERTIFICATION

I certify that this Justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

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