SATPC0041003 Tab 06 RDSS..pdf

This document is a Recommendation and Determination to Solicit from One Source or Brand Name from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center.

NASA recommends negotiating solely with Keysight Technologies Inc. for Keysight MXE EMI Receivers, citing unique compatibility requirements with existing electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency (RF) testing equipment and software. The justification emphasizes that the specific hardware model is uniquely compatible with established systems, and selecting alternative vendors would introduce operational inefficiencies, compatibility issues, increased training requirements, and additional costs. The document notes that using alternative products would compromise timely execution of critical testing activities supporting multiple programs including Launch Services, Exploration Ground Systems, and the International Space Station. An alternative brand name justification option is also presented as a template for vendors who can supply equivalent items from specified manufacturers. The estimated cost and performance timeline for the Keysight acquisition are redacted in the document. The determination was prepared on April 22, 2026, and signed by a Technical User Name whose signature is redacted.