Keithley Systems Service

The Defense Microelectronics Activity (DMEA) is seeking maintenance and support services for five Keithley test systems used in semiconductor device testing and characterization. The solicitation (No. HQ072725QZL02) is structured as a firm-fixed-price contract with a base year and three option years, targeting Tektronix Inc. as the sole source provider due to their ownership of proprietary Keithley instrument information. Quotes are due by 2:00 PM Pacific Standard Time on March 19, 2025, and will be evaluated using a best value approach that considers product quality and price as the primary factors. The contract requires the selected contractor to provide onsite calibration, preventative maintenance, repair services, and technical support for two S530 and three 4200A Keithley test systems. Contractors must be United States citizens and comply with DMEA's security protocols.

The solicitation does not have a specific set-aside designation and is open to qualified contractors. The place of performance is McClellan Park, CA 95652, where the Keithley test systems are located. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the contract will be funded through RDT&E funds and is subject to fund availability. The service period will be scheduled under the contract, focusing on supporting DMEA's foundry and external customer testing requirements. Tektronix Inc., which purchased Keithley Instruments Inc. in 2010, is positioned as the preferred and likely sole contractor due to their exclusive access to the systems' proprietary technical information. The government reserves the right to reject any or all quotations and cancel the solicitation at any time, with no reimbursement provided for proposal preparation costs.