NAICS 334515 check: three DoD lab-instrument buys (network/spectrum/signal analyzers)

Executive takeaway

These three postings sit squarely in the same buying lane: electronic test and measurement instruments under NAICS 334515 and PSC 6625. If you sell, distribute, or support RF/microwave lab equipment (and can meet brand-name/authorized reseller requirements when stated), there are two near-term quoting windows to pursue. If you are not positioned as an OEM-authorized channel partner for the named brands/models, at least one of these is an immediate pass.

What the buyer is trying to do

Across the set, the government is acquiring lab-grade RF and network measurement equipment:

• One notice is for a 16-port vector network analyzer with a 4-port automatic calibration module (Air Force).
• One notice is for a Rohde & Schwarz FSW signal analyzer (Navy), explicitly handled as a brand name procurement.
• One notice is an award notice tied to the purchase of Signal Hound spectrum analyzers (Navy), signaling recent buying activity in this same product category.

What work is implied (bullets)

• Source and deliver brand-new test equipment (explicitly stated in the R&S FSW notice; verify for other notices in attachments).
• Provide a complete RFQ quote package with requested business identifiers and delivery details (explicitly listed in the R&S FSW notice).
• For brand-name buys, quote only the specified brand name and meet channel requirements such as being an authorized distributor/reseller (explicitly stated in the R&S FSW notice).
• Support a firm fixed-price purchase structure under simplified/Part 12/Part 13 procedures (explicitly stated in the R&S FSW notice; verify for the other RFQ).
• Prepare to quote all items or none when required (explicitly stated in the R&S FSW notice; verify for the other RFQ).

Who should bid / who should pass (bullets)

• Bid if you are an authorized distributor/reseller for Rohde & Schwarz and can provide a compliant brand-name quote for the FSW signal analyzer (N004216Q1066).
• Bid if you routinely supply RF/network analyzers under NAICS 334515 / PSC 6625 and can meet delivery and documentation requirements for the Air Force 16-port VNA + calibration module RFQ (FA860126Q0009).
• Pass if you cannot meet the stated requirement to be an authorized distributor/reseller for the brand-name procurement (R&S FSW).
• Pass if you cannot quote “all items or none” where required (R&S FSW notice states this explicitly).
• Pass if you cannot ensure brand new equipment where required (R&S FSW notice states this explicitly).

Response package checklist (bullets; if unknown say 'verify in attachments')

• Completed quote with FOB (explicitly requested in the R&S FSW notice).
• Shipping cost line item (explicitly requested in the R&S FSW notice).
• Tax ID (explicitly requested in the R&S FSW notice).
• Dun & Bradstreet # (explicitly requested in the R&S FSW notice).
• CAGE code (explicitly requested in the R&S FSW notice).
• Small business status (Yes/No) (explicitly requested in the R&S FSW notice).
• GSA contract number, if applicable (explicitly requested in the R&S FSW notice).
• Estimated delivery date (explicitly requested in the R&S FSW notice).
• If pricing is based on a published list, include a copy of the price list if available (explicitly requested in the R&S FSW notice).
• Total cost (explicitly requested in the R&S FSW notice).
• Proof/statement of being an authorized distributor/reseller (explicitly required in the R&S FSW notice; verify exact form in attachments).
• Completed Section K certification, including FAR 52.209-11 representation (explicitly required in the R&S FSW notice).
• SAM registration status (must be registered prior to submission per the R&S FSW notice).
• For FA860126Q0009 and other notices: verify in attachments (description/snips do not list required forms).

Pricing & strategy notes (how to research pricing; do not invent pricing numbers)

The R&S FSW notice is clear that award is intended to go to the lowest, aggregate, firm fixed-price brand-name quote, and that the initial offer should be the vendor’s best quote. That structure typically rewards tight channel pricing and clean compliance.

• Pull current OEM/distributor price lists (the RFQ explicitly asks for a copy if available) and confirm whether government/educational discounting applies through your channel agreements.
• Validate whether the required configuration is a base unit only or includes options/accessories (for the VNA + calibration module notice, confirm the exact configuration in attachments).
• Model total evaluated price as delivered cost (the RFQ asks for FOB and shipping cost), and make sure your quote aligns with the buyer’s requested structure.
• Check whether you can improve delivery lead time without increasing risk (e.g., distributor stock vs. factory build), then reflect that in the estimated delivery date.

Subcontracting / teaming ideas (bullets)

• If you are not a direct authorized seller, consider teaming with an authorized distributor/reseller for the brand-name R&S requirement (verify whether the RFQ permits such an arrangement in attachments).
• Pair a measurement-instrument distributor with a logistics partner to tighten compliance on FOB/shipping terms and delivery commitments.
• For the 16-port VNA + calibration module, consider teaming with a specialist in calibration modules and accessories (confirm exact requirements in attachments).

Risks & watch-outs (bullets)

• Brand-name restriction: The R&S FSW notice states only brand-name quotes will be considered; alternatives are not.
• Authorized channel requirement: The R&S FSW notice states you must be an authorized distributor/reseller.
• All-or-none quoting: The R&S FSW notice requires quoting all items or none—partial quotes risk elimination.
• Registration gating: The R&S FSW notice states offerors must be registered in SAM prior to submission.
• Certification completion: The R&S FSW notice requires the Section K certification, including FAR 52.209-11—missing paperwork can make a low price irrelevant.
• Attachment dependency: For FA860126Q0009 (and the award notice), key scope/configuration details are not in the snippet; verify in attachments before committing pricing and lead times.

Related opportunities

• 16-Port Vector Network Analyzer with 4-Port Automatic Calibration Module (FA860126Q0009)
• Rohde & Schwarz FSW Signal Analyzer (N004216Q1066)
• Award Notice to Fed Crew for the Purchase of Signal Hound Spectrum Analyzers (N0042126P0016)

How to act on this

1. Open each notice and download/confirm the RFQ attachments (especially the exact configurations and any required forms).
2. Decide bid/no-bid based on whether you can meet brand-name and authorized reseller requirements (where stated).
3. Build a compliant quote package with the requested identifiers, certifications, FOB/shipping, delivery date, and total price (verify requirements in attachments for FA860126Q0009).
4. Submit your best-priced, fully compliant offer within the stated deadline windows.

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