Ruggedized Mission Console
ID: 80NSSC24881479QType: Solicitation
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA SHARED SERVICES CENTERSTENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS, 39529, USA

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Electronic Computer Manufacturing (334111)

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MISCELLANEOUS ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS (5999)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking small businesses to provide a Ruggedized Mission Console/Display, specifically designed for integration into a PC-12 aircraft's existing mission console. The procurement requires compliance with military standards (MIL-STD-810G and MIL-STD-461F) and specifies a minimum display size of 17 inches, along with VGA and DVI inputs, ensuring the equipment meets rigorous operational demands for NASA missions. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by September 11, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Laura Quave at laura.a.quave@nasa.gov or by phone at 228-813-6420 for further clarification on the requirements.

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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Glenn Research Center has issued a Statement of Work (SOW) for a contract to supply a ruggedized mission console/display that adheres to specific military standards. The SOW outlines the requirements that must be fulfilled, emphasizing the necessity of compliance with MIL-STD-810G and MIL-STD-461F or stricter equivalents for ruggedness and electromagnetic interference. Key specifications include a minimum diagonal display size of 17 inches and the presence of at least one VGA and one DVI video input interface. This document serves as a guideline for potential suppliers, ensuring that the finished product meets NASA's rigorous standards for performance in demanding environments, thereby providing essential equipment for their missions.
    The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from NASA for a Ruggedized Mission Console/Display, specifically designated as RFQ 80NSSC24881479Q. It outlines a procurement set aside for small businesses, detailing the Statement of Work which includes strict requirements that the product must meet military standards (MIL-STD-810G and MIL-STD-461F) and feature a minimum display of 17 inches along with VGA and DVI inputs. Offerors are instructed to submit their quotes by September 11, 2024, along with specific information such as lead time, delivery details, and required representations. The document comprises compliance clauses related to telecommunications services, representation certifications, and other regulatory requirements for contractors. Key provisions emphasize the prohibition of certain telecommunications and technology related to national security, alongside requirements for federal tax compliance and ethical business practices. This RFQ is part of NASA’s efforts to procure essential equipment under stringent guidelines, ensuring contractor adherence to specific operational, quality, and legal standards.
    The document outlines vendor inquiries and responses related to an RFP for a ruggedized mission control/display for NASA, specifically for integration into a PC-12 aircraft's existing mission console. The vendor seeks clarification on various technical specifications, including display size, brightness, dimming and contrast ratios, power requirements, and mounting options. Preferred specifications include a minimum display size of 19 inches, a brightness of 250 cd/m², a 500:1 dimming ratio, and 28 VDC power input. The screen will function in a non-radar environment without requirements for touch capabilities or specific viewing angles. Additionally, there are no temperature requirements outlined. The designed monitor is intended for use during NASA missions, emphasizing that it will be solely fitted in one aircraft with no plans for fleet-wide integration. The document indicates adherence to NASA’s environmental qualifications, highlighting the importance of function over broader requirements as the project progresses.
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