Support for advancing readout and optical coupling
ID: 80NSSC25892826QType: Special Notice
Overview

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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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Engineering Services (541330)

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SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: OTHER (R799)
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    Posted Jan 29, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Jan 29, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Jan 31, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking support for advancing readout and optical coupling through a sole source contract with TELTRIUM, INC. The primary objectives include collaboration on the packaging and wirebonding of test articles within the Observational Cosmology Laboratory, specifically focusing on the assembly of 2dMUX arrays and their integration into cryogenic systems, alongside providing mechanical engineering support. This procurement is critical for ensuring technical and engineering competencies at the Goddard Space Flight Center, with a performance period from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, and a requirement for 25 Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs). Interested organizations must submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to Cody Guidry by 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on January 31, 2025, to be considered for this opportunity.

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Jan 29, 2025, 2:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a Statement of Work for a project at the Goddard Space Flight Center, focusing on supporting the packaging and wirebonding of test articles within the Observational Cosmology Laboratory. The objective includes collaboration with engineers on the assembly of 2dMUX arrays and integration within cryogenic systems, alongside providing mechanical engineering support through computer-aided design and component drafting. Quality checks must adhere to project specifications. The project is allocated to 25 Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs) over the specified performance period from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025. Performance locations include various cleanrooms and laboratories within the Goddard Space Flight Center. The document emphasizes that no travel or procurement is authorized for this task, indicating a focused scope of work within established facilities. Overall, the Statement of Work aims to ensure technical and engineering competencies within a collaborative setting while adhering to stringent quality control measures.
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