one (1) each Spectroradiometer Sensor Head for the Spectral Measurements for Atmospheric Radiative Transfer
ID: 80NSSC24880310QType: Special Notice
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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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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

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COMBINATION AND MISCELLANEOUS INSTRUMENTS (6695)
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    NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to procure one (1) Spectroradiometer Sensor Head for Spectral Measurements related to Atmospheric Radiative Transfer. This procurement is intended to fulfill a specific requirement, with the contract expected to be awarded on a sole source basis to Sciglob Instruments and Services, the sole provider identified for this specialized equipment. The sensor head is critical for scientific measurements and applications at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, emphasizing the importance of precise atmospheric data collection. Interested organizations are invited to submit their capabilities and qualifications by 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on September 20, 2024, to Kacey Hickman at kacey.l.hickman@nasa.gov, with the procurement process being guided by FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13 regulations.

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    The document outlines a Statement of Work for the Pandora 2S Head Sensor Instrument, which includes the specifications for 2S fibers and controller components, as well as 2S brackets. Notably, it specifies that no filters will be utilized in the configuration. This concise outline suggests that the project focuses on the development or procurement of the mentioned sensor instruments and related components, critical for scientific or technical applications within a governmental context. The simplicity of the document indicates a need for straightforward specifications likely meant for suppliers responding to a Request for Proposals (RFP). Its structure implies that the details, while minimal, are intended to guide potential contractors in providing appropriate solutions that meet these outlined technical requirements.
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