BRUKER VERTEX 80V FOURIER TRANSFORM INFRARED (FT-IR) SPECTROMETER OR EQUIVALENT
ID: 80TECH25Q0034Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA IT PROCUREMENT OFFICEGreenbelt, MD, 20771, USA

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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

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IT and Telecom - End User: Help Desk;Tier 1-2,Workspace,Print,Output,Productivity Tools (HW/Perp SW) (7E20)
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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) 80TECH25Q0034 for the procurement of a Bruker VERTEX 80v Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR) Spectrometer or an equivalent instrument. This procurement aims to support advanced research and development applications at the Goddard Space Flight Center, specifically for measuring optical components critical to upcoming far-infrared missions. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by 4:00 PM EST on January 30, 2025, ensuring compliance with the detailed requirements outlined in the Statement of Work, including adherence to federal provisions and certifications. For further inquiries, potential quoters can contact Kaelin Kelley at kaelin.w.kelley@nasa.gov or Christina Ostronic at christina.m.ostronic@nasa.gov.

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    The document is an attachment related to RFQ No. 80TECH25Q0034, outlining the pricing exhibit for a federal request for quotes. It details a firm fixed-price pricing structure, listing various items with corresponding quantities and costs. The table includes columns for description, quantity, list price, and total amounts but contains no specified figures, suggesting a template for potential bidders to fill. The lead time and terms are indicated but are left blank as well. One aspect mentioned is NASA's extension of prices with discounts for each item. Overall, the document serves as a framework for offerors to provide pricing information in response to the RFQ, ensuring compliance with procurement regulations in a government contracting context.
    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is issuing Request for Quotation (RFQ) 80TECH25Q0034 for the procurement of a Bruker VERTEX 80v Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR) Spectrometer or an equivalent instrument. This solicitation targets commercial products and services per Federal Acquisition Regulation standards, emphasizing a firm-fixed-price contract to be awarded based on the lowest price that is technically acceptable. The spectrometer will be used at the Goddard Space Flight Center for advanced research and development applications, aimed at measuring optical components crucial for upcoming far-infrared missions. Quoters must submit their proposals by 4:00 PM EST on January 30, 2025, underlining requirements detailed in the attached Statement of Work (SOW), including technical specifications and capabilities of the spectrometer. The document outlines delivery terms, qualifications, and compliance with industry standards, including adherence to Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. Additionally, the RFQ specifies requirements for contractor compliance with various federal provisions and certifications, reinforcing the need for transparency in vendor representations. Key deadlines and submission guidelines are articulated to ensure a structured procurement process in support of NASA's mission objectives.
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