NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to procure a Cubert Hyperspectral Light Field Camera, which is essential for the Autonomous Science and Technology for Responsive Adaptability (ASTRA) project aimed at enhancing AI capabilities for spaceflight-relevant robotic vehicles. The camera must meet specific requirements, including lightweight design (under 500 g), hyperspectral imaging capabilities over a wavelength range of 350 to 1000 nm, a spectral resolution of at least 5 nm, and a field of view greater than 30 degrees. This procurement is critical for advancing AI in space exploration, with testing scheduled to begin in June 2025 and extend through August 2026, and an estimated delivery timeline of 8 to 12 weeks after receipt of order. Interested organizations must submit their capabilities and qualifications to Cody Guidry at cody.d.guidry@nasa.gov by 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on April 23, 2025, to be considered for this sole source contract.

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The Autonomous Science and Technology for Responsive Adaptability (ASTRA) project seeks to develop and test an artificial intelligence (AI) agent for complex, adaptable decision-making for spaceflight-relevant robotic vehicles. To facilitate this, the project requires a hyperspectral imager that is lightweight (under 500 g) and can function effectively in diverse environments. The key specifications for the imager include a capability to perform hyperspectral imaging over a wavelength range of 350 to 1000 nm, with a spectral resolution of at least 5 nm and a field of view greater than 30 degrees. The document details the necessary equipment, including the ULTRIS X20 Light Field Camera and associated software and accessories, specifying their functionality and performance characteristics. Testing is scheduled to commence in June 2025 and extend through August 2026, with an estimated delivery timeline of 8 to 12 weeks after receipt of order. This initiative aims to advance the capabilities of AI in space exploration and research applications.

Synopsis:

NASA/NSSC has a requirement for Cubert Hyperspectral Light Field Camera. 

NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to CUBERT GMBH: LISE-MEITNER-STR. 8/1; Ulm 89081 GERMANY under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). It has been determined that CUBERT GMBH is the sole provider of Cubert Hyperspectral Light Field Camera.

NASA/NSSC will be the procuring center for this effort. Performance will be located at NASA/ Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC).

The Government intends to acquire commercial items and services using the provisions, clauses and procedures prescribed in FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13.

The NAICS Code for this procurement is 334516.

Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort in writing to the identified point of contact no later than 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on 4/23/2025. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed effort on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the government.

Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice.

NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at http://prod.nais.nasa.gov/pub/pub_library/Omb.html .

Primary Point of Contact:

Cody Guidry

Procurement Specialist

Cody.d.guidry@nasa.gov

Secondary Point of Contact:

Tiffany Neal

Contracting Officer

Tiffany.neal@nasa.gov

Buyer

NAICS

PSC

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