Custom Cryocooler
ID: 80NSSC2592353Type: Presolicitation
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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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LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/9b42fc61b79a4a33941583d480ceb0ee/view
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    NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to procure a Custom Cryocooler, specifically a high-performance nanowire detector, from Quantum Opus under a sole source contract. The objective is to acquire one unit of part number QO-NPD-1550-HDE, which must meet stringent specifications, including over 90% photon detection efficiency at 1550nm, a timing resolution of less than 60 picoseconds, and a maximum dead-time of 50 nanoseconds. This procurement is crucial for advancing NASA's quantum networking projects and enhancing space communications technology. Interested organizations must submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to Dorothy Baskin at dorothy.s.baskin@nasa.gov by 11:59 a.m. Central Standard Time on January 17, 2025, to be considered for this opportunity.

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    Dorothy Baskin
    dorothy.s.baskin@nasa.gov
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    STATEMENT OF WORK.pdf
    This document outlines a Statement of Work for the procurement of high-performance nanowire detectors required by NASA. The objective is to acquire one unit of part number QO-NPD-1550-HDE, which must meet specific characteristics: a greater than 90% photon detection efficiency at 1550nm, a timing resolution of less than 60 picoseconds, a maximum dead-time of 50 nanoseconds, and dark counts under 100 counts per second. Essential electronics for direct current (DC) and radio frequency (RF) per channel are not included; however, SMF28 fiber and E2000 connector will be provided. The designated place of performance for the contract is at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, under the supervision of Eleanya Onuma, the Terrestrial Quantum Network Manager. The estimated delivery timeline for this equipment is 12 weeks after receipt of order (ARO), indicating a structured approach towards fulfilling a critical component for ongoing quantum networking projects. Overall, this acquisition supports NASA's efforts in advancing space communications technology.
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