Laser Screening and Lot Qualification Testing
ID: 80JSC025RLASRType: Sources Sought
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA JOHNSON SPACE CENTERHOUSTON, TX, 77058, USA

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Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

QUALITY CONTROL- ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT COMPONENTS (H159)

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https://sam.gov/opp/99a4a5b3d9fe427b9874038692855688/view
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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking qualified contractors to provide laser screening and lot qualification testing services at the NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. This procurement aims to ensure the rigorous testing of lasers used in the Primary Constituent Monitor (PCM) Project, which is critical for monitoring oxygen, carbon dioxide, and water levels in the Habitation and Logistics Outpost (HALO) module for the Artemis IV mission. The selected contractor will be responsible for conducting Electro-Optical Performance Testing, Laser Screening, and Lot Acceptance Testing, adhering to NASA standards to guarantee the reliability and safety of these essential components. Interested parties should contact Maya Evans at maya.e.evans@nasa.gov or Stephen Noethen at stephen.d.noethen@nasa.gov for further details.

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    Maya Evans
    maya.e.evans@nasa.gov
    Stephen Noethen
    (346) 528-7684
    stephen.d.noethen@nasa.gov
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    PCM Laser Testing SOW 28 Feb 2025.docx
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the testing requirements for lasers employed in the Primary Constituent Monitor (PCM) Project, essential for monitoring O2, CO2, and H2O levels in the NASA Gateway's Habitation and Logistics Outpost (HALO) module. This project is particularly critical for the Artemis IV mission, which involves crewed lunar orbit operations. The SOW mandates 100% screening of lasers, adhering to NASA standards to ensure optimal performance. Tasks include Electro-Optical Performance Testing, Laser Screening, and Lot Acceptance Testing, among others, using various manufacturers (Nanoplus and Vertilas) for the lasers. The document details the apparatuses, tests, and data deliverables associated with the testing phases, stipulating timelines for each phase, from laser delivery to final reports. The government provides specific information and documentation to facilitate the SOW's execution. This process emphasizes rigorous testing to ensure the reliability and safety of lasers that are integral to maintaining a controlled atmosphere within HALO, highlighting NASA's adherence to quality standards in space technology.
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