Immersive Visualization Environment Upgrade for High Performance Computing and Visualization Research - Sources Sought Notice
ID: 1333ND24QNB770135Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGYDEPT OF COMMERCE NISTGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (334310)

PSC

VIDEO RECORDING AND REPRODUCING EQUIPMENT (5836)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b313235af2d24e609bbd6e48ef2a684f/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seeks quotations for an advanced immersive visualization environment upgrade for its High Performance Computing and Visualization Group. This upgrade is essential to ensure continuity in the group's research and development of novel algorithms and implementations for parallel and distributed computation and immersive scientific visualization.

    The scope of work for this project involves supplying and installing a dual-view capable direct-view LED display system that meets NIST's stringent requirements for resolution, contrast ratios, and refresh rates. The displays should be designed for a fluorescent and incandescent-lit environment and include a tracking mechanism with precision tracking capabilities for multiple users. The awardee will need to provide a structural system for the displays, along with cabling, synchronization, and a demonstration of the system's compatibility with NIST's software. Delivery and installation are crucial aspects, with completion expected within four months of receiving the order.

    NIST emphasizes that all proposed equipment must be new, and the use of gray market components is prohibited. Interested vendors must possess the necessary certifications and experience to resell the required technology, with a particular focus on television sets manufacturing. The agency intends to award a firm-fixed price purchase order to a responsible vendor whose quotation is technically acceptable and offers the lowest price. Price reasonableness will also be evaluated.

    To submit a quotation, vendors must email their response to the solicitation by the extended deadline of May 24, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. ET. The quotation should include a clear demonstration of the vendor's ability to meet NIST's technical requirements, delivery lead time, and computer requirements for the display system. NIST will not consider partial shipments or invoices.

    The total estimated value of the contract is between $50,000 and $70,000. Vendors must abide by the provisions and clauses outlined in the solicitation documents, including telecommunications equipment representations and ownership disclosures. Key dates include the submission deadline and a potential second phase for shortlisted candidates. NIST encourages timely submissions and will evaluate quotations based on technical merit, price, and past performance.

    Inquiries should be directed to Billy Wong at hnw6@nist.gov before May 10, 2024, and the point of contact for this opportunity is Hing Pan Wong at hingpan.wong@nist.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Hing Pan Wong
    (301) 975-6289
    hingpan.wong@nist.gov
    Adam C. Powell
    (301) 975-3725
    adam.powell@nist.gov
    Files
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    Amendment 001 Attachment 1 - Specifications.pdf
    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seeks to upgrade its Immersive Visualization Environment (IVE) for its High Performance Computing and Visualization Group. The primary objective is to procure a cutting-edge immersive visualization system with dual-view capability, comprising one wall panel and one floor panel. These displays must have LED pixel pitches no larger than 1.25mm, specific resolution and contrast ratios, and support stereoscopic viewing for two users. The system should include a tracking mechanism with precision tracking capabilities and compatibility with NIST's existing software. Vendors must provide a structural system for the displays, along with cabling and synchronization solutions. Additionally, the selected vendor will need to install the system and demonstrate its functionality within a stringent timeline. This demonstration must include stereographic display tests and tracking system capabilities. NIST emphasizes the urgency of continuity in its research, aiming for seamless upgrades to ensure uninterrupted progress. The delivery and installation deadlines are crucial, with expectations of completion within four months of order placement.
    Amendment 001 Responses to Questions.pdf
    The government agency seeks to procure advanced visual display systems, specifically a floor display system with a direct view LED pixel pitch of 1.25mm and a single-plane wall display system. These displays must meet stringent specifications, as detailed in the amended solicitation documents. The primary objective is to enhance visualization capabilities in a fluorescent and incandescent-lit environment. TAA compliance and a non-manufacturer rule waiver for TV set manufacturing are essential requirements. Interested vendors must submit quotations by the extended deadline of May 24, 2024, 11:00 a.m. ET. The agency emphasizes its commitment to FAR Clause 52.219-33 and notes that a site visit was previously conducted.
    Attachment 1 - Specifications.pdf
    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seeks a cutting-edge immersive visualization system upgrade for its High Performance Computing and Visualization Group. The primary objective is to enhance research capabilities with advanced visual displays and tracking technology. NIST requires a dual-view capable visualization system comprising direct-view LED displays, tracking devices, and a robust structural setup. The displays must have small pixel pitches and high resolution, contrast ratios, and refresh rates. The tracking system should support multiple users with precise 6-DOF position tracking. Vendors must also provide a cabling system, an equipment rack with cooling and power distribution, and a demonstration of the system's compatibility with NIST's software. Delivery and installation are expected within four months, followed by a system demonstration. This combined synopsis and solicitation prioritize ensuring continuity in research and keeping pace with technological advancements.
    Attachment 1A - Display System Drawing.pdf
    The focus of this procurement is on acquiring equipment racks and associated tracking systems for a display system installation project. The main objective is to source sturdy equipment racks capable of housing technological hardware for a tracking system within the display area. The equipment racks must adhere to specific dimensions and weight capacities, with the ability to withstand seismic activity. The tracking system requires real-time location capabilities and integration with existing systems. The procurement also entails the provision of associated hardware and software for this system. Successful vendors will need to deliver and install the equipment racks and tracking technology. The work scope involves precise measurements, engineering, and configuration, ensuring seamless integration with the existing display systems. The contract is estimated at $50,000 to $70,000 and will be awarded based on price and technical merit. Proposals are due within four weeks, with the project timeline estimated at six months. Key evaluation criteria include technical capabilities, price, and past performance.
    Attachment 2 - Applicable Provisions and Clauses.pdf
    The government seeks to upgrade its immersive visualization environment for high-performance computing and visualization research. This procurement primarily aims to acquire advanced technology to enhance the agency's data analysis capabilities. Offerors are expected to provide a comprehensive solution encompassing hardware, software, and services. The agency requires a cutting-edge visualization system, including immersive displays, high-performance computing resources, and software tools for data processing and analysis. Vendors will need to detail their proposed equipment and services, ensuring compliance with specified technical standards. Key dates include a forthcoming submission deadline for initial proposals, with a potential second phase for shortlisted candidates. The agency emphasizes the importance of timely submissions and compliance with specified provisions and clauses, outlining detailed instructions and representations required in the offer. Evaluations will consider factors such as technical merit, price, and past performance, with a focus on the effectiveness of the proposed solution. This overview summarizes the key aspects of the procurement, focusing on the immersive visualization environment upgrade as the primary objective. The file's provisions and clauses encompass a range of topics, including telecommunications equipment representations, ownership disclosures, and contract terms, which potential vendors must carefully consider when preparing their proposals.
    OHA-Notice and Order.pdf
    The Small Business Administration's Office of Hearings and Appeals has received an appeal from Mission Analytics, LLC, challenging the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code assigned to a U.S. Department of Commerce solicitation. The appeal aims to amend the solicitation to ensure fair competition. The Contracting Officer must follow specific instructions, including amending the solicitation to notify potential offerors of the appeal and staying the offer deadline until OHA issues a decision. Interested parties have until June 5, 2024, to respond to the appeal, after which the record will likely close. The appeal will be adjudicated according to established rules, with OHA's decision potentially impacting the procurement's timeline and terms.
    OHA Certificate of Service.pdf
    The Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Hearings and Appeals requires the services of an analytical expert for a legal appeal. The SBA certifies that all relevant parties have been served with the appeal documents. The focus is on serving large submissions efficiently via email or the SBA's dedicated e-filing system. The appeal appears related to a contract awarded by the U.S. Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The SBA seeks a thorough analysis and legal guidance from the analytical expert, likely related to a contract dispute between Mission Analytics, LLC and the NIST. The SBA aims to resolve the appeal promptly, with all submissions due by March 22, 2024.
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