Purchase of COTS CCDs in support of the ESIS-2 Sounding Rocket Mission
ID: 80NSSC25892670QType: Special Notice
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Buyer

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA SHARED SERVICES CENTERSTENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS, 39529, USA

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Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

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COMBINATION AND MISCELLANEOUS INSTRUMENTS (6695)

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https://sam.gov/opp/380c5486226140de9c01744eab325ff8/view
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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to procure Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) Charge-Coupled Devices (CCDs) to support the ESIS-2 Sounding Rocket Mission, with a sole source contract intended for Teledyne Digital Imaging US, Inc., the exclusive provider of these items. The procurement specifically requires three back-illuminated CCD sensors, including the Teledyne e2v Model CCD230-42-1-E98, which must meet defined specifications such as a pixel resolution of 2048(H) x 2064(V) and a total image area of 30.7 mm x 30.7 mm. This acquisition is crucial for enhancing solar observational capabilities in alignment with NASA's research initiatives, with delivery expected within six weeks of contract award. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their qualifications by January 21, 2025, and all communications should be directed in writing to Shanna Patterson at shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov.

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    Shanna Patterson
    shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0037357 Tab 04 4 SOW.pdf
    The NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) is seeking to procure three back-illuminated CCD sensors to support the Solar Physics research mission led by the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) through the "Extreme Ultraviolet Snapshot Imaging Spectrograph (ESIS)" sounding rocket mission. The specifications for the required sensors include the Teledyne e2v Model CCD230-42-1-E98, which must meet parameters such as a pixel resolution of 2048(H) x 2064(V), pixel size of 15 μm, and a total image area of 30.7 mm x 30.7 mm, with four output channels. The successful contractor is expected to deliver these CCDs within six weeks of the award, and the production will take place at their facility in Chelmsford, UK. This procurement is vital for advancing solar observational capabilities in alignment with NASA's ongoing research initiatives.
    SATPC0037357 Tab 06 RDSS..pdf
    The document outlines specific recommendations and justifications for federal contract actions as guided by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). It provides a structured format for submitting procurements under various categories, including sole source justifications and brand name acquisitions. Each category specifies the rationale and conditions under which a proposed action may not require formal solicitation processes on SAM.gov, emphasizing the urgency, uniqueness, or specialization of the items or services sought. The contracting officer must accept these recommendations, affirming the conditions that necessitate a non-competitive approach. This procedural document is significant in the context of government Requests for Proposals (RFPs), grants, and contracts, ensuring compliance with acquisition regulations while addressing the need for efficient procurement processes. Overall, it serves as a tool to facilitate streamlined decision-making in federal contracting activities while adhering to regulatory standards.
    SATPC0037357 Tab 07 Capability Statement SAM.gov.pdf
    NASA/NSSC is seeking to procure Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) Charge-Coupled Devices (CCDs) for the ESIS-2 Sounding Rocket Mission, intending to issue a sole source contract to TELEDYNE DIGITAL IMAGING US, INC., the exclusive provider for these items. This acquisition will be managed by NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, adhering to FAR Part 12 and 13 guidelines for commercial acquisitions. Interested entities are invited to submit their qualifications by January 21, 2025, to assess whether a competitive procurement process will occur. The government's decision to opt for sole sourcing can be influenced by the responses received, but it remains at the government's discretion. The relevant NAICS code for this procurement is 334511. Direct oral inquiries are not permitted, and all communications must be written. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition is identified for further contact regarding concerns or issues.
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