Thermo Scientific Nicolet iS50 FTIR Spectrometer - Aligned Tri-Detector, Gold Optics, No Beamsplitter & warranty purchase.
ID: 80NSSC26918266QType: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - MOBILE DEVICE PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7E21)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/79d82a464cf144c1b7f1d2be814da8f6/view
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    Description

    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center is seeking to procure a Thermo Scientific Nicolet iS50 FTIR Spectrometer, including warranty, as a sole source requirement from Thermo Electron North America LLC. This advanced analytical instrument is crucial for the NASA Johnson Space Center's Environmental Chemistry Laboratory, where it will enhance capabilities for analyzing gases for human consumption and streamline operations by reducing analysis time. The procurement is justified under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) due to the vendor's unique qualifications, and interested organizations may submit their capabilities by December 9, 2025, to Stephanie Graham at Stephanie.n.Graham@nasa.gov for consideration in determining the viability of a competitive procurement. The contract will be executed in Houston, Texas, with a performance period of 30 days after receipt of order.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Stephanie Graham
    Stephanie.n.Graham@nasa.gov
    Shanna Patterson
    shanna.l.patterson@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0039938 Tab 04 4 SOW..pdf
    The NASA Johnson Space Center requires the purchase of a Nicolet iS50 FTIR Tri-Detector Gold Flex Spectrometer, including specific hardware, software, and accessories. The order specifies one spectrometer with ~0.09 cm-1 resolution, gold optics, a three-position Paraflect detector mirror, and a Long Lifetime Polaris™ Infrared Source. It also includes OMNIC standard software, OMNIC Specta Material Characterization software, an English Language Kit, a 27-inch flat monitor, and a Dell OptiPlex workstation with an Intel Core i5-12500 Processor, 8GB RAM, and a 512GB SSD. Additional components include a North American power cord, a Ge-on-KBr On-Axis Beamsplitter, a Liquid N2 Cooled MCT-A Detector, a Gas Cell Pressure Gauge and Temperature Controller, a Heating Jacket for a 10-meter Gas Cell, and a Nicolet 10 Meter Gas Cell with ZnSe Windows. The purchase also includes a UNITY LAB SERVICES EXTENDED WARRANTY PLAN for the analytical model. The place of performance is NASA Johnson Space Center, Houston, TX, with a 30-day ARO period of performance. The contract mandates compliance with federal regulations regarding the use and acquisition of AI technologies.
    SATPC0039938 Tab 06 RDSS..pdf
    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center recommends a sole-source negotiation with Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. for a Thermo Scientific Nicolet iS50 FTIR Spectrometer. This acquisition will replace an existing unit at the JSC Environmental Chemistry Laboratory, crucial for analyzing gases for human consumption. The upgraded system offers enhancements like an Automatic Beamsplitter Exchanger and a Diamond Attenuated Total Reflectance module, reducing analysis time and expanding capabilities to include solid and liquid samples. The current system's proven reliability, accuracy, and vendor support make it the optimal solution. Using a different vendor would cause significant disruption, requiring 4 to 12 months for method development and validation, and an additional month for software training due to incompatibility with the existing Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Maintaining the current brand will reduce transition time from 5-13 months to less than one month, ensuring operational continuity and minimizing schedule disruptions.
    SATPC0039938 Tab 07 Capability Statement SAM.gov.pdf
    NASA/NSSC intends to award a sole source contract to THERMO ELECTRON NORTH AMERICA LLC for a Thermo Scientific Nicolet iS50 FTIR Spectrometer and warranty. This procurement, under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), is justified by THERMO ELECTRON NORTH AMERICA LLC being the sole provider. The acquisition of these commercial items and services will follow FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13, with a NAICS Code of 334516. Performance will be at NASA/Johnson Space Center (JSC). Interested organizations may submit capabilities by December 9, 2025, 8 a.m. CST, to Stephanie Graham (Stephanie.n.Graham@nasa.gov) for consideration in determining if a competitive procurement is viable. The government reserves the right to proceed with a non-competitive basis. NASA Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable.
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