SAM #80NSSC26930170Q

NASA Glenn Research Center Sole Source Procurement of FAR SpectroPyrometer System

NASA Glenn Research Center is procuring an expert system multiwavelength SpectroPyrometer as a direct replacement for existing units. - Government Buyer: - NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC), managed by NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC) - Contracting office located at NASA Shared Services Center, Stennis Space Center, MS - OEM and Vendor: - RALPH A. FELICE, INC. identified as the sole source and OEM for the FAR SpectroPyrometer - Products/Services Requested: - 1 SpectroPyrometer Model FMPI (temperature range 300-2000/572-3632) - Features: multi-wavelength, on-line tolerance and signal strength (emissivity), spectral and total emissivity correction, absorption (offgas) compensation, integrated laser for aiming, 0.1 resolution, continuous/operator demand measurement, analog temperature output (0-10 VDC), results/logging in non-volatile memory, integrated Windows PC, data analysis for first 30 days - 1 Fixed-focus lens assembly (16 in. to 20 ft. focal length, default 28 in.) - 1 Armored fiberoptic cable (5 meters) - 1 Spectral emissivity on-screen display (stores spectral emissivity as function of wavelength in data files) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Direct replacement for existing units - Data analysis support included for first 30 days post-purchase - Delivery and performance at NASA Glenn Research Center, Cleveland, OH - Period of performance: 20 to 26 weeks after receipt of order - No specific part numbers provided; procurement classified under NAICS code 513210 - Sole source justification based on unique capabilities of the OEM

Description

Synopsis:

NASA/NSSC has a requirement for FAR SpectroPyrometer. 

NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to RALPH A. FELICE, INC. under the authority of FAR 12.102(a). It has been determined that RALPH A. FELICE, INC. is the sole provider of FAR SpectroPyrometer.

NASA/NSSC will be the procuring center for this effort. Performance will be located at NASA/ Glenn Research Center (GRC).

The Government intends to acquire Choose an item.Commercial items or services using the provisions, clauses and procedures prescribed in FAR Part 12 for Commercial

The NAICS Code for this procurement is 513210.

Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort in writing to the identified point of contact not later than 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on 4/15/2026. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed effort on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the government.

Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice.

NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman for this acquisition can be found at https://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/procurement/regs/Procurement-Ombuds-Comp-Advocate-Listing.pdf .

Primary Point of Contact:

McKenzie Hanson

Procurement Specialist

Mckenzie.m.hanson@nasa.gov

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